Siva Thanikaikumaran

Accomplished professional with expertise in Quality Assurance and Strategy Leadership, specialising in quality management and lean practices. Demonstrates a strong commitment to customer satisfaction and continual process improvement. Experienced in focusing continuous improvement with proven track record of streamlining processes and enhancing operational efficiency. Achieves significant cost reductions and productivity gains through application of Lean Six Sigma methodologies and data-driven decision making. Proven ability to manage stakeholder relationships effectively while maintaining an organised and detail-oriented approach. Known for accountability, ownership, and fostering company culture and values. An energetic and dynamic leader emphasise health and safety at workplace, provide training and development to foster “Quality and Lean Culture.” Excellent leadership skills and team worker encourages cohesion and commitment through identification and development of potential and management of resources. Conscientious in approach with a strong desire to win and meet stakeholder expectations. Possesses strong analytical skills and outstanding communication abilities, ensuring seamless collaboration and problem-solving. Committed to elevating operational standards and fostering continuous improvement.

• Nationality: British
• Married with 3 children

• cycling
• cricket

· Six Sigma Black Belt – Trained and Qualified at Cummins Engine Company Ltd, UK

· Certified by Shingijutsu Corporation for kaizen participation in Japan.

· Lean Core Tools trained (Lean Boot Camp 3 certified)

· Chartered Quality Professional, The Chartered Quality Institute, UK

· Zero Defects Leadership – Smallpeice Ltd

· Core Tools trained – DFMEA, PFMEA, Control plan, MSA, CpK, PPAP, Poke-Yoke, 8D, QFD

· IATF 16949 Trained Auditor – LRQA

· VDA 6.3 Trained Auditor- Quality Partners Ltd

· ISO9001&14001 Trained Auditor – LRQA

· Health and Safety Standard ISO45001

· Trained Auditor for Internal and Supplier quality systems audits to ISO 19011:2002, UK

· Trained on ISO 17025 uncertainty analysis as per M3003 standard (equivalent to GUM), UK

· LEVEL 11 Certified in UT, RT, MPT & PT as Per ASNT- SNT-TC-1A standards