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Ts. Dr. Kamal Kamarudin Mba is a seasoned professional with extensive experience in quality management, process improvement, and lean manufacturing. He has held various roles in leading organizations, including Senior Continuous Improvement (APAC), Quality Management Sr. Trainer @ Toyota Knowledge & Development Center, and Graduate Management Trainee. Dr. Kamarudin holds a Doctor of Philosophy (PhD) degree in Management of Technology from Universiti Teknologi Malaysia and an MBA from Management and Science University. He is a certified trainer, auditor, and practitioner in various fields, including lean six sigma, quality management, and occupational safety and health.

Credentials

  • Oxford Journal Star User
    Oxford University Press
    Feb, 2024
    - Apr, 2026
  • HRDC Certified Trainer
    HRD Corp - Human Resource Development Corporation
    Dec, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • Hypnotherapist
    The Academy of Modern Applied Psychology
    Dec, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • IGPPA Certificate Associate NLP Practitioner
    itsmycertificate
    Dec, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • NIOSH Membership
    National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
    Dec, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • TTT1 - NIOSH Certified Trainer
    National Institute of Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH)
    Dec, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • How to Publish with Oxford Journals
    Oxford University Press
    Sep, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • Creating Your Personal Brand
    LinkedIn
    Aug, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • Gemba Kaizen: A Commonsense Approach to Continuous Improvement (Blinkist Summary)
    LinkedIn
    Aug, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • Member of Technologists Association of Malaysia (M.T.A.M)
    Technological Association Malaysia
    Jan, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • Graduate Engineering Technologist (Grad. E.T.I.E.M)
    The Institution of Engineers Malaysia
    Jun, 2021
    - Apr, 2026
  • Engineering Technologist (Eng. Tech. BEM)
    Board of Engineers Malaysia
    Nov, 2020
    - Apr, 2026
  • Certified Trainer Asia Region
    Qualitative Data Analysis and Beyond with ATLAS.ti
    May, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • Basic Translator (Science & Technology, Social Science and Mass Communication)
    Akademi Bahasa & Terjemahan
    Jan, 2019
    - Apr, 2026
  • eUsahawan - Go Digital
    Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)
    Oct, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Global Online Workforce - GLOW
    Malaysia Digital Economy Corporation (MDEC)
    Oct, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Graduate Technologist GT
    Malaysia Board of Technologists
    Mar, 2017
    - Apr, 2026
  • ISO9001:2008 IRCA Auditor/Lead Auditor (With IATF/TS 16949 reference)
    IRCA Global
    May, 2011
    - Apr, 2026
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
    The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
    Apr, 2006
    - Apr, 2026
  • Professional Technologist Ts. /P. Tech. (ME)
    Malaysia Board of Technologists
    May, 2018
    - Apr, 2026
  • Associate Member
    Malaysian Society for Occupational Safety and Health (MSOSH)
    Feb, 2023
    - Apr, 2026
  • Construction Green Card
    CIDB Malaysia
    Jun, 2023
    - Apr, 2026

Experience

    • TTAC TVET Program Panel Assessor 🇲🇾
      • Jan 2024 - Present
      • Northern Malaysia

      Penubuhan MBOT sebagai Badan Profesional yang mengawal selia profesion tersebut adalah seperti yang dinyatakan sebagai fungsi Lembaga di dalam Seksyen 5(e) “untuk menentukan dan mengawal selia kelakuan dan etika profesion Teknologi dan Juruteknik”. Bagi Menjalankan fungsi–fungsi tersebut MBOT telah diberi kuasa untuk menubuhkan TTAC. TTAC bertanggungjawab sebagai badan yang mengakreditasi program-program teknologi dan teknikal seperti yang ditetapkan oleh lembaga. Untuk menjayakan matlamat di atas, TTAC amat memerlukan kerjasama daripada gabungan tenaga pakar dan para akademik untuk melaksanakan tugasan penilaian, pemantauan program dan kemudahan pendidikan yang ditawarkan oleh pemberi pendidikan tinggi. Selaras dengan komitmen dan kepakaran, sukacita dimaklumkan bahawa YBrs. Ts., adalah dengan penuh hormatnya dilantik sebagai panel penilai TTAC di dalam mana-mana bidang bersesuaian daripada 24 Bidang Teknologi MBOT.

