Khosrow Gharavi
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SUMMARY OF QUALIFICATIONS
Experienced Manufacturing Engineer with twenty-four (24) years of proven ability to positively impact productivity and profitability through process improvement and innovative solutions. Fourteen years of experience in forging industry from concept 3D modeling to production. Ten (10) years of diverse management experience supervising Twenty-nine (29) full time employees including negotiating engineering contracts with overseas suppliers. Unsurpassed organizational, analytical and conceptual skills demonstrated with repeated success in the area of project management with measurable positive results. Consistent ability to motivate and develop technical and non-technical personnel to meet organizational goals.
CORE COMPETENCIES
Safety Rules/Regulations
Flexible/Motivated
Quality-Focused
CAD/CAM Engineer
Team-Oriented
Service-Focused
Organized
Prototyping
International
Time Management
Critical Thinking
Dependable
Forging Processes
Negotiator
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Engineering:
Created 3-D models using 3-Axis Tool Path Generation in CADDS5 software
Continuously analyzed 1300 Ton Ajax Forging Press production line for quality issues and process improvement
Attended weekly construction meetings to provide input from an engineering perspective and resolve issues before production
Performed site visits as company liaison for first tier suppliers from the Far East and Europe to ensure materials met quality standards
Ensured products manufactured were produced and maintained in compliance with laboratory standards, policies, and applicable federal and state regulations
Assisted with operational review and preventative maintenance schedule of facility’s mechanical, electrical, and other building systems to prevent downtime
Evaluated design concept and oversaw prototype generation during conformance checks to ensure alignment with concept of sketches and model of design
Engineered and produced tooling for prototype of the first Iranian designed and built automobile
Management:
Managed tool design department staffed with 29 engineers engaged in prototype press tool design and machine tool programming
Developed engagement activities to enhance employee engagement using established system of rewards, recognition, counseling, and staff empowerment
Authorized and trusted to negotiate engineering contracts with overseas vendors
Researched and obtained legal codes or documents to support staff in the field as necessary to maintain compliance and complete project under budget
Supervised remodeling, floor layout, and stocking of an old unoccupied building that was transformed into a modern, up to date supermarket
Conducted weekly project meetings, assisted in securing small business loan, and negotiated contract terms under an agreed upon licensing agreement
WORK HISTORY
05/2013 – Present: SASI Enterprises, Charlotte, NC
Registered Agent/Consultant
02/2012 – 05/2013: Physicians Choice Laboratory Services, Charlotte, NC
Facilities Engineer
08/1998 – 01/2012: Iran Automobile Industry, Tehran, IR
Engineering Manager
10/1984 – 08/1998: Cooper Tools, Monroe, NC
CAD/CAM Designer
EDUCATION
Bachelor of Science Degree in Manufacturing Engineering Technology
University of North Carolina at Charlotte, Charlotte, NC
Higher National Diploma in Mechanical Technology
Dundee College of Technology, Dundee, UK