Dinesh Kumar is a certified project management professional and lean six sigma black belt with extensive experience in digital transformation and operations excellence within the semiconductor and medical device sectors. He has successfully led significant projects, driving process improvement and innovation in new product development while leveraging advanced technologies and methodologies. His roles span project management, change management, strategic planning, and process optimization in leading organizations, demonstrating a strong capacity for problem-solving and stakeholder engagement.

1. Dinesh Kumar
Blk 327B, #12-230, Anchorvale Road, Singapore 542327
vdineshk@gmail.com • 91880642
Nationality: Singapore Citizen
Executive Summary
A Certified Project Management Professional (PMP) and Lean Six Sigma Black Belt with a
distinctive blend of expertise in digital transformation and operations excellence, particularly in the
context of Industry 4.0 within the semiconductor and medical device sectors. Proficient in leveraging
cutting-edge technologies and methodologies to drive process improvement and innovation in New
Product Development (NPD) and New Product Introduction (NPI). A proven leader skilled in
Process Integration, Process Engineering, and Project Management, adept at guiding teams
through complex transformations to achieve strategic planning, business development, and
continuous process enhancement goals. Renowned for executing high-impact projects, catalyzing
continuous improvement, and stimulating business growth through advanced operational strategies
Professional Experience
Hoya Surgical Optics
Project Manager, Global Operations PMO (Medical Device) Feb 2023-current
• Digital Transformation Leadership: Orchestrated digital transformation initiatives, integrating
advanced Industry 4.0 technologies to enhance operational efficiency and agility. Drove the
adoption of digital tools and processes across various operational domains.
• Six Sigma Blackbelt Project Direction: Led a comprehensive Six Sigma Blackbelt project,
focusing on operational efficiency with a team of over 100 stakeholders in diverse functions such
as Operations, Supply Chain Management, Quality Assurance, R&D, Finance, IT, and
Regulatory Affairs.
• Operations Excellence Initiatives: Championed operations excellence, implementing best
practices and innovative solutions to optimize processes and systems.
• Change Management and Strategic Steering: Headed a steering committee dedicated to
change management, ensuring effective decision-making and stakeholder engagement for
smooth organizational transitions.
• Interdepartmental Collaboration and Influence: Successfully collaborated with and influenced
key stakeholders in Manufacturing, SCM, QA/RA, Finance, and IT to align on strategic
operational goals.
• Problem-Solving and Process Improvement: Utilized a data-driven approach to identify
performance gaps, devise solutions, prioritize and implement improvements, and sustain results.
• Comprehensive Project Management: Developed and executed detailed project plans from
inception to delivery, employing a structured project management framework alongside lean six
sigma principles.
• Strategic Communication and Presentation: Delivered compelling presentations to internal
and external stakeholders, effectively communicating complex business topics and strategies.
• Strategic Business Planning: Engaged as a key partner in developing business plans and
programs, contributing strategic insights and operational expertise.
• Financial Impact Assessment: Conducted thorough assessments of the financial impact of
projects and initiatives, influencing both working capital and financial performance.
• Change Management Effectiveness Metrics: Created measurement systems to evaluate the
efficacy of change management activities, ensuring alignment with organizational objectives.

