Jul 2011
Present
Asst manager -Automation &Industrial Robots
MICHELIN TYRES INDIA LTD
Chennai, IN
Global leader in the tire industry—manufacturing Aerospace, Car, Truck, and Military tires.
Automation Engineer Electrical & Automation
Duration: ~2011 2019 (8 Years)
Key Responsibilities:
- Led robotics and control systems for highly automated tire manufacturing lines (car, truck, specialty production).
- Programmed, debugged, and commissioned Allen Bradley PLCs, HMIs, SCADA systems, drives, conveyors, and robotic cells.
- Performed ABB & FANUC 4/6-axis robot teaching, path optimization, and interlock validation.
- Executed installation, FAT/SAT, commissioning, and production handover of automation systems.
- Developed structured PLC architecture, I/O mapping, reusable standards, and fault diagnostics.
- Supported CNC/PLC-based special purpose machines, assembly equipment, and automated production lines.
- Coordinated with OEMs and system integrators for procurement and machine acceptance.
- Maintained automation equipment to ensure high uptime and reliability.
- Implemented predictive maintenance and TPM practices to reduce breakdowns.
- Enforced electrical safety, robotic safety, LOTO procedures, and statutory compliance.
- Documented maintenance procedures and prepared technical reports.
Assistant Manager Automation & Maintenance
Duration: 2019 Present
Key Responsibilities:
- Managed automation strategy from design review through installation, qualification, and sustained production.
- Led cross-functional teams to improve equipment efficiency and manufacturing uptime.
- Translated business strategy into automation execution plans.
- Oversaw preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance programs.
- Tracked maintenance expenses and optimized repair budgets.
- Managed machine qualification, upgrades, and new installations.
- Coordinated customer audits and compliance with ISO 9001 / 14001 / 45001 standards.
- Implemented WCM / TPM initiatives to improve operational excellence.
- Reported automation KPIs, downtime analysis, and reliability metrics to leadership.
- Developed maintenance procedures and ensured documentation discipline.
- Managed spare parts inventory and vendor coordination.
- Inspired teams, encouraged skill development, and supported continuous improvement culture.
- Ensured ethical standards, safety compliance, and operational discipline.
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