• Responsible for quality assurance for 3 product lines for 2 global sites, by coordinating and driving resolution of quality issues identified at various stages in manufacturing with cross-functional involvement.• 41% YTD scrap$ per pcs machined reduced by implementing Process Control Kaizens and driving Corrective Actions across the value stream. • Team Leader for 2 Process Control Kaizens (PCK):- Trained site personnel on Process Flow Diagrams, PFMEA, and control plans to successfully complete the event.- Lead the team to map 6 machining processes, identify Process/Product Controls, and analyze risks associated with 274 process steps. - 70% reduction to high-Risk Priority Number processes by driving actions with cross-functional department support.- 6 Machining process Work instructions and Control Plans developed to reduce variation in the process for further SPC analysis. • Created a BOT to automate early detection of missing CMTR from suppliers to reduce supplier impact on document control FPY by 11%.

• 36% improvement in Supplier CMTR throughput by conducting Supplier data analysis document control first pass yield data. • Lead supplier audits for qualifications and compliance to Crane Global Standards and developed suppliers’ capabilities with Corrective Actions and supplier scorecard data.• Developed the quality plan, sampling plan for prototype testing, and RFID systems for 2 on-going Agile and Stage-Gate process-based NPD projects.

• Guided industrial professionals and students, in graduate and undergraduate Industrial Engineering courses.• Trained graduate students to perform Cost/Benefit Analysis, ROI, choose best alternative using Internal Rate of Return analysis(IRR) and financial planning• Responsible for making and grading examination Papers and assignments for undergraduate and graduate level Process Development courses.• Collaborating with the instructor in the preparation of the classroom material and exam.

Radio Frequency and Auto- Identification (RAID) Research Lab• Composing, formatting, and publishing journal research papers in various journals including ISCT Journal.• Patent: Tracking and Localization of Retained Foreign Objects during medical surgeries using RFID.• Performed RFID feasibility audits for companies and testing RFID equipment for applications like asset tracking and data gathering.

• Rs.7.8 Million Turnover by handling tooling and fixtures design projects using AutoCAD and NX CAD and training sites on CAD / CAM software.• Coordinated Continuous improvement projects for industries that have not allocated substantial resources.• Attained strong leadership skills by training and leading a cross-functional team to execute continuous improvement projects.• Lead resolution of Customer quality complaints from OEM’s (TVS, Wheels India, Hyundai) in a timely manner and delegated the team to conduct root causes analysis and implemented effective corrective and preventive actions

• Screening prospective business deals by analyzing market strategies, deal requirements, financials; evaluating options; resolving internal priorities; recommending equity investments.• Developed negotiating strategies and positions by studying the integration of new venture with company strategies and operations; examining risks and potentials; estimating partners' needs and goals.

• Identified process, sourcing, and contract improvement opportunities.• Settled commercial issues, learned Purchasing, Logistics cost control and procurement to pay (P2P) process.• Used ABC Cycle counting and increased Inventory Record Accuracy from 66.8% to 78% . • Prepared work order for production of Cables to support inventory requirements and ensure proper Scheduling.* Project: Prepared Portfolio Contract Analysis for the Procurement Department, Orbit Cables Pvt Ltd , India (Apr’13- Jul’13)Due to variable demand, a risk analysis was done on the possible contract opportunities for different raw materials. This will reduce risk by 50% and unexpected cost by 35%

• Improved advanced light helicopter manufacturing process by eliminating fuel tank mounting concerns using 7 QC Tools(pareto , Histograms , Flow Charts, Cause-Effect(Ishikawa) Diagrams, check sheets , scatter diagram and control charts) • Designed an ergonomic fixture for mounting the Auxiliary fuel tank to the airframe close to the CG.

• Worked at the Engine Division executing quality tools for overhauling DART 5333 under license from Rolls Royce.• Involved in the implementation of 5S activities and promoted occupational safety and health(OSHA) in shop floor.• Participated in Root cause analysis sessions and assisted in the identification of the root cause of failure and resolution of quality issues