Mithradassa Nair
Assistant Manager - Process Engineering
Summary
Encouraging manager and analytical problem-solver with talents for team building, leading and motivating, as well as excellent customer relations aptitude and relationship-building skills. Proficient in using independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success. Dedicated to applying training, monitoring and morale-building abilities to enhance employee engagement and boost performance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Assistant Manager - Process Engineering
Hartalega NGC
04.2025 - Current
- Directed multi‑line Digital CTQ program (QR‑enabled forms across lines); reduced manual logging time 50%, raised audit readiness, and improved data integrity.
- Drove OEE improvement program; delivered high OEE and cost avoidance via bottleneck elimination & micro‑stoppage fixes.
- Energy efficiency: implemented oven tuning, acid dosing control, and hotbox/temperature windows; lowered cost per thousand pieces by 10%
- R&D line commissioning : coordinated with Validation/OEX for trial runs; achieved stable run at 18% increased chain speed
- Built DMS dashboards (Production line health,OEE, downtime) and SPC rules; shortened issue‑to‑action lead time by 50%
- Owner/co‑owner for CTQ Walk, oven tuning SOPs, and parameter change control; introduced standard work and layered audits.
Senior Engineer- Process
Hartalega NGC
09.2023 - 03.2024
- Spearheaded process optimization initiatives resulting in a 10% increase in output and significant waste reduction through the implementation of Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Improved product quality by 40% by conducting root cause analysis on process deviations and implementing corrective actions.
- Reduced costs by 10% through optimizing main oven operations, resulting in significant natural gas consumption savings.
- Led Six Sigma projects to streamline processes and reduce variations, enhancing overall efficiency and product quality.
- Mentored and trained junior engineers, fostering their professional growth through technical guidance and knowledge sharing.
- Evaluated and implemented new manufacturing technologies, ensuring seamless integration into existing processes without impacting productivity.
Production Engineer
Hartalega NGC
06.2018 - 09.2023
- Managed production schedules & manpower, optimizing planned stoppages with preventive maintenance to minimize downtime by 10% and maximize output.
- Provided technical support to troubleshoot production issues, ensuring production targets were consistently met.
- Trained production teams on best practices to optimize production processes and improve quality.
- Participated in safety audits and served as an Emergency Response Team member, ensuring a secure working environment for all employees.
- Analyzed data trends from daily operations reports to identify areas for improvement and implement data-driven solutions.
Education
Master of Science - Low Carbon & Hydrogen Technology
04.2001 -
- 4.0 GPA
- Dean's List, Semester 2, 2024-2025
Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
04.2001 -
- Dean's List, All Semester
- JPA Scholarship, 2014 from Malaysian Public Service Department
- Member of Institution of Engineers Malaysia (IEM)
- Better Brighter Internship Programme (BBIP), Tenaga Nasional Berhad, Completed 2017
Skills
Operations management & Leadership
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
Timeline
Microsoft Office 365 Excel Advanced with Data Analysis, Reporting & Automation
10-2025
Assistant Manager - Process Engineering - Hartalega NGC
04.2025 - Current
Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
07-2024
Senior Engineer- Process - Hartalega NGC
09.2023 - 03.2024
Production Engineer - Hartalega NGC
06.2018 - 09.2023
Universiti Kebangsaan Malaysia (UKM) - Master of Science, Low Carbon & Hydrogen Technology
04.2001 -
Universiti Tenaga Nasional (UNITEN) - Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering
04.2001 -