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Work History
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Certification
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Affan Thazhe Thoolayil

Bridge Water

Summary

Mechanical engineering graduate with master's degree in manufacturing engineering management. Proven track record of optimizing production processes, reducing costs, and enhancing product quality. Skilled in project management, supply chain, and cross-functional collaboration. Proficient in using cutting-edge engineering software and tools. Committed to driving continuous improvement in manufacturing operations for increased productivity and efficiency.

Overview

5
5
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

CHEMICAL PROCESS & PROPOSAL ENGINEER

Emvees Waste Water Treatment
, dubai
2023.02 - 2024.01
  • Planning, data collection, documentation, analysis of wastewater samples to assess water quality and composition
    results.
  • Overseeing laboratory work, chemical analysis and operation of equipment related to wastewater treatment.
  • Collaborated with project manager in effluent water project design, and construction phase.
  • Advised wastewater assessment with plant operators and mechanical technicians.
  • Obtained regulatory permits and reviewed crossing, easement, and encroachment agreements through communication with environmental board.
  • Calculated design measurements and analysed engineering data to chemical dosages and treatment.
  • Followed safety protocols and procedures to reduce land & water accidents due to chemical spills.

QUALITY ENGINEER

Anns Steel Fabrication LLC
Dubai
2020.02 - 2023.02
  • Supervised and inspected work of 50+ team members per shift, ensuring 100% compliance with quality and safety standards.
  • Provided engineering support to production departments, driving 15% improvement in operational efficiency through regular site inspections and updates to SOPs, BKMs, and work instructions.
  • Investigated and supported material inventory initiatives, reducing material waste by 10% and improving resource utilization.
  • Collaborated cross-functionally to deliver projects 20% faster while maintaining strict adherence to budget constraints.
  • Reviewed and created CAD designs, plans, and reports, ensuring 100% compliance with project specifications and industry standards.
  • Ensured compliance with ISO9001, ISO14001, ISO3834, and OHSAS requirements, supporting audits with zero non-conformances reported.
  • Led continuous improvement initiatives using Lean tools such as Value Stream Mapping, A3s, Line Balancing, Kanban, WIP Control, and 5S, achieving 25% reduction in process waste and 30% increase in efficiency.
  • Monitored quality progress on-site and compiled reports using Six Sigma DMAIC methodology, identifying improvements that reduced defects by 20%.
  • Analyzed and resolved non conformances, implementing control plans that minimized recurrence by 30%, and managed rework processes effectively.
  • Mentored junior team members, increasing their productivity and technical competency by 15% through structured training and support.
  • Supported development and deployment of QA/QC arrangements across organization, enhancing overall quality performance by 20%.
  • Contributed to planned inspection witness and hold points as per Inspection and Test Plans (ITP), Quality Plans, and Follow-Up Documents (FUDs), achieving 100% on-time completion.
  • Worked with lead engineer to escalate and resolve critical issues, implementing corrective actions that improved project timelines by 10%.

OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN ENGINEER

Mint Super Bazar
INDIA, INDIA
2019.06 - 2020.01
  • Identified and mitigated supply chain risks, reducing operational disruptions by 20% through diversification of supplier networks and robust risk management strategies.
  • Built and maintained supplier relationships, negotiating contracts that improved cost efficiency by 15% while ensuring consistent delivery of high quality goods.
  • Optimized inventory management processes, minimizing carrying costs by 18% and reducing stock outs by 25% to meet production demand effectively.
  • Coordinated transportation, warehousing, and distribution, improving delivery timelines by 30% and enhancing customer satisfaction.
  • Collaborated with marketing and finance teams to forecast product demand with 95% accuracy, aligning supply chain operations with business goals.
  • Achieved 10% cost savings by streamlining procurement processes and optimizing resource allocation across supply chain.
  • Ensured compliance with food safety and quality standards, maintaining 100% adherence to local and national regulatory requirements..
  • Partnered with Production, Fulfillment, and Quality Assurance teams to align supply chain activities with operational goals, improving overall efficiency by 20%.
  • Tracked and reported KPIs on fruit and vegetable availability, freshness, and quality, achieving improvement of 15% in product freshness metrics.

Education

Master of Science - Manufacturing Management

University of Hertfordshire
Hatfield, DNC
/2021 - /2022

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

TKM College of Engineering
Kerala
/2015 - /2019

Skills

  • Excellent verbal and written communication – paper publications, writing and reviewing complex technical design documentation, test protocols and tendering
  • Great team player with a strong work ethic and a demonstrable determination to produce high-quality results with proven records of collaborated project completion and target attainment
  • Experienced in mentoring junior engineers, technicians and apprentices on equipment operation, safety, and maintenance
  • Planning and managing operations in shift including scheduling of plant