Ravi Renduchintala

Pleasanton, CA ***** 408-***-**** ad2v5y@r.postjobfree.com

https://www.linkedin.com/in/ravi-renduchintala-481799a7/

Quality Engineer

Quality-focused professional with extensive expertise in chemical synthesis, chromatography separations, and engineering quality improvements. Proven track record in leading continuous improvement initiatives, conducting thorough investigations, and optimizing processes, resulting in substantial cost savings. Adept at managing hazardous materials, fostering a culture of safety, and holding key roles in both quality and production, driving efficiency and innovation across diverse chemical applications.

Key Skills

Chemical Synthesis and Process Improvement Chromatography Separations and Column Chemistry Quality Management and Compliance (ISO 9001:2015) Failure Investigation and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) Continuous Improvement and Kaizen Hazardous Chemical Handling and Safety Leadership and Team Management Technical Training and Mentoring Surface Modifications and Polymerizations SOP Development and Documentation

Cost Savings and Process Scaling Microsoft Office Suites Dozuki Software Safety Committee Member

Professional Experience

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Sunnyvale, CA September 2021 - September 2023

Staff Quality Engineer (Chemistry)

Led and oversaw quality assurance initiatives, ensured adherence to regulatory standards, and drove continuous improvement in product quality to uphold the company's commitment to excellence in scientific instrumentation and laboratory solutions.

●Performed Quality investigations such as CAPA Investigations, RCA, Non Conformity (NC), Deviations and risk assessments.

●Conducted PFMEA on leading products resulting in >95% (First Pass Yields) resulting in savings.

●Conducted Kaizen activities and performed Value Stream Mapping identifying opportunities for improvement.

●Improved Quality Management System (QMS) utilizing familiarity with ISO 9001:2015 requirements gained through 5 years of experience as an Internal Auditor.

●Fixed internal issues upstream to satisfy customer requirements and customer compliance.

●Oversaw the management of NC Materials resulting in the reduction of Scrap and rework.

●Handled external customer complaints.

Thermo Fisher Scientific Inc., Sunnyvale, CA February 2008 - August 2021

Senior Staff Scientist (Production)

Led and oversaw the development and optimization of production processes, ensuring the efficient and high-quality manufacturing of scientific instruments and equipment, while also collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive innovation and continuous improvement.

●Performed Aqueous based Chemical Synthesis: Emulsion polymerizations and Latex synthesis for application to stationary phases and separation science.

●Executed Surface modifications/Polymerizations on Porous and Nonporous resin and silica-based media for application to chromatographic separations.

●Successfully leveraged expertise in surfactants, encompassing both anionic and cationic variants, to drive advancements in latex material syntheses and formulations, resulting in enhanced product performance and cost-efficiency.

●Demonstrated exceptional leadership skills by effectively managing and mentoring a team, adeptly resolving complex issues in real-time, and implementing technical training programs that significantly boosted productivity and quality within the Chemical Production Lab, while maintaining meticulous documentation standards.

●Written SOPs mentored and coached Junior Staff in the chemical synthesis processes.

●Improved existing procedures and documentations in collaboration with the Quality, PPI (Practical Process Improvements), R&D, and Operations departments.

●Brought over 6 million dollars of savings by improving and scaling up chemical synthesis processes.

●Led the operations for establishment of the chemical synthesis lab and relevant equipment.

Education

Post Doctoral

Chemical Sciences-Applications, Stanford Research Institute (SRI) International, Menlo Park, California

2002 Awarded Post Doctoral fellowship by SRI International.

Worked in cutting edge acid-base chemistry applications.

Synthesised aqueous based and water soluble polymers.

Developed formulations and polymeric surface coatings for imaging applications.

Awarded both US and International Patents.

Ph.D.

Chemistry, Indian Institute of Chemical Technology (IICT), Hyderabad, India

Synthesis of Biologically Active Compounds.

Single step and Multi-Step Organic Synthesis and analysis of compounds.

Published three research publications in Prestigious International Journals.

Presented findings at conferences and seminars both domestically and internationally.

Accomplishments

Qualification in GATE (Graduate Aptitude Test: Engineering-Science), IIT, New Delhi, India

5 year scholarship awarded by CSIR (Council of Scientific and Industrial Research-India)

Stereo controlled synthesis of Taxol CD rings. Ravi Renduchintala et al Tetrahedron Lett.

1994, 35, 3621.

First and stereo controlled approach to Taxol Ravi Renduchintala et al, Tetrahedron Lett.

1994, 35, 3617.

A novel approach on taxane. Ravi Renduchintala, Tetrahedron Lett. 1991, 32, 2629.

US Patent 6,936,316 Titled “Inkjet Recording Medium with An Opaque & Semi opaque layer.

US Patent 6,596,805, Titled “Aqueous fast–dryable resin composition and its production.

European patent EP1158031A1 Titled: Aqueous fast-drying resin composition and its.

Japanese patent JP2001329182A2 Titled: Water Based quick drying resin composition.

Keith Price Consulting Certification in Quality Training.

Keith Price Consulting Certification as Internal Auditor.

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