Hudson Suthakar

Experience

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  Rose Paper Products

  Apr 2018 - Dec 2018

  Production Engineer

  • Trained and supervised a team of 6-8 machine operators in the production of paper products, ensuring adherence to proper protocols and high standards of quality.• Performed regular maintenance on printing, paper-cutting, and cup-forming machinery, including the replacement of consumables, calibration, and identification and repair of faulty equipment. Additionally, I set up reels and dyes for the punching machine.• Conducted thorough Quality Control checks on finished products to ensure compliance with client specifications and meet the required production quantity, even working late hours to complete orders as needed.• Conducted investigations into any problems that arose, analyzing root causes and implementing appropriate solutions. Show less

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  Waitrose & Partners

  Aug 2019 - Jun 2021

  Retail Assistant

  • Working as part of a team restocking products, liaising with customers and helping them to locate products.• Oversee overnight seasonal and promotional changes with a smooth transition to the day team• Involved in stock control, auditing and management• Priced stock stocked shelves and took inventory of supplies.• Ensure consistently high levels of availability and exceptional merchandising standards as well as delivering an efficient, legal, and secure store operation with the team.• Using a bailing machine to compress waste and conducting basic maintenance on the machine. Show less

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  TI Cycles of India

  Dec 2021 - Feb 2023

  Project Management:• Involved in numerous projects across all business areas at TICI, India's largest bicycle manufacturer and exporter• Created project briefs and consumer insights• Managed product delivery within budget and schedule• Coordinated with Marketing, Sales, Quality, Production, and suppliers• Oversaw the entire product development process, from concept to launch• Conducted market studies and benchmarking analysis to understand the competitionProduct Development:• Ensured that TICI delivered high-quality Montra products, both electric and non-electric, that met customer expectations and needs and were delivered on schedule• Ensured alignment with the company's design philosophy and commercial strategy• Balanced demands of the production facility, manufacturing partners, and customers• Worked directly with production and quality teams to maintain product quality and promptly address any issues. Show less Product Development Activities:• Collaborated with the Engineering, Creative Design, and Quality teams to oversee new product development (NPD) activities.• Communicated with the international sourcing team to monitor NPD frames and concepts, receive samples, and manage raw material schedules after NPD.• Liaised with external creative designers to finalize concept development.Market Facing:• Conducted market research through customer interactions and on-site visits to anticipate future product needs for the Montra brand.• Compiled customer feedback on the Montra City E bicycle and Montra Cycles.• Performed market research for the E-bicycle product line. Show less

  • Senior Executive - NPD Project Management

    Jul 2022 - Feb 2023

  • Associate - NPD Project Management

    Dec 2021 - Jun 2022
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  HL Mando Anand India Private Limited

  Mar 2023 - now

  Program Management Engineer - New Product Development

  Program Management:• Managed 4-wheeler steering and suspension projects using the iPCS framework and APQP, ensuring adherence to Quality, Cost, and Delivery (QCD) standards.• Developed Master Project Plans, APQP Time Plans, and resource plans; coordinated with cross-functional teams (CFT) and automotive clients like Hyundai, KIA, and Ford.• Conducted weekly New Product Development (NPD) meetings; updated leadership and headquarters on project status and performance metrics.• Implemented APQP, PPAP, MSA, SPC, and FMEA methodologies to meet industry standards, budgets, and timelines.• Managed budget plans, tracked progress, mitigated risks, and coordinated reviews to address gaps.• Led gateway tracking, identified critical paths, and facilitated cross-functional meetings to ensure parts availability and risk management.• Developed mitigation plans, facilitated Engineering sign-offs, Design Reviews, and project reporting.• Liaised with customers to understand and meet new product requirements; provided updates and discussed future directions.• Directed tasks, coordinated with functional teams, maintained project schedules, and led Value Addition/Value Engineering projects.• Received "Certificate of Special Award" and "Certificate of Appreciation - Shining Star Award" for exceptional contributions.Continual Improvement:• Identified gaps, risks, and opportunities; monitored deliverables with metrics and KPIs.• Maintained project management deliverables and a lessons-learned database for continuous improvement.• Focused on ongoing education and skill enhancement.Budget Management:• Developed and managed project budgets; tracked expenses and implemented cost control measures for profitability.Customer Relationship Management:• Ensured compliance with New Product Development processes; coordinated product roll-outs and built strategic relationships.• Acted on improvement opportunities based on feedback; ensured customer requirements were met. Show less