OBJECTIVE
Seeking a challenging full-time Quality Engineer position in a growth
oriented company where my problem solving skills, technical abilities and
experience can be used to develop more efficient systems
PROFILE
. Two Years of Experience in developing Simulation Models &
Statistical Algorithms for Business Process Optimization
. One Year Experience in implementing Lean and Quality Engineering
Techniques: Lean Concepts, 5S, Root Cause Analysis, SPC
(Statistical Process Control), Time Series Models and Kaizen
. Solid working knowledge in Supply Chain Management and Production
& Inventory Control Optimization techniques
. Working knowledge in using Auto CAD 2007 and Unigraphics - NX3
EDUCATION
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering
May 2010
Kansas State University, KS Major GPA: 3.5/4.0
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering (Production)
May 2007
Osmania University, India GPA: 3.62/4.0
WORK EXPERIENCE
Quality RF Engineering Intern, Networks International Corporation,
Overland Park, KS Mar - Present 2010
URL: www.nickc.com
. Developed Current State and Future State Value Stream Maps to determine
and reduce the Manufacturing Critical Path Time (MCpT) for the
production of CS - 234 RF Filters (Customer: Rockwell Collins).
Software Used: MS Visio 2007
. Implemented improvement strategies such as reduction in Batch Sizes,
introduction of a new MRP system, Kanban Priorities and Cross training
of Workers. Determined Performance measures using MS Excel, MS Access,
Minitab-15.0 and WMEP MCpT softwares
. Did part drawings of the RF filters using Auto CAD 2007. Also,
estimated the top three defect types using Pareto Analysis
Results Achieved:
. Achieved a reduction in MCpT (Total) by 34 % and MCpT (Response) by
22 %
. Achieved a reduction in overall Production Lead Time by 18%
Graduate Research Assistant, IMSE Department, Kansas State University, KS
Aug 2008-Jan 2009
URL: www.kumc.edu
. Did a "Process Improvement Project", which focused on improving the
patient throughput and reducing patient wait times and diversion
rate in the Emergency Department of Kansas University Medical
Center (KU MED)
. Created and Validated the Simulation Model of the Emergency
Department and the Hospital Unit using real-time hospital Data.
Software Used: Rockwell Arena-10
. Performed data analysis using Statistical Techniques and Models.
Software Used: Minitab 15 and MS Excel
. Identified the best overall fit model that will reduce patient door
to bed waiting times ranging from 11% to 31% and diversion rates by
23%; with estimated increase in revenues of $ 31 Million
Software Analyst, Capgemini Ltd., Pune, India
June - Nov 2007
URL: www.in.capgemini.com
. Developed and implemented a comprehensive sales and inventory
management system for a Retail Business Model using SQL and PL/SQL
database languages
. Worked in Data-Warehousing and Business Intelligence Platform.
Extensively trained in SAS and Informatica
Industrial Quality Circle, Electronic Corporation of India Ltd., Hyderabad,
India Mar - Apr 2006
URL: http://www.ecil.co.in
. Lead a 6 member team on a "Process Improvement Project" to study
the production and supply chain of electronic product line.
. Implemented 5s and Lean Principles to reduce time lags in
Production/Conveyance for efficiency improvement
. Evaluated the scope of facilitating multiple product production
and suggested a modified facility layout
Concepts Used: Time Study, Lean Manufacturing, Group Technology, 5s,
Kanban
Manufacturing Intern, Phoenix Conveyors India Ltd., Kalyani, India
May - Aug 2005
URL: www.phoenix-conveyorbelts.com
. Analyzed and documented the nature and magnitude of the Material and
Information flow processes across the plant. Estimated Optimal Order
Quantities for the Raw Materials using Periodic Review Policy
. Improved Machine/Shop Floor Space utilization and reduced Production
time by eliminating unwanted machinery and rework and thereby
achieving smooth flow for multiple-product production
. Implemented Quality Control/Assurance Procedures using company
specific standards to test the raw materials and conveyor belt sub-
assemblies such that they meet customer specific requirements. Used
Control Charts (Such as Shewart, CUSUM, EWMA) for Process Control.
. Participated in Supplier Identification and Supplier Quality
assessment review meetings
Concepts Used: Layout Design & Modification, Machine/Resource
Utilization, Statistical Process Control
Graduate Assistant, Horticulture Department, Kansas State University
May 2009- Jan 2010
. Created a database of the experimental values for different plant
samples using MS Access
. Written a Global Macro in Minitab-15 to figure out the samples that
could be used for farming, using statistical Models and control chart
PROJECTS
Lean Implementation at Caprock Manufacturing, Lubbock TX
Jan - Apr 2008
Implemented a 'Pull' type of Production system for the Company's New
Product named 'Enclosures'. Implemented a two-bin Kanban System
Designed the bins for Accessories to save warehouse space and increase the
packaging efficiency. Created an Application in MS Excel to obtain the
optimal cost effective packaging method. Also estimated the re-order
points for each accessory
Recommended modifications in the layout of the plant that would reduce the
conveyance time by 15 seconds
Inventory Control Using Simulation
Apr - May
2008
. Did a scheduling period, Inventory Control project to determine the
target level i.e. to be ordered to minimize the lost orders and the
average weekly costs
. Was able to reduce the lost orders by 25% and estimated the target
level that will minimize the weekly costs
Hotel Pan Redesign at Knapp Hall, Texas Tech University, Lubbock, TX
Apr - May 2008
. Designed the handles and lid for a hotel pan to reduce injuries due to
material handling and achieving a safer workplace Software Used: Autodesk
Inventor
. Accommodated the design to fit for 95th Percentile male and female US
population
RELEVANT COURSEWORK
Lean Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Statistical Process Control,
Simulation Models for Operational Analysis, Advanced Production & Inventory
Control, SAS, CAD/CAM, Design of Machine Elements, Methods of Operations
Research, Advanced Engineering Economy, Ergonomics & Design, Occupational
Safety Engineering
COMPUTER SKILLS
. Microsoft Office 2007: Access, Excel, Power Point, Project, Visio, Word
. Statistical Software & Databases: SAS, Minitab-15, SQL, PL/SQL,
Informatica
. Modeling & Simulation Software: AutoCAD 2007, Unigraphics-NX3, Ideas-10,
Pro-E, Ansys-10 (Structural Analysis), Arena-10
LEADERSHIP / ACTIVITIES/ACHIEVEMENTS
. Served as High School and Undergrad Cricket Team Captain. Won five
tournaments under my captaincy
. Member of Institute of Industrial Engineers (IIE), Society of
Manufacturing Engineers (SME) and Association for Operations Management
(APICS), Kansas State University Chapter
July 2009 - Present
. Awarded 'Certification of Merit' from Phoenix Yule Ltd, for the
successful completion of the assigned project
. Won consolation prize for a paper presentation on "Battery
Technology" organized by ISTE at VCE in the year 2004
* References are available upon request
* Open to Relocation