● Process improvement1. Improve takt time by 50% and leak rate to 0% by bubble AOI.2. Improve the hit rate of cluster contamination to 0%.3. Optimize the parameters of laser processing.● Process introduction1. Release bubble AOI and optimize algorithm. (Co-work with vendor)● Project management1. Substrate yield improvement of cluster contamination.2. Process Introduction and Optimization for Bubble AOI.3. Optimization of film thickness measurement function. (Co-work with vendor)4. Laser inspection project for material cost savings.● Cost reduction1. Reduced scrap costs due to yield improvement by $4700 USD/month.2. Reduced material costs in the laser process by $5500 USD/year.

● Material evaluation1. Physical. (Hardness, Tensile strength, Compression)2. Viscoelasticity by DMA.3. Processing. (Surface treatment, Adhesion)● Material introduction1. Introduction of PU/fiber foam material to reduce broken rate by 10%.2. Introduction of PU foam material to enhance grinding lifespan by 10%● Project management1. Development project of new EVA foam materials. (Co-work with consultant)2. Development project of PU/PE series foam materials. (Co-work with vendor)● Document management1. SOP / WI / PFMEA.

● Formulas evaluation1. Physical. (Hardness, Tensile strength, Compression, Abrasion)2. Viscoelasticity by DMA.● Formulas development1. New PCR tread formula for enhancing RR performance by over 150%.● Project management1. MOEA A+ plan for ULRR PCR tread formula.● Training and education1. Newly hired engineers (no experience)

● Material / Formulas evaluation1. Chemical analysis. (TGA, DSC, SEM, GC, MS, FTIR)2. Physical. (Hardness, Tensile strength, Compression, Abrasion / Wear)3. Viscoelasticity by DMA.● Formulas development1. New SUV tread formula to enhance wet grip performance by 150%.2. New LTR tread formula to enhance wear performance by 120%.● Project management / execution1. New SUV tread formula for enhanced wet grip performance.2. New LTR tread formula with high wear resistance.3. Application of new butyl rubber in tire inner liner. (Assist to execute)4. Application of new high-performance resins in tread compound. (Assist to execute)● Market research1. Competitive analysis of over 15 competitors each month.2. Market share survey of PCR and sales channel visits in Sri Lanka.