Mechanical Engineering Continuous Improvement

Punam Kailas Patil

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EDUCATION

Master of Science in Industrial Engineering Clemson University 3.55GPA Aug 2023-May 2025 Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering Savitribai Phule Pune University CGPA-9.38 Jun 2019-May 2022 Diploma in Mechanical Engineering MSBTE, Mumbai 73.12% Aug 2016-May 2019 EXPERIENCE

ABB Continuous Improvement Intern Senatobia, MS Aug 2024 - Present

Utilized SAP to extract data and develop a Plan for Every Part, improving manufacturing processes, minimizing production downtime, and increasing monthly output.

Develop procedures SOPs/work instructions that ensure processes adhere to lean manufacturing standards.

Quick Kanban Implementation to cover 85% of backlog orders.

Evaluated strategies for ergonomic concerns and implemented effective resolutions to improve workplace conditions.

Utilizing lean manufacturing tools, including spaghetti diagrams and line balancing, to eliminate waste and improve operational efficiency.

ABB Lean Challenge Manufacturing Engineering Intern Senatobia, MS June 2024 – Aug 2024

Applied DMAIC principles to streamline support team processes to improve daily production target by 85%.

Collaborated closely with production personnel to enhance the 5S score from 15% to 70%, significantly boosting production performance and Kaizen.

Reduce headcounts from 19 to 18, accelerate PDP and daily Labor Efficiency, and make savings of $121K during LCH.

Represented ABB Senatobia in global lean challenge manufacturing competition in Mexico. Clemson University Graduate Research Assistant Clemson, SC Jan 2024 – April 2024

Researching logistical constraints in transmitting patient data to 3D printing labs, focusing on implementing digital thread technology to provide dental offices with real-time updates on dental product status, enhancing patient coordination and scheduling.

Cu-Built Engineers Pvt. Ltd. Manufacturing Engineer Pune, India July 2022 – July 2023

Independently prepared Bills of Quantities and procurement strategies, ensuring precise material estimation and compliance through APQP and PPAP methodologies.

Enhanced supplier relations and work order efficiency, streamlining raw material procurement with strategic inventory management for timely execution in problem-solving exercises.

Elevated quality metrics by 11% through root cause analysis, leveraging technical knowledge and the 5 Whys technique for significant process and quality improvements.

Managed supply chain operations and ensured timely project delivery by optimizing tracking and adhering to company standards.

A.K. Engineering Solution Graduate Plant Engineer Trainee Pune, India March 2022 – July 2022

Leveraged AutoCAD and Lean Manufacturing for enhanced project management and engineering precision, improving documentation and manufacturing operations.

Utilized Tableau for supplier evaluations, emphasizing Continuous Improvement and KPIs to elevate product quality and efficiency through cross-functional collaboration.

Optimized operations scheduling with operations research methodologies for better workflow management, demonstrating the ability to work independently and maintain high motivation.

Designed detailed BOMs and Gantt Charts, significantly improving project leadership, process improvement, and team-building skills, leading to a 120% increase in LinkedIn engagement. SKILLS

M.S. Excel, Microsoft Office, PowerPoint, AutoCAD, Lean Six Sigma, Kaizen, 5why, 5S, Continuous Improvement, Process Improvement, DMAIC, PFMEA, PPAP, APQP, PFEP, Control Plans, New Product Introduction (NPI), Project Management, Quality Control, Quality Management Systems, KPIs, RAC, GD&T, Leadership, Decision Making, Teamwork, interpersonal skills, cross- functional skills, communication skills.

PROJECT

Strategic Park Location Optimization for Asheville, NC

Developed Python-based optimization models to minimize the total demand-weighted distance between 190 parks and 77 population centers, enhancing park accessibility and equity.

Generated Pareto charts to illustrate the trade-off between accessibility and equity, supporting data-driven municipal decision- making.

Anti-Screwing Rotator

Improved circumferential welding precision and efficiency on similar cylindrical jobs with a novel Anti-Screwing Arrangement, securing the job in its initial position for uniform welds.

Applied principles of metrology and mechatronics, along with a Design of Experiments methodology, to optimize design and enhance outcome quality.

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