Aadesh Kadam
Raleigh, North Carolina, United States ******@****.*** 984-***-**** Linkedin
OBJECTIVE:
Highly motivated and detail-oriented master’s student in Engineering Management at NC State University, seeking a Summer 2025 supply chain internship to leverage academics, technical expertise, and proven experience in operations and process improvement. Eager to contribute to innovative solutions, optimize supply chain efficiencies, and support cross-functional teams to achieve strategic business goals. EDUCATION
North Carolina State University Raleigh, NC Aug 2024 - May 2026 Master of Science in Engineering Management
Mumbai University Mumbai, India Aug 2020 - Jun 2023 B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Overall rank 2 in Mechanical Engineering program GPA: 3.879/4.0 EXPERIENCE
Reliance Industries Limited Continuous Improvement Engineer Punjab, India Aug 2023 - Jul 2024
• Executed comprehensive operations and maintenance procedures for optimal performance levels across 8+ facilities, increasing system reliability while decreasing emergency repairs. Implemented LLF schedule, improving system reliability by 40%.
• Completed cross-functional training in utilities, HSEF, and procurement departments, utilizing the ERP system - SAP Preventative Maintenance, Operations Management, Supplier Management, and Industrial Safety to drive a 12% production efficiency increase.
• Developed and implemented TAKT analysis to enhance production line efficiency, reducing cycle time by 6% within six months using lean manufacturing principles and data-driven methodologies.
• Led a capstone project on mitigating the operating cost of an AFBC boiler. Implemented optimization strategies that increased manpower efficiency by 18% and minimized energy consumption by 23%. SS Filters Pvt Ltd. New Product Development Intern Mumbai, India Dec 2022 - Jan 2023
• Utilized CAD software like SolidWorks and AutoCAD to create detailed 3D models and 2D drawings of mechanical components and assemblies for five existing products.
• Collaborated with a 4-member project team on the bottom-up design and fabrication of a multifunctional work holding fixture, cutting downtime by 18%, alleviating labor costs by half, and enhancing workplace safety.
• Assisted in the design and optimization of mechanical components using machining processes and CNC technologies, resulting in a 20% reduction in production time over a period of 6 months.
• Assisted in developing 3+ specialized tooling solutions for precision manufacturing processes, increasing production efficiency by 10% using SolidWorks.
SKILLS
Manufacturing operations management, Process Improvement, TPM, SAP PM, Microsoft Office, Microsoft Power BI, Work order management, Problem-solving, Cost reduction and quality improvement, Mechanical Design, SolidWorks, Communication skills. CERTIFICATIONS
Six Sigma Green Belt (CSSGB) University System of Georgia
• The Six Sigma Green Belt certification course involved training in process improvement, problem-solving, and data-driven decision making through Six Sigma principles like DMAIC. It demonstrates and validates expertise in cost reduction, quality improvement, and effective project management through a dedicated capstone project. Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP) SOLIDWORKS
• The CSWP certification proves the ability to design and analyze complex parametric parts and moveable assemblies using a variety of complex features in the SOLIDWORKS software.
EXTRA-CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
SAEINDIA Collegiate Club Chairperson Jul 2021 - Apr 2023
• Re-established the club in the institute post covid, increasing club membership count by 65%.
• Coordinated 12+ seminars, webinars, and industrial visits annually, enhancing student engagement by 30% and fostering industry academia collaboration through partnerships with 10+ prominent organizations/individuals. Spark Racing Team Chassis Department head Sep 2021 - Mar 2023
• Directed the chassis department, leading the design, validation, and manufacturing of a space-frame chassis for a Formula Student electric car, aligning efforts with cross-functional teams in engineering, electronics, and manufacturing to ensure project completion within a 12- month timeline and under budget by 16%.
HONORS & ACTIVITIES
• Institute’s overall rank 2, B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering,
• Formula Bharat 2023 (Chassis Department Head), Formula Imperial 2022 (Chassis Department Head),
• Smart India Hackathon 2022: Finalist (team’s mechanical product design lead)
• Black Belt in Martial Arts (2016)