Ramesh Ponny Subramaniam
Plant Manager, Pittsburgh PCS at GE Vernova Power Conversion
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, USA · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Results-oriented manufacturing leader with 25 years transforming factory operations through LEAN, embracing Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost as the business compass.
About
25 years of experience in factory management, responsible for overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing facility, a blend of leadership, technical knowledge, and operational expertise to ensure production processes run smoothly, efficiently, and safely. Deep expertise in global manufacturing operations management, customer relationship management, performance measurement, sales & operations planning, and material planning, developing and executing strategies to ensure efficient production, quality control, and cost-effectiveness across multiple locations. Focused on helping global manufacturing navigate the complexities of the global market while driving growth, innovation, and operational excellence, a results-oriented leader dedicated to meeting customer needs and transforming through LEAN.
Experience
Plant Manager, Pittsburgh PCS
GE Vernova
Jan 2025 – Present · 1 yr 8 mos
Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, United States · On-site
20+ years of experience in factory management, overseeing the daily operations of a manufacturing facility with a blend of leadership, technical knowledge, and operational expertise. Owns global manufacturing operations management, customer relationship management, performance measurement, sales & operations planning, and material planning, developing and executing strategies for efficient production, quality control, and cost-effectiveness across multiple locations, with Safety, Quality, Delivery, and Cost as the business compass.
Senior Manufacturing Staff Manager
GE Vernova Solar & Storage Solutions
Apr 2019 – Jan 2025 · 5 yrs 10 mos
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India · On-site
Led manufacturing for solar inverters, battery storage, container solutions, and BOP, managing sourcing, supply chain, production, supplier quality, quality, EHS, advanced manufacturing engineering, and logistics.
Regional Supplier Quality Manager, Asia (excl. China)
GE
Apr 2010 – Apr 2019 · 9 yrs 1 mo
Chennai Area, India · On-site
Worked within the Global Sourcing & Supplier Quality and Development organization.
Assistant Manager – Quality Assurance
Lucas TVS
Jul 2008 – Mar 2010 · 1 yr 9 mos
Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Headed the complete Quality Assurance department for the radiator fan motor business unit: process quality, customer quality, supplier quality, system quality, and measurement quality.
Team Management Leader – Quality Assurance
Igarashi Motor Sales USA, LLC.
Apr 2006 – Jun 2008 · 2 yrs 3 mos
Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India
Handled 3 customer lines: new product introduction, complete manufacturing line establishment, and process documentation.
Quality Engineer
Schlumberger
Apr 2003 – Mar 2006 · 3 yrs
Singapore
Quality analysis specialist for field failures (motor, protector, gas separator, and pump), driving a continuous improvement program.
Quality Engineer
Thomson India Private Ltd
Apr 1999 – Mar 2003 · 4 yrs
Quality assurance: in-process & customer quality.
Skills
Lean & Quality Systems
Quality & Compliance
Manufacturing & Engineering
Leadership & Strategy
Education
Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Finance, General
University of Madras
Master of Business Administration (MBA), Logistics and Supply Chain Management
Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani
Master of Technology (MTech)
SRMIST, Kattankulathur, Chennai, Tamil Nadu
Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Electrical and Electronics Engineering
University of Madras
Master of Business Administration (MBA), System Management
Madurai Kamaraj University
Bachelor of Computer Applications
Sriram Engineering College
Diploma in Electrical & Electronics Engineering
Institute of Technical Education
Technical Education, Mechanical Technology
Licenses & Certifications
Frontline Leadership
GE Vernova
People, Relationships and Learnings
GE Vernova
TapRoot Root Cause Analysis
taproot.com
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt DMAIC
GE India Technology Centre (JFWTC)
Delivering Customer Impact
GE Crotonville
Building Essential Leadership Skills
GE Crotonville
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Anna University Chennai
Environmental, Health and Safety Certifications (BEAC)
Lucas TVS
Internal Auditor TS 16949:2002
Omnex Inc
ISO/TS 16949:2002 Quality Management System
TQMI
Cause & Effect Analysis & 8D Approach
TQMI
Lean Six Sigma White Belt Certification
SLB
Electronics & Communication
G.D. Naidu Charities
Sourcing Certification Program
GE Power
Effective Coaching Skills
Crotonville
Hiring the Right People
Crotonville
Born to Win Wisdom Tool
Frequently Asked Questions
Who is Ramesh Ponny Subramaniam?
Ramesh Ponny Subramaniam is a manufacturing operations leader with 25 years of experience in factory management, LEAN transformation, supplier quality, and operational excellence. He currently serves as Plant Manager, Pittsburgh PCS at GE Vernova Power Conversion.
What is Ramesh Ponny Subramaniam's current role?
He is the Plant Manager for GE Vernova's Pittsburgh Power Conversion Systems facility in Pennsylvania, USA, responsible for global manufacturing operations, quality, delivery, and cost performance since January 2025.
How many years of manufacturing experience does he have?
He has 25 years of experience in factory management and manufacturing operations, spanning roles at GE Vernova, GE Grid Solutions, GE, Lucas TVS, Igarashi Motor Sales, Schlumberger, and Thomson India.
What are his core areas of expertise?
His core expertise spans Continuous Improvement, Operational Excellence, Kaizen, Lean Six Sigma, Supplier Quality Management, TS 16949 / ISO quality systems, Global Manufacturing Operations, and Sales & Operations Planning.
Which companies has Ramesh Ponny Subramaniam worked for?
He has worked at GE Vernova, GE Grid Solutions, GE (Global Sourcing & Supplier Quality), Lucas TVS, Igarashi Motor Sales USA, Schlumberger, and Thomson India Private Ltd across the United States, India, and Singapore.
What education and certifications does he hold?
He holds multiple MBAs from the University of Madras and BITS Pilani, an MTech from BITS Pilani, and a BTech in Electrical and Electronics Engineering from SRMIST, along with 15+ certifications including Lean Six Sigma Green Belt and Internal Auditor TS 16949:2002.
How can I connect with Ramesh Ponny Subramaniam?
The best way to connect with him professionally is via LinkedIn.
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Pittsburgh, PA, USA · Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India