Praveen Ramesh
***************@*****.*** 214-***-**** http://www.linkedin.com/in/praveen-ramesh
EDUCATION
University of Houston – Main Campus Houston, Texas December 2016
Master of Engineering Industrial Engineering GPA: 3.36
B.M.S Institute of Technology Bangalore, India August 2014
Bachelor of Engineering Mechanical Engineering CGPA: 7.2
COURSE WORK
Engineering Project management, Statistical Process Control, Advanced Linear Optimization, Material handling, Supply Chain Management, Production Planning & Inventory Control, Quality improvement in Project Management, Engr Design
TECHNICAL SKILLS
Software: MS Office, MS Project, MS Visio, SolidWorks, ANSYS, Mini-Tab, Simio, JMP, AutoCAD
Techniques: Kaizen, Lean, Six Sigma, Value Steam Mapping, SIPOC, Time Study, 5S, Swim lane Diagram, Control Charts
WORK EXPERIENCE
WABTEC GLOBAL SERVICES, Houston, Texas June 2016 – November 2016
Lean Manufacturing Intern,
Developed standardized work instructions and procedures (SOP) across all levels of inspection process
Conducted monthly Kaizen activities resulting in an overall savings of $40,000 annually
Trained employees on Lean Six Sigma methodologies
Updated Min-Max system on hazmat lockers to eliminate excess inventory and reduce inventory costs
Documented Safety Data Sheets, Job Safety Analysis, Roadmaps and 5S audit reports
Utilized Six Sigma DMAIC tool to improve locomotive service time by 10%
Mapped the locomotive service process using high level SIPOC and Swimlane diagrams
Conducted Measurement System Analysis using work order report to set the baseline
Performed Root Cause Analysis using Cause and Effect Diagram and narrowed down causes using NGT
Developed PFMEA as a part of control plan to monitor impact of process changes on root causes
AXWEL INDIA PRIVATE LIMITED, Bangalore, India December 2013 - November 2014
Manufacturing Engineer,
Applied Lean tools to manage projects focused on enhancing production quality, efficiency and reduce cost
Utilized statistical tools to monitor and control key performance metrics for quality, efficiency, scrap and rework
Analyzed walk patterns using Spaghetti diagram and reduced non-value added activities
Designed workstations through standard work analysis and VSM to determine correct part and tool placements
Developed CNC programs of machine part assemblies by converting 2D drawings
Assisted and led teams in monthly kaizen events to improve material flow and support ongoing facility growth
PROJECTS
Statistical Analysis in Beverage Production Industry January 2015 - May 2015
Utilized Six Sigma DMAIC tool to identify potential root causes and implement solutions to eliminate them
Calculated process capability, control charts were plotted and optimum pressure for the process was found
New model developed in improve phase proved to have more capability ratio than the existing system
Design of Powerboat for Texas Marine Research January 2015 - May 2015
Followed PMI standards to select business model and organizational structure
Drafted WBS, BOM and Budget for the entire project
Utilized MS Project for Scheduling, Crashing and Resource Leveling to reduce project duration and cost
CERTIFICATIONS
Certified Six Sigma Green Belt, ERGC, 2017
Lean Manufacturing Level 1 Certification, Wabtec Corporation, 2016
Lifeguard and CPR/AED, American Red Cross, 2016