  • Manuli Hydraulics
    • Kuala Ketil, Kedah, Malaysia
    • RYCO Head of QEHS 🇦🇺 🇮🇹
      • Mar 2022 - Oct 2023
      • Kuala Ketil, Kedah, Malaysia

      Spearheading Quality and EHS enhancement across sites. Ensured rigorous daily adherence to environmental, quality, and safety regulations. Facilitated seamless communication with site management and authorities. Led local process teams, ensuring full process compliance. Implemented, maintained, and evolved the Integrated Management System (IMS) to group standards. Innovated customer-centric improvements, monitored action plans, and drove global QEHS enhancements. Managed workgroups, NCR processes, KPI analysis, and risk mitigation. Executed audits, managed budgets, fostered external partnerships, and directed emergency response. Pioneered a SMETA culture of excellence while aligning achievements with site and companywide goals.Responsibilities:1. Processes: Ensure that established processes are 100% applied. Head the local process owner teams.2. IMS: Implement, maintain, adjust and develop the IMS according to group standards.3. CIP:Proposed measures to improve customer satisfaction, processes and performance.Monitored 100% of the action plans and task fulfilment.4. Manage: Implement, manage and follow up working groups5. NCR: Responsible for internal and external NCR Processes, Follow-up Corrective Actions, Continuous Improvement Actions6. KPI: Analyze, monitor and report on site performance together with the site manager on a monthly basis7. Risk Management: Identified and monitored the development of recorded risks, and implemented action plans.8. Training & Support: Training and Support on QEHS topics.9. Internal Audits & Mgt. Review: Organize and conduct local Internal Audits and Assessments and issue annual MR.10. External Audits: Organize and lead Customer Audits, Supplier Audits, and Certification Audits.11. Budget: Responsibility for the QEHS budget of a site.12. Contacts: Contact customers, local authorities, regulatory agencies, fire brigade, DOSH DOE.Head the emergency organization of the site.

  • Teleflex Incorporated
    • Kamunting, Perak, Malaysia
    • Senior Continuous Improvement (APAC) 🇺🇸 🇲🇾
      • Mar 2020 - Feb 2022
      • Kamunting, Perak, Malaysia

      Implemented Enterprise Excellence at the site and fostered a culture of continuous improvement. Led process enhancements, established work standards, assessed operational costs, validated capital expenditures, reviewed procedures, optimized process flows, and managed projects. Collaborated on process improvement projects with the team, supporting the implementation of the Site and Regional Operations transformation roadmap. Actively promoted the use of process improvement methodologies through development and training. Principal Responsibilities•    Key member of the site/regional manufacturing team with specific responsibility for supporting and advancing Enterprise Excellence. •    Complete or assist with completion of process improvement projects in collaboration with site/regional manufacturing team.•    Actively support implementation of the Site and Regional Operations transformation roadmap.•    Actively develop, teach, and utilize process improvement methodologies including, but not limited too    Safetyo    Creating Flowo    Gemba Walkso    5S + 8 Wasteso    Visual Managemento    Standard Worko    8-Step (A3) Problem Solving & Kaizeno    Error Proofing (Poka Yoke)o    SMEDo    Process and Value Stream MappingSpecialized Skills•    Process-focused / Results -driven and displays high energy and enthusiasm in challenging the status quo and driving continuous improvement.•    Team player with good interpersonal skills.•    Effective verbal and written communication skills.•    Strong analytical and problem solving skills.•    Intermediate skill level with MS excel.•    Evaluates facts and solutions, comprehensively.•    Work in a matrixed organization, across international regions•    Able to complete tasks and training.

    • Production Engineering Manager 🇨🇳 🇲🇾
      • Apr 2019 - Mar 2020
      • Proton City

      Managed teams of 20 people to implement lean manufacturing. Presented reports on cost reduction activities and advised Senior Management on the lean implementation approach.Work in China, Danyang and Changzhou for manufacturing project transfer to Proton City Tanjung Malim, Malaysia. Know how to technology transfer for vehicle dashboard production.Led cross-functional teams to optimize processes, reducing cycle time and costs. Improved product quality through effective quality control. Enhanced employee skills through training initiatives. Prioritized safety by implementing protocols, and reducing workplace incidents. Achieved KPIs, managed budgets, and aligned achievements with company goals, showcasing leadership and strategic prowess.Responsibilities:Process Optimization: Successfully led a cross-functional team to optimize the manufacturing process, resulting in a significant reduction in production cycle time, increased throughput, and reduced operational costs.Cost Reduction: Identified and executed cost-saving initiatives, such as optimizing material usage, streamlining production layouts, or negotiating favourable vendor contracts, resulting in significant cost reductions while maintaining or improving product quality.Capacity Expansion: Oversaw the expansion of production capacity by implementing new equipment, processes, or technology.Employee Development: Implemented a training and development program for production engineers, leading to enhanced technical skills, increased productivity, and improved employee morale.Supply Chain Optimization: Collaborated with procurement and logistics teams to optimize the supply chain, ensuring timely availability of raw materials and components, reducing lead times, and minimizing production disruptions.Health and Safety: Implemented safety protocols and practices that resulted in a safer working environment, significantly reducing workplace accidents and incidents.

