Layan Kodithuwakku
About Layan Kodithuwakku
Layan Kodithuwakku is a Manufacturing Team Lead at Northvolt, with a background in brand management and marketing at Dialog Axiata PLC. He has a strong educational foundation in marketing, holding a Bachelor's degree and an MBA, and has successfully led various projects in manufacturing and training.
Work at Northvolt
Layan Kodithuwakku currently serves as the Manufacturing Team Lead at Northvolt, a position held since 2023. In this role, he is responsible for overseeing manufacturing operations in Skellefteå, Västerbotten, Sweden. Prior to this, he worked as a Manufacturing Production Associate at Northvolt for four months in 2023. His contributions include spearheading the ramp-up of the DS2 Calendaring department's 24/7 production initiative and implementing 5S methodologies to enhance efficiency and safety on the production floor.
Previous Experience at Dialog Axiata PLC
Layan Kodithuwakku has extensive experience at Dialog Axiata PLC, where he worked for a total of six years. He started as a Brand Marketing Intern from 2015 to 2016, followed by a role as Assistant Brand Manager from 2016 to 2020. He then advanced to the position of Brand Manager, serving from 2020 to 2022. His tenure at Dialog Axiata involved various responsibilities in brand management and marketing strategies.
Background in Banking
Before his career in marketing, Layan Kodithuwakku worked at Nations Trust Bank PLC as a Banking Assistant from 2012 to 2013. This role provided him with foundational experience in the banking sector, contributing to his diverse professional background.
Education and Expertise
Layan Kodithuwakku holds a Bachelor of Science (Marketing) Special Degree from the University of Sri Jayewardenepura, completed in 2016. He furthered his education with a Master of Business Administration (MBA) from the University of Colombo, which he completed in 2022. Additionally, he studied Swedish Language at the Swedish National Agency for Education from 2022 to 2023, enhancing his language skills for his work in Sweden.
Achievements in Manufacturing
In September 2023, Layan Kodithuwakku successfully completed the DS2 Anode and Cathode Calendaring machines SAT project, ensuring the seamless integration and functionality of the machinery. He also pioneered the inaugural training camp for new team members in the DS2 Calendaring Department, coordinating all aspects of the camp and providing intensive training. His collaboration with production quality associates and implementation of quality enhancement initiatives further demonstrate his commitment to excellence in manufacturing.