Saatvi Suresh

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https://www.linkedin.com/in/saatvi-suresh/

EDUCATION

Texas A&M University College Station, TX

MS in Chemical Engineering

Expected May 2025

Courses: Application of Thermodynamics, Process Analysis

National Institute of Technology, Tiruchirappalli Trichy, India

B. Tech in Chemical Engineering (CGPA: 8.31/10) Aug 2017– May 2021

Courses: Heat & Mass Transfer, Fluid Dynamics, Process Dynamics & Control

WORK EXPERIENCE

Assistant Manager - Packaging Maharashtra, India

Anheuser Busch InBev Oct 2021 – Apr 2023

Improved industrial water consumption ratio by 5.3% Quality Assurance approved reuse of pasteurizer wastewater on dirty bottles.

Analyzed abnormal pressure drops in the Activated Carbon Filter and RO Membrane of the Water Treatment Plant via 5 Why analysis, leading to optimization in steam regeneration standards via continuous communication with suppliers and water experts in Maharashtra.

Reduced the Total Packed Oxygen (TPO), an important quality parameter, in cans by 26.8% and CO2 consumption in the can filler by 51.39%, by optimizing process parameters in the bubble breaker and cover gas.

Drove Autonomous Operations at Bottle Filler, by initiating machine-based target setting, and associate training (via focused communication and team management initiatives), aiming for continuous process improvement in alignment with Maintenance Pillar requirements, resulting in an 8.2% increase in equipment efficiency.

Spearheaded Supplier Strategic Alliance Program (SSA) with malt and glass suppliers to enhance their process controls to address Quality at Source, to achieve a 2% reduction in EBI (Empty Bottle Inspector) rejection.

Initiated and formulated month-wise target setting and cascading of Key Performance Indicators based on dynamic volume requirements, leading to a 5% reduction in manpower and a 2% improvement in the quarterly Gross Line Yield (GLY) target in the fiscal year 2022-23.

Optimized Downtime Planned Activities via Preventive Maintenance work order report generation during shutdown to ensure maximum production during peak seasons for 1+ years.

Head – Campus Placement Committee Trichy, India

NIT Trichy – Chemical Engineering Aug 2020 – May 2021

Managed a team of 11 in mentoring students by creating chemical engineering mock exams, conducting & guiding students through mock interviews, aiding in multi-tasking, improving presentation & collaborative skills, and providing feedback, resulting in a 95% job placement rate.

SKILLS

Technical skills: Microsoft Office, MATLAB, Data Collection, Data Tracking & Analysis, Process Improvement

Soft Skills: Effective interaction, Oral and written communication, Problem-solving, Analytical Thinking.

PROJECTS

Production of Ethyl Acetate via Designing of a Reactive Distillation Column

Dec 2020 – May 2021

Achieved a 16.6% reduction in equipment count and an 11% reduction in total annualized cost as compared to conventional production techniques.

Phase equilibrium was established by thermodynamical modeling – NRTL for liquids and Virial EOS for vapor. Performed mass balance, energy balance, thermodynamic feasibility along with process modeling. Designed minor equipment such as pumps and valves.

KITES Internship - ITC May 2020 – Jun 2020

Designed an aggregator model and end-to-end strategy for the expansion of ITC Analytical Services.

AWARDS and VOLUNTEERISM

Received The Chemical Engineering Graduate Fellowship Award at Texas A&M University – College Station.

National-level winner of the Monomousumi Essay Writing Competition (2022).

Volunteered at Bhumi to conduct research and propose sustainable solutions to the practical challenges faced by the educational ecosystem of Tamil Nadu.

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