PROFESSIONAL PROFILE

SHARAN MALLINATH HOOGAR

Email: snot4o@r.postjobfree.com ; Phone: 607-***-****

Highly analytical, resourceful and focused Industrial Engineer with ability to work in a cross functional team environment. Proven ability to independently undertake projects to ensure enhancement of processes at an organization, with a dedication to learn and help contribute towards organizational growth. Lean Six-Sigma Black Belt with a strong hold over DOE, SPC, Quality tools and data analysis techniques.

PROFESIONAL EXPERIENCE

Industrial Engineer, UnitedHealth Care, Indianapolis, IN (September 2011 to Present)

Performing time and motion studies and analyzing variation between and within analysts, processors and processes

Collecting historical data and performing statistical analysis in order to streamline processes

Creating value stream maps, workflow diagrams and SIPOC diagrams to understand the process and identify bottlenecks involved

Process Engineer, Co-Op, R&D (May 2010 to September 2011)

Speedline Technologies, Inc. Franklin MA, United States

• Research and conduct in-depth analysis for Stencil Printing machines (MPM) manufactured by Speedline Technologies, Inc. for operations in PCB assembly

• Develop & understand SMT processes using statistical tools, DOE’s, DMAIC, etc. and suggest improvements for customer specific projects

• Quality evaluation (uBGA’s, CSP’s, QFN’s) of the process output using latest paste inspection machines (AOI) available and statistical process control (SPC) techniques (control charts, six- sigma analysis, Cp & Cpk analysis)

• Used FMEA technique to study and make improvements to the current process

• Programming and operation of MPM printers and AOI’s(KOHYOUNG, CYBEROPTICS,PARMI) editing CAD and Gerber data

• Basic level experience with operation and thermal profiling of reflow ovens

• Basic operation and programming of CAMALOT dispensers

• Generating detailed reports of process improvements and experiments conducted

• Experience working on new product introduction(cavity printing, vibrating squeegee,etc)

• Working in cross functional groups to achieve the best results for the project

• Testing current and new releases of software and troubleshoot related issues

Research Analyst (January 2008 to July 2009)

Directi, Bombay (Mumbai), India

• Researched and analyzed behavioral data of internet traffic and identified trends

• Optimizing Monetized content on domain names based on the analysis performed so as to enhance revenue for publisher portfolios making several thousand dollars a month

• Consistently monitored large domain name portfolios as per customer feedback and satisfaction and prepared detailed reports

• Trained and mentored new colleagues

• Handled customer portfolio account and maintaining optimum Quality/ROI levels

EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION

MS in Industrial and Systems Engineering August 2009 to December 2011 (Expected)

State University of New York at Binghamton, United States (GPA: 3.4/4.0)

Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering December 2007

University of Bombay (Mumbai), India

SKILL SET

1. Technical Tools: AutoCAD, Pro E, Arena 10.0 (Simulation), ExpertFit, SAS

2. Computer Skills: Visual Basic, C, C++, Microsoft Office 2007 (Microsoft Excel, Word, PowerPoint), MS Visio, Timerpro, Minitab, SAS JMP, MS Acess

CERTIFICATIONS

Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Thayer school of engineering at Dartmouth, 2010

Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Thayer school of engineering at Dartmouth, 2011

Dispenser Programming and Operation Speedline technologies, Inc.

ENGINEERING PROJECTS

Analyze effects of various parameters on Paste deposition in the Electronics Manufacturing Industry-Binghamton University, NY

• Variety of parameters like the print pressure, print speed, paste type, aperture type, stencil technology, stencil thickness and squeegee type

• Used multivariate data analysis techniques such as ANOVA and regression analysis for in depth statistical analysis

• Determination of optimal combination of parameters for best possible print volume (KPI)

An academic project which involved usage of real world data (Courtesy: Speedline technologies) to analyze the factors affecting the print quality in an effort towards improving print quality.

Software Used: Microsoft Excel 2007, Microsoft PowerPoint 2007, MINITAB, SAS 9.1.

Optimum number of servers based on the waiting time at the Coffee Kiosk on college campus-

Binghamton University, NY

• Goal to minimize waiting times in queues for customers by analyzing arrival and service times

• Data collected using time and motion study techniques and employee/customer surveys

• Simulation of the scenario using ARENA 12.0 to mimic the actual process

• Presenting alternative scenarios with improved service times and reduced overall operating costs

• Achieved a waiting time reduction by 78%

An academic project conducted to reduce waiting times in real life scenarios.

Software Used: MINITAB, ARENA, Expert fit, Microsoft Excel 2007, Microsoft Word 2007, Microsoft PowerPoint 2007.

Design and Fabrication of Electrical Two Wheeler-Undergraduate Project, University of Mumbai, India (A final year Mechanical Engineering project)

• Design and modeling

• Cost estimation and selection of parts

• Fabrication of the vehicle

• Assembly and testing

• Successful demonstration

ACADEMIC ACHIEVEMENTS

Manuscripts

• Hoogar, S., Mohanty, R., Santos, D., Iyer, R (2010) “Evaluation of Nano-coated Stencil for Ultra Fine Pitch Component Assembly”, Surface Mount Technology Association, CA, October 2010. (to be published April 2011)

• Poster presentation (1st Position)- “ Effect of nano-coated stencil on ultra-fine pitch printing", IMAPS symposium and expo, Boxboro, MA, May 2011

EXTRACURRICULAR ACTIVITIES

• Reading Books (Academic and Non academic)

• Sports (Represented and lead the Cricket team at Undergraduate level, Corporate level and played professionally for two independent clubs; Achieved Best Batsman of the year Award in Engineering Sports event; Won the singles Badminton competition, Runner up award in intra college volleyball)

• Currently playing professional cricket for the Massachusetts State Cricket League (MSCL)

• Listening to Music (All types except heavy metal rock)

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