Objective: To obtain a full-time position in a dynamic and challenging work environment where I can utilize my expertise in manufacturing, operations & quality engineering.
Education:
M.S. Mechanical Engineering (GPA: 3.43/4.0) Michigan Technological University Houghton, MI
(April 2008)
Relevant Courses: Lean Manufacturing, Advanced Machining Processes, Introduction to Finite Element Methods, Design of Experiments, Introduction to Partial Differential Equations, I.C. Engines, Dynamic Measurement & Signal Processing, Advanced Fluid Mechanics
Bachelor of Production Engineering (US Equivalent 3.8 GPA) University of Pune, Pune, India
(August 2005)
Work Experience:
Cummins Inc. (Rocky Mount Engine Plant, Whitakers NC) Jan 08 - Present
Manufacturing Engineer
- Successfully Implemented Tool Change Frequency Program on C-Blockline
- Working on projects to improve Tool Life on the C & B Engine Block lines
- Managed & trained Tooling Technicians on various tooling related projects & improvements.
- Tackling day to day production line & machining issues to make sure daily production goal is met
- Prepare & update FMEA’s for the C-Blockline machines
- Completed Six Sigma Training
- Completed Six Sigma Project to improve the gauging process and reduce gauging cycle times,
- Team member on Six Sigma projects to improve 8mm Tap Life, project increased tap life from 2500
hits to 12000 hits.
- Introducing Lean Manufacturing principles on the C-Blockline and training Operators on Standardized
Work Procedures
- Exhibited excellent troubleshooting and problem solving skills through six sigma methodology resulting
in huge Operational cost and warranty avoidance savings for the organization.
- Demonstrated applied knowledge of six sigma tools like MSA, FTA, DoE, ANOVA and SPC.
- Maintain all the machining features on C-Blockline to a Cpk of above 1.33
- Analyse SPC charts and determine root cause for shifts in process & take necessary steps to repair
the process
- Provide data and work with maintenance to repair machines & adjustment to make the process stable
& capable
- Train Operators and Tooling Technicians on A3 thinking and root cause analysis
- Working on AutoCAD 2006 for designing new Tools and updating them in the Tool Management
System
- Work with Tooling Vendors & suppliers for better tool designs or any issue with their existing tool.
Harley-Davidson Motor Company Inc. (Tomahawk, WI) May 07 - Jan 08
Manufacturing/Industrial Engineer Co-Op
- Contributed to the conception and design of material handling system for 2009 parts
- Worked on designing Flexible Material handling system for future model changes
- Time study and analysis using spreadsheet and ‘EASE’ (Time Motion Study Software)
- Injection Mold ROBOTS, Windshield, Side Car manufacturing and assembly
- Worked on plant layout change using LEAN MANUFACTURING tools
- Worked on addressing Quality and Packaging issues
- Tested prototype Packaging for Saddle Bags and Tour Paks
- Worked on one piece flow project for Injection Mold area
- Eliminated non value added steps in packing and made process guides
- Completed training in Design FMEA, Process FMEA, PPAP
Bharat Forge Limited (Pune, India) June 04 – April 05
Project Engineer Trainee
- Designed and executed projects pertaining to material handling systems and improving
Overall efficiency and output of production
- Conducted a detailed study of all departments and existent working methodologies
Project Experience:
Cummins Inc.
Project Manager June 08 – June 09
C-Blockline machine 3592 Tool Monitoring & Component Traceability Pilot MES project
- Had to submit a justification report with financial documents & benefits to Corporate for this $ 0.3
Million Project
- Project successfully completed in the end of first quarter of 2009.
- Reduction in Non Conforming Material from 8% to 0.41% within 2 quarters
- 30% reduction in unscheduled machine downtime
- Capital plan to expand the project on the entire C-Blockline.
Machine 3588 Gaging Cycle Time Reduction (Six Si...
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