  • UTM
    • Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia
    • Doctoral Researcher 🇲🇾🇯🇵
      • Mar 2015 - Mar 2019
      • Setapak, Kuala Lumpur, Malaysia

      As Researcher demonstrated a comprehensive approach encompassing academic trend analysis, global business outlook, and technology value chain creation. Orchestrated innovation across planning, research, publication, consultation, and commercialization stages. Membership with esteemed organizations and citation centres reflected industry recognition. Pioneered technology operations, from discovery to product innovation, while aligning achievements with a profound understanding of software tools and collaborative platforms. https://scholar.google.com/citations?user=bPi_ClwAAAAJ&hl=enR&D, Innovation and patent consist of;1.Planning & opportunities; Academic trend & direction.2.Research; Grant local & international.3.Publication; high impact article & Journal.4. Consultation, industrial network & cooperation.5. Commercialization; patent, trademark, industrial design, copyright.6.Manufacturing & Marketing; Lean, differentiationValue chain creation of technology operation management;1. Pure science (discovery).2. Applied science (Technology insight).3. Product & Services innovation.4. Global business outlook.Profound Software;Mendeley, Nvivo, SPSS, Endnote, Ginger, SAP, BOM, atlas.ti, telnet, office 365, SEM-AMOS, Derwent Data Analyzer, IEEE collabratec, Grammarly, Windows 10, adobe Creative Cloud1. Clarivate Analytics ID: http://www.researcherid.com/rid/E-1153-20152. ORCID: http://orcid.org/0000-0002-4028-53763. SCOPUS Author ID: https://www.scopus.com/authid/detail.uri?authorId=70065609904. MBOT ID: GT17030223/PT18050008http://www.mbot.org.my5. MyGRANT ID: 84527https://mygrants.gov.my/csp/sys/bi/%25cspapp.bi.work.mygrant.custom.login.cls6. IEEE ID:95096086https://ieee-collabratec.ieee.org/app/p/KAMALKAMARUDIN4527137. MINDS ID: STD875982263https://minds.net.my8. Malaysian citation centrehttp://www.myjurnal.my/public/issue-view.php?id=8428&journal_id=440

  • Mercedes-Benz
    • Pekan, Pahang, Malaysia
    • Continuous Improvement Manager 🇩🇪 🇲🇾
      • Mar 2014 - Mar 2015
      • Pekan, Pahang, Malaysia

      Facilitated projects aimed at improving processes and provided training to foster cultural transformation. Conducted thorough root cause analyses to establish metrics, troubleshoot manufacturing and assembly challenges, and optimize production capacity. Assumed responsibility for overseeing and actively participating in automotive activities. Mercedes Benz Production System Continuous Improvement Project Manager of Mercedes Benz Assembly Plant Operation for passenger Car model C, E, S Class and truck commercial vehicle MBCV in Pekan Pahang.1.Identified and facilitate process improvement projects, training/ workshops to drive cultural change.2.Conducted root cause analysis to determine metrics, troubleshoot manufacturing/ business and assembly issues, material flow, project plans, production capacity, facility design and create process documentation. 3.Oversaw and took part in automotive assembly improvement activities.Integrated Management System (IMS) captures the requirements of industry best practice, based on the three major standards which we work to; ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001. The way we work now and the way we will continue to work in the future is to ensure that we remain consistent with the evolving objectives of the international standards.HICOM Management System (HMS) activity for Innovative creative circles (ICC) DRB HICOM group, 5S, Total Preventive Maintainence (TPM) and audit standards for Volkswagen, Suzuki and Mercedes Benz vehicle assembly operation.

