Manisagaran Kannaiah
About Manisagaran Kannaiah
Manisagaran Kannaiah serves as a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer for Asia Operations at Impinj, where he has worked since 2018. He has extensive experience in process integration and optimization, having previously held a position at Osram Opto Semiconductor for 16 years.
Work at Impinj
Manisagaran Kannaiah has been serving as a Senior Manufacturing Process Engineer in Asia Operations at Impinj since 2018. His role involves overseeing manufacturing processes and ensuring efficiency within the organization. He has implemented Statistical Process Control for monitoring various processes, which aids in maintaining quality standards. Kannaiah has also developed robust processes utilizing Design of Experiment methodologies to achieve capability indices, contributing to the overall effectiveness of manufacturing operations.
Current Role at Osram Opto Semiconductor
In addition to his position at Impinj, Kannaiah has been working as a Process Integration Engineer at Osram Opto Semiconductor since 2008. His responsibilities include optimizing recipes for cost efficiency, tool capacity, and process robustness. He played a key role in the startup activities of Plasma DE0005 equipment and has been involved in add-on chamber activities due to business expansion. His extensive experience spans over 16 years in this role, based in Penang, Malaysia.
Education and Expertise
Kannaiah studied Electrical and Electronics Engineering at Kolej Universiti Antarabangsa INTI, where he earned his Bachelor of Engineering degree from 2006 to 2008. His educational background provides a solid foundation for his engineering roles in the semiconductor industry. He has participated in specialized training, including process training at SPTS Singapore and Plasma Dice equipment training in the UK, enhancing his technical expertise in manufacturing processes.
Achievements in Process Engineering
Throughout his career, Kannaiah has established several key processes and initiatives. He established the Deep Reactive Ion Etching (DRIE) process at a subcontractor site for 300mm size wafers. He has also qualified new processes such as Test Automation Module (TAM) and Automated Optical Inspection (AOI). Kannaiah has published manufacturing procedures and maintenance Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for various processes, contributing to operational efficiency and safety.
Safety Initiatives and Team Leadership
Kannaiah has demonstrated leadership in safety initiatives within the manufacturing environment. He established a Safety Team and implemented proper Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) protocols in the fabrication area. He arranged gas and chemical training for safety team members, ensuring compliance with safety standards. His commitment to safety and training reflects his dedication to creating a secure working environment for all personnel.