Srikar Krishna Rajagopal
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SUMMARY:
* Six Sigma Green belt certified - (IIE-2090-3)
* 1.5 years of experience working on kaizen events.
* Comprehensive understanding in Lean manufacturing, continuous process improvements.
EDUCATION:
University of Texas at Arlington, Texas, USA
Master of Science in Industrial Engineering,
GPA: 3.58 / 4.0 May 2014
Anna University, Chennai, India
Bachelor of Engineering in Mechatronics.
GPA: 3.7 / 10 April 2012
SKILL SET:
Design software: Auto CAD, Solid Works, Ansys.
Simulation & Optimization software: WITNESS, Supply chain guru
WORK EXPERIENCE:
Project Trainee
GENCO-ATC Logistics, Fort Worth, Texas (January 2013-May 2013)
* Identified improvement opportunities in a supply chain of a 3PL warehouse.
* Implemented an Andon based system & a paperless invoicing process enabling expedited delivery of materials.
* Increased the throughput by 62% using WITNESS software based simulations.
Production Engineer- Engineering Internship
EIFCO Machine Tools Pvt. Ltd, Coimbatore, India. (August 2011- April 2012)
* Understanding the business process of auto component manufacturing as per customer requirements.
* Worked on designing & Implementing a safe fixture eliminating a non-value added activity.
* Conducted a post study analysis increasing production by 30%, reducing setup time & operational costs.
* Conducting periodic inspection on finished parts using crack detector, micrometers, moving arm CMM.
LUCAS - TVS, Chennai, India (June 2010-July 2010)
* Analyzing & understanding various assembly line manufacturing techniques such as single-piece flow, JIT, KANBAN etc.
* Mapping process of complex assemblies that involving highly skilled labor & very high dependence with external JIT suppliers for components.
ACADEMIC PROJECTS:
Direct Time Study Project (January 2014-May 2014)
* Determining the performance rating of a task by conducting time study process in a gym.
* Defining the task into work elements.
* Determine the Normal time, Standard time & evaluating worker's performance
Redesigning Facilities layout & Material Handling for ABC Inc. (August2013-December 2013)
* Evaluated various picking processes such as Voice picking, Put to light (PTL) etc to improve the supply chain during average & peak seasons.
* Redesigned the factory layout in a distribution center by Implementing goods to person (GTP) process
thereby reducing labor requirements by 60%.
Conducting Quality Analysis for an Iron Box. (August 2013- December 2013)
* Identifying potential areas for improvement using 5W, 2H.
* Conducted a PDCA cycle to establish an In control process for better efficiency & usage.
* Developed Statistical process control achieving a leap towards to six sigma.
Designing a Production Panel Facility using a Simulation Tool (July 2013 - August 2013)
* Designed a silicon production facility by simulation using WITNESS software
* Constructed a pilot production model & estimating operational requirements to generate 1 MW power every month.
* Reducing potential bottle necks thereby increasing the throughput by 20% in every iteration through optimization.
EXTRACURICULAR ACTIVITIES:
* Logistics Manager for Indian Cultural Council at The University of Texas at Arlington - ( 2012 - 2014)
* Building Crew leader for E.H.Hereford University Center. ( 2012 - 2014)