    • Malaysia
    • Motor Vehicle Manufacturing
    • 700 & Above Employee
    • Quality Management Sr. Trainer @ 🇯🇵 🇲🇾 Toyota Knowledge & Development Center
      • Mar 2012 - Feb 2014

      Quality Management Specialist:Understands and experience in Automotive sector and typical branch structures/roles, sales and after sales.FacilitationCoachingInfluencingRapport BuildingLearning and Development needs analysisEvaluation Skills & Courseware design understandingClient focusCommunicationProblem SolvingDrive improvementQUALITY MANAGEMENT CONSULTATION, COACHING & TRAINING. EXPERIENCED GAINED1.Coordinator QCC Conference Day in March '12.2.Deployment of 5S project at service centre.3.UMW Toyota Motor Group Kaizen Forum coordinator.4.Quick N Easy (QNE) promoter & Coordination.3.Five S (5S) Evaluation Auditor for Sales and After Sales.4.2012/2013 QCC Convention UMW Toyota Motor Group.5.Quality Management representative for Regional Outlet support.6.Trainer for QCC, Kaizen 6 Steps and 5S.7.Continuously involve and participate in the implementation of QCC and Toyota Business Practices to increase the effectiveness and efficiency of each process.Achievement:1.Created positive, energetic, memorable and productive learning Environments for all delegates/participants.2.Completed ongoing Self-assessment of training programme content and delivery, to promote continuous improvement3.Ensures active promotion and continuous improvement of staff and customer engagement activities.4.Developed training content and material and implement for frontliner (non technical) staff at branches.5.Conducted Kaizen review of programme impact, make appropriate recommendations and ensure all changes are coordinated to the Sales and After Sales Operation Manager6.Invigilating Examinations for Sales Advisor at branches.7.Formulated strategic service initiatives and campaigns within branches.8.Developed training programs and key competencies for all service staff9.Devised staff reward and recognition program.10.Reviewed customer and staff feedbacks and using them as a measurement to formulate continuous improvement programs.

    • Senior Quality Assurance Engineer
      • Jan 2011 - Feb 2012

      RESPONSIBILITIES:Quality Assurance:Measure, benchmark, monitor processes and provide feedback to prevent errors in the manufacturing process. Ensure that the best practices of TPS and statistical process control are applied in predominantly bespoke and semi-customized manufacturing operations.Quality Control: Reviewand improve factors involved in the manufacturing  process such as competence management, organizational culture and structure, operating procedures and ensure that they are geared to meet agreed customer needs. Apply control techniques and inspection methods that ensure continual improvements.Performance Improvement:Train, coach, and counsel employees on quality management practices; maintain  and improve product quality through compliance and surveillance audits; investigate customer complaints and collaborate with other members of the management team to develop new product and engineering design, as well as manufacturing and training method.Reporting:Monitor and report quality performance against agreed targets using metrics (KPIs) that are reported to management team. Prepare quality documentation and reports by collecting, analyzing and summarizing information and trends including failed processes, corrective actions, and re-validations. Manage and facilitate the annual audit process.Achievements/ Experience gained:1.Certified IRCA Lead Auditor ISO 9001:2008 with TS 16949 (Control Plan, FMEA, APQP, PPAP & MSA).2.Monitored the quality standards of the products produced including testing and re-work cases and rejects and troubleshoot all quality issues. 4.Identified corrective action to be taken; supervise and monitor the implementation of the corrective action.5.Oversees vendor performance including improvement of quality of parts supplied. 6.Conducted vendor assessment to ensure the vendors’ products consistently meet the quality standards required.7.Maintained the accredited quality systems, i.e. TS16949, ISO 9001, ISO14000, ISO 18000

