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Montague, Mi, Us

United States

Montague, Michigan, United States

Galesburg, Michigan, United States

• Conducted time study, developed current state VSM & presented future state VSM with layout optimization• After extensive research, recommended the implementation of Heijunka for accurate levelling of production by volume • Developed a simulation model with the optimized layout and levelled production using ProModel software

Lansing, Michigan, United States

• Recommended new cell layout reducing travel time for materials movement by 33%• Assisted in developing TPM charts and performing Root Cause analysis (RCA) of the bottleneck equipment.• Conducted time study, formulated current state VSM and presented streamlined future state VSM • Proposed the use of crane system for transport of hull ensuring better worker safety thus abiding with OSHA rules• Developed a simulation model with optimized cell layout and new crane system… Show more • Recommended new cell layout reducing travel time for materials movement by 33%• Assisted in developing TPM charts and performing Root Cause analysis (RCA) of the bottleneck equipment.• Conducted time study, formulated current state VSM and presented streamlined future state VSM • Proposed the use of crane system for transport of hull ensuring better worker safety thus abiding with OSHA rules• Developed a simulation model with optimized cell layout and new crane system using ProModel software Show less

Benton Harbor, Michigan Area

• Collaborated with the project champion and incorporated a digital dashboard which defines output to be generated based on worker schedule and customer demand (Takt time)• Developed current state VSM & presented team with a future state VSM by improvising on cycle time & idle time• Assisted in development of cellular layout for equipment to be in the sequence of usage. • Implemented One-piece Flow (small batch) with drastic reduction in WIP to achieve true JIT (just in… Show more • Collaborated with the project champion and incorporated a digital dashboard which defines output to be generated based on worker schedule and customer demand (Takt time)• Developed current state VSM & presented team with a future state VSM by improvising on cycle time & idle time• Assisted in development of cellular layout for equipment to be in the sequence of usage. • Implemented One-piece Flow (small batch) with drastic reduction in WIP to achieve true JIT (just in time)• Amplified the production output from 100 per week to 220 per week for Gen 1 products and production ramp up of 75 per week for Gen 2 products in addition to reduction in defects from 23% to 12% Show less

Mumbai Area, India

• Supervised more than 25 workers daily and assigned tasks for manufacturing operations, while conducting time studies• Led 5S and Kaizen events in major production lines and also optimized cell layout to improve production efficiency• Boosted process efficiency by conducting PFMEA and reduced RPN ranging from 5% to 50% respectively• Devised a database to calculate OEE for newly launched projects, thereafter, identified and resolved bottlenecks in system• Drafted Accident… Show more • Supervised more than 25 workers daily and assigned tasks for manufacturing operations, while conducting time studies• Led 5S and Kaizen events in major production lines and also optimized cell layout to improve production efficiency• Boosted process efficiency by conducting PFMEA and reduced RPN ranging from 5% to 50% respectively• Devised a database to calculate OEE for newly launched projects, thereafter, identified and resolved bottlenecks in system• Drafted Accident prevention program (APP) for safety and implemented Kanban for smooth functioning of the process lines• Eliminated human inspection error by implementing Automation on a testing machine for duct sheets, saving $550 per week • Critically examined and maintained KPI dashboard to plan operations and exceed project goals Show less

• Assisted in implementing SLP (Systematic Layout planning) for the tool room to increase accessibility • Created 5S standard documents & audit sheets, updated 5S system and trained the workers for 5S and lean • Devised a digital dashboard to analyze inventory levels to generate reports for purchasing of parts• Prepared SOP, work instructions and One-point lessons (OPL) for all machines and production lines throughout the factory• Designed and maintained a system for tracking… Show more • Assisted in implementing SLP (Systematic Layout planning) for the tool room to increase accessibility • Created 5S standard documents & audit sheets, updated 5S system and trained the workers for 5S and lean • Devised a digital dashboard to analyze inventory levels to generate reports for purchasing of parts• Prepared SOP, work instructions and One-point lessons (OPL) for all machines and production lines throughout the factory• Designed and maintained a system for tracking the life and usage of tools throughout the production system Show less

Master'S Degree, Industrial Engineering

Master Of Business Administration - Mba

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering

Activities and Societies: Arsya Aero Club, SAE India