VIREN PATEL

adk1ke@r.postjobfree.com 682-***-**** www.linkedin.com/in/virenpatel94 Florence, KY

EDUCATION

M.S. in Industrial Engineering, The University of Texas at Arlington, USA May 2020 B.E. in Mechanical Engineering, University of Mumbai, India May 2016 SKILLS

Quality & Improvement Tools: DMAIC, PDCA, Statistical Process Control (SPC), Kaizen, Ishikawa Diagram

Lean Tools: Value Stream Mapping (VSM), 5S, 8D, Kanban, Poka-yoke, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), TPM, CAPA, RCCM, FMEA, DFMEA, PFMEA

Software: SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Tableau, SQL, Microsoft Office, Excel, PowerPoint, Windward 5.0 ERP, WMS

Knowledge: ISO 9000/9001/14000/16949, PPAP, APQP, Statistics, Simulation, Operations, Data Analysis, Data Visualization, Lean Manufacturing, Project Management, Warehouse Management, ERP/MRP

Interpersonal Skills : Writing, Communication, Decision Making, Critical Thinking, Detail Oriented, Teamwork WORK EXPERIENCE

Process Improvement Co-op, Ravi’s Import Warehouse, Dallas, TX, USA Jan 2020 - May 2020

Implemented ABC analysis for inventory categorization and identified problems using root cause analysis (RCA)

Assisted in resolving inventory control problems by implementing 5S and Poka-Yoke in the warehouse

Monitored and reported changes like inventory accuracy, inventory turnover, space utilization and cycle time

Reduced the order processing time by 4% using lean tools such as 5-why & VSM

Developed and maintained standard operating procedures (SOP)

Analyzed and forecasted future seasonal market needs using Windward 5.0 ERP Quality Engineer, Kanal Enterprises, Mumbai, India Dec 2016 - Dec 2017

Proposed FIFO by implementing color labeling systems to improve stock rotation & eliminate obsolete inventory

Monitoring current processes and applied lean concepts such as VSM, 5S & Kaizen in compliance with statistical analysis as well as execute time studies to eliminate non value added work & improve efficiency and productivity

Cost Reduction of 7% by preparing weekly & monthly KPI reports and cross functionally provided recommendations for new metrics for optimization

Proposed alternate solutions of warehouse layout using AutoCAD increasing space utilization by 9%

Reported monthly reject rate (PPM) and quality issues to the Quality Manager PROJECTS

Evaluation of Clutch Assembly using DMAIC Nov 2019

Implemented multiple Six Sigma tools like SIPOC model, Fishbone diagram, Pareto Diagram & 5S for Root Cause Analysis (RCA) of defects

Execution of DMAIC methodology for problem solving and continuous improvement

Reduced the rejection rate of clutches from 7% to 3% Facility Planning for Photovoltaic Panel Production Facility using Simulation April 2019

Prepared a flowchart to understand the processes and relationships for the production of silicon wafers

Developed an analytical simulation model based on specifications of WITNESS using the 40-20-40 methodology

Created different models with different data values and compared them for reliability with the base model

Prepared a cost estimate for machine cost, labour cost and overall product cost

Validation, modification & documentation of the model to achieve maximum efficiency for PV production facility and generated a technical report using the 12 step simulation approach Design a Forward Pick Area April 2019

Applied 80-20 rule and identified the fast moving items

Prepared a CAD layout of the forward pick area using AutoCAD by collaborative & cross functional effort of the team

Conducted research and improved the performance of warehouse by proposing material handling equipment, better labour management and increasing space utilization by 6%

Proposed strategic policies with managers to improve safety and ergonomics for placement of SKUs in efficient location for better practice of workplace organization

Reduced the operational support cost by 5%

CERTIFICATIONS & ACCOMPLISHMENTS

Tableau Essential Training Certification

Six Sigma Green Belt Certification (CSSGB)