Sivakumar Koothayyan

• Increased customer satisfaction with products by ensuring consistent quality across all the project platforms.
• Optimized test case coverage by identifying gaps in existing test plans and devising new strategies for comprehensive testing and certification.
• Promoted continuous learning within the QA department through regular workshops and trainings focused on evolving industry best practices.
• Implemented risk-based testing strategies that prioritized high-risk scenarios, enabling efficient use of resources during tight deadlines.
• Mentored junior team members, providing guidance and support to help them excel in their roles and contribute effectively to the organization.
• Improved overall efficiency of the QA department through strategic planning and resource allocation.
• Performed root cause analysis to identify and resolve quality issues and defects.

• Lead and manage the QA/QC team and expertise to the overall Quality Management System, policies and standards to support proper and smooth execution of all Quality related activities in meeting the specified standards and requirements
  
• Managing the development and implementation of the QMS for planning, fabrication, inspection, documentation, and operations activities including:
  - Planning duties within the QA/QC staff and related work schedules;
  - Establishing service standards for end users (i.e., internal department or external customer);
  - Identifying and developing QA/QC personnel certification requirements and continuing education/training needs;
  - Providing leadership, mentor-ship, and direction of all QA/QC personnel
• Responsible for ensuring that a construction project is completed on time and within budget
• Developed Commissioning Plan, MOS, RA and prepare reports
• Coordinate various tests on systems, utilities and clear punch list items
• Obtain quotes & negotiate with contractors & management
• Assigned on Green Field project (Micron FAB 10A). Installing Chemical Dispense
  System & Solvent Waste Collection systems
• Chair meetings with vendors and attend "Project Management meeting" with
  Customer
• Conduct Chemical awareness training making safety inspections and ensuring construction and site safety
• Developed exceptional attendance record with special attention to punctuality and preparation to work upon arrival
• Conducted analysis to address issues which led to positive outcome

• Coordinate internal resources and third parties/vendors for the flawless execution of projects in Siltronic, Alcon, KMG, Denselight, GF and Faeth. 
• Ensure that all projects are delivered on-time, within scope and within budget.
• Developing project scopes and objectives, involving all relevant stakeholders and ensuring technical feasibility.
• Ensure resource availability and allocation.
• Develop a detailed project plan to track progress.
• Use appropriate verification techniques to manage changes in project scope, schedule and costs.
• Measure project performance using appropriate systems, tools and techniques.
• Performed all bookkeeping and accounting functions for business including budgeting, accounts payable and receivable using Xero system.
• Perform risk management to minimize project risks.
• Managed small business with goal of growth, minimizing losses, and efficiency.
• Create and maintain comprehensive project documentation.

Responsibilities:

• Responsible for leading a team for project management of ultra-high purity chemical and slurry supply systems at customer’s site to install new BCTU, CCB, VMB, RMB, Bulb Tanks and involved in commissioning work. 
  
• Ensure accurate and timely reporting standards are maintained throughout the project(s).
• Coordinate and communicate projects group as needed on major projects in the Micron 10X. 
• Establish the working relationship with operations management needed to facilitate the coordination and execution of project work, such that the operational impact is minimized.
• Ensure safety and QA/QC programs are established by all parties and maintained and conduct reviews of detailed design drawing and specifications.
• Participate in and lead risk assessments and actively manage the risks of the projects and the business.
• Prepare project estimates, budget, schedules and execution plans.
• Prepare and submit reports on the progress and status of the project.
• Assist with project QA/QC and commissioning systems and documentation.​

Job Description

• In charged of chemical equipment systems hook-up and piping work, start-up, functional tests, commissioning, particle counting, chemical line certification work, chemical charge-in, etc.
• Planned and undertake all maintenance activities of live chemical systems.
• Prepare risk assessment, method statement,drawing and layouts to client prior to project.
• Modification and troubleshooting of chemical SCADA systems.
• Developed and conducted detailed training programs after commissioning of new chemical systems to train customers on routine applications.
• Assist Project Manager in preparing tender bidding documents which involves cost estimation for all the allocated projects.
• Provided a first point of contact for new business inquiries and technical advice for customers.
• Responded to customer emergency calls during and after office hours to provide technical support to customer to ensure no downtime and no safety violation.
• Carried out documentation work, such as handover document and testing reports.
• Created and updated project micro schedule as customer requirement.
• In charged as Safety Representative for CSS Department and EHS trainer in Global Foundries as Air Liquide main contractor.

Job Description:

• Specialization in Vacuums/ Sputtering Technology, Gas And Chemical Handling.
• Lead Cell C - W3 Plant as Team Leader to look installation (total 17 machines).
• Handled equipment setup, liaised with vendors, conducted training and supervised the new staff, conduct weekly safety and 5S check.
• Good knowledge in vacuum technology and machine trouble shooting on 250B Sputter Machine.

Job Description

• Lead and supervise a team of technician and production assistant to meet targets production and maintain production machinery at maximum efficiency for picture tube manufacturing.
• Conducted weekly, monthly and yearly maintenance activity.
• Performed machine troubleshooting and implement countermeasures.
• Ensured all quality and safety checks are done according to procedures.
• Compilation and presentation of production reports.