    • Senior Total Quality Management
      • Nov 2006 - Dec 2010

      Successfully orchestrated a company-wide 5S project and actively participated in the QCC monthly project presentation/convention. Oversaw a QCC group of 50, coordinated the Kaizen Suggestion Scheme (KSS), and led cost reduction activities (CRA) across the organization. Analyzed savings from KSS, QCC, 5S, and OPI projects. Coordinated QCC Convention Day on multiple occasions and deployed 5S projects on the production line. Contributed to UMWT kaizen forum activities and participated in the PROTON ICC & Kaizen Exco committee. RESPONSIBILITES:1.Focuses on Quality Control Circle (QCC), 5S and Kaizen.2.Developed 5S project throughout the company.3.QCC monthly project presentation/convention.4.Monitoring QCC group consist of 50 group.5.Kaizen Suggestion Scheme (KSS) coordinator.6.Cost reduction activity (CRA) for the company.7.Monitoring savings from KSS,QCC,5S,OPI project.8.Junshi Coordinator for AISB.9.Office Process Improvement (OPI) activites.Achievements/experience gained:1.Coordinated QCC Convention Day in Nov '06 & '07 and Oct '08, Dec '09, Dec '10.2.Deployment of 5S project at production line.3.UMWT kaizen forum activities.4.PROTON ICC & Kaizen Exco committee.5.OHSAS 18001 Internal Auditor.6.Plant Safety & Health Committee.7.Persistence, determination and Passionate in lean activity.8.Assisted in Leading and deploying Lean programs.9.Drive TQM across the various functions to meet targets/KPIs10.Lead TQM tool champions and teams in projects to successful completionACHIEVEMENT:1.Savings of RM 408 K from 33 QCC project '06.2.Savings of RM 353 K from 70 KSS project '06.3.Savings of RM 304 K from 25 QCC project '07.4.Savings of RM 203 K from 159 KSS project '07.5.Savings of RM 398 K from 30 QCC project '08.6.Savings of RM 290 K from 413 KSS project '087.Hands on experience in Value Stream Mapping, Continuous Flow Manufacturing, Pull System, 5S, Standardized Work, TPM, Set-up Reduction, Error Proofing and other Lean techniques.

  • The Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company
    • Goodyear Malaysia Berhad, Persiaran Selangor, Sec 15, Shah Alam Malaysia
    • Q-Tech Engineer 🇺🇸 🇲🇾
      • Jul 2002 - Oct 2006
      • Goodyear Malaysia Berhad, Persiaran Selangor, Sec 15, Shah Alam Malaysia

      RESPONSIBILITIES:Rubber mixing compounder & tyre component processes:1.Quality control of rubber masterbatch releasing, extruding, calendering and bead process. 2.Control and monitor operations of entire Mixing Process.3.Ensure customer requirements, quality standards and KPIs are consistently met.4.Undertake strategic planning to improve productivity, efficiency and reject rates.5.Continually upgrade competencies of technicians and supervisors.6.Ensure the certification of ISO/TS16949 requirements are complied at all times.Product & Process improvement activities:1.Single & Duplex Extruder, Banbury F240 & Bead machine.2.Conduct chemical testing on natural rubber, rubber compounds and rubber chemicals3.Conduct training for the laboratory of Goodyear Plants in APAC region4.Analyze test data and issue test report5.Carry out maintenance and calibration of test equipment6.Study and develop new product development.7.In-charge of project for process improvement in the Chemical Testing Lab8.Drive continuous process improvement and cost reduction programs9.Optimise die Cycle Time, Parameter setting and Operation standardOptimise tool change over (SMED) practices.10.Participate in cross functional activities for new projects as well as to coordinate on project transfersAchievement:1.ISO/TS 16949 (Internal Auditor and Documentation)2.SKILLS: MYSQL, LMAC, LOTUS NOTES, TELNET, SAP r3 3.Compounder training at GOODYEAR Thailand, BANGKOK, 02/20034.Support and facilitate ongoing growth and cost reduction by conducting Kaizen Events, Value Stream Mapping Events and Lean training as needed.5.Development of Standard Work, and Layout Improvements.6.Develop and Promote of process flow in both manufacturing and administrative.7.Assist in the development of a Lean Strategy to be implemented plant-wide.8. Perform value stream mapping study for identifying non-value added processes.9.Support company in implementing lean manufacturing to eliminate waste.

    • Graduate Management Trainee 🇲🇾
      • Jan 2002 - Jun 2002
      • kuantan pahang

      RISDA NEGERI PAHANG SISWAZAH SKIM SANGKUT DAN LATIHAN JPA

  • Nylex Holdings Sdn Bhd
    • Selangor, Malaysia
    • Graduate Management Trainee 🇦🇺 🇲🇾
      • Feb 2001 - Dec 2001
      • Selangor, Malaysia

Education

  • 2015 - 2023
    Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
    Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Management of Technology, MJIIT
  • 2009 - 2015
    Management and Science University
    ABEST21 - MBA, Global Marketing
  • 1996 - 2000
    Universiti Sains Malaysia
    B. Tech. (Hons.), (Major - Polymer & Minor - Management)
  • 1995 - 1996
    Universiti Sains Malaysia
    USM Matriculation II, Science
  • 1994 - 1995
    SMS Tun Syed Sheh Shahabudin Penang
    USM Matriculation I, Science
  • 1989 - 1993
    SMK(A) Tg. Ampuan Hajah Afzan Pahang
    SRP & SPM, Science
  • 1983 - 1988
    St Thomas Primary School

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