Thilagaa Chelevan

Experience

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  Sivantos Group

  Oct 2016 - Dec 2016

  Intern

  • Analysed the corrosion rate of the older models of hearing aids by performing lifecycle studies which resolved the material selection for newer hearing aids• Created a document on how to replace the hearing aid to a different body kit which was used as the manual for newer hearing aid models

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  Philips

  Jul 2018 - Dec 2018

  Thermo-Mechanical Intern

  • Identified the cause of the poor steaming performance by finding the level of contamination in the iron hose cord which resolved the field return problems• Discovered sticky substance on certain types of pumps causing the pumps to not work properly using storage testing• Tested the effect of different pulsing logics of the pump programmed in to the iron on the vertical steaming performance which was the major selling point of the ProV iron

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  Micron Technology

  Feb 2021 - now

  • Collaborated with Production, Shift Engineering, and various Process Areas to execute daily tasks effectively.• Developed comprehensive procedures and checklists for maintenance, equipment, and process qualification, as well as reaction mechanisms, ensuring standardized and efficient operations.• Initiated and executed process improvements, significantly contributing to manufacturing productivity and cost competitiveness.• Applied project management fundamentals throughout project development, tracking, and closure phases, ensuring successful outcomes.• Participated in quality-focused meetings, actively contributing to the reduction of scrap and excursions, improvement of product quality, and maximization of overall yield.• Demonstrated proactive monitoring of equipment performance, ensuring a swift and effective response to identified issues. Show less • Strategically plan and ensure sufficient manpower for the team through effective shift task planning.• Demonstrate the ability to both follow and set shift team priorities in alignment with fab directives, ensuring operational efficiency.• Supervisory role to direct reports and team members under direct tutelage, providing guidance and fostering a collaborative work environment.• Act as the key liaison between the shift equipment team and facility, process, and equipment personnel, facilitating seamless communication and coordination.• Prioritize safety in the working environment, ensuring compliance with established safety protocols and guidelines.• Proactively identify productivity issues faced by the shift equipment team, collaborating with Subject Matter Experts (SMEs) to implement effective resolutions.• Execute day-to-day tasks, including constraint workstation monitoring, tool performance monitoring, daily pass-down meetings, and expense control, maintaining operational excellence.• Collaborate with the equipment shift team on productivity improvement action items, driving continuous enhancement of team efficiency.• Successfully complete basic projects contributing to tool performance, productivity, or expense improvement for workstations, showcasing a commitment to ongoing improvement. Show less

  • Equipment Engineer

    Dec 2022 - now

  • Shift Equipment Engineer

    Feb 2021 - Dec 2022