2. • Project Monitoring and Engagement: Actively monitored project progress using appropriate
tools and strategies, maintaining close engagement with organizational teams.
AMS-OSRAM
Project Manager & Integration (NPD) 2017-2023
• Accountability in New Product Development (NPD): Demonstrated proven experience and
accountability in leading the development and introduction of new products under design control.
Successfully coordinated across design, NPI ,manufacturing, and marketing teams, achieving
goals within project timelines and budgets.
• Process Integration & Change Control: Actively involved in integrating new processes and
methodologies, including Agile/Hybrid project management, into existing workflows. Managed
change control for NPD processes, serving as a change agent to align with business objectives.
• Lean Six Sigma & Process Engineering: Applied Lean Six Sigma methodologies to optimize
manufacturing processes. This resulted in efficiency improvements, cost reduction, and
enhanced product quality, while engaging senior management to align these changes with
organizational goals.
• Next Generation Technology Development: Managed technology development projects with
a focus on global scope, schedule and cost. Coordinated between technical teams,
stakeholders, and end-users, maintaining excellent communication and technical documentation
standards.
• Vendor & Stakeholder Engagement: Proven experience working with contracted vendors and
labs. Demonstrated ability in engaging, negotiating, and influencing senior managers and
stakeholders across disciplines and geographies, maintaining a detail-oriented approach and
excellent organizational skills.
IGSS-GaN 2015-2017
Senior Project Manager /Senior Consultant (Global Projects)
In my role as a Senior Project Manager at IGSS, a leading semiconductor consulting company, I
leveraged project management frameworks to drive process improvements, cost reductions, and
yield enhancements for top-tier semiconductor companies. My responsibilities included:
• Process Improvement: Utilized Lean Six Sigma principles and other project management
methodologies to identify opportunities for process improvements. Worked closely with client
teams to implement these improvements, resulting in enhanced efficiency and productivity.
• Cost Reduction: Analysed cost structures and identified areas for potential savings. Developed
and implemented cost reduction strategies, leading to significant savings for clients without
compromising product quality or performance.
• Yield Enhancement: Worked on yield enhancement projects, identifying bottlenecks and
implementing solutions to improve yield rates. This resulted in increased production efficiency
and profitability for clients.
• Project Management: Managed multiple projects simultaneously, ensuring they were completed
on time, within budget, and met defined objectives. Utilized project management frameworks to
plan, execute, monitor, and close projects effectively.

3. • Client Collaboration: Collaborated closely with clients to understand their needs and challenges.
Developed tailored solutions to address these challenges, leading to improved client satisfaction
and long-term relationships.
GLOBALFOUNDRIES, Singapore 2007-2015
Senior Technology Development Process Engineer (MEMS)
• Key personnel responsible for the start-up of the new MEMS photolithography process line
• Involved in the MEMS startup right from the beginning including MEMS equipment selections
• Develop the MEMS Photolithography process and manufacturing qualification
• Implemented SPC, APC controls, FMEA, Engineering and Operation specs, Engineering
Change procedures and process controls
• Work closely with new MEMS customers and Process Integration to enable processes from
RND to mass production
ST MICROELECTRONICS, Singapore 2000 to 2007
Process Engineer (Photolithography and Wet Etch Process Engineer)
• Process engineering sustainment of the Photolithography and Wet Etch operations
• Set up SPC, FMEA and process controls for newly developed process
• Troubleshoot process deviation
• Perform process qualification
• Improve manufacturing yield and quality
• Characterise process and equipment systems to maintain and control process parameters
• Implement projects, lead teams to improve the process capability and reliability
Education
Degree, Manufacturing (2001)
Deakin University, Singapore
Diploma, Manufacturing Engineering (1999)
Nanyang Polytechnic, Singapore
Skills
• Project Management (PMP Certified) : Proficient in managing projects from inception to
completion, coordinating with cross-functional teams, and ensuring alignment with project goals.
• Lean Six Sigma (Blackbelt Certified) : Experienced in applying Lean Six Sigma principles for
process improvement and waste reduction.

4. • Strategic Planning: Skilled in developing strategic plans in alignment with business objectives,
including new product development and introduction (NPD/NPI).
• Business Development: Demonstrated ability to develop and maintain relationships with
vendors, suppliers, and customers, contributing to business growth and customer satisfaction.
• Regulatory Compliance: Proficient in ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements, quality
management systems, and standard operating procedures in the healthcare and pharma
industry.
• Risk Management: Experienced in identifying project risks and issues and developing mitigation
strategies.
• Communication: Excellent presentation and communication skills, with experience in delivering
presentations to both internal and external stakeholders.
• Leadership: Demonstrated leadership skills with experience in fostering a culture of continuous
improvement, knowledge sharing, and best practices.
• Technology: Familiarity with technologies relevant to the medical device, CMOS, MEMS, GaN
on Silicon, P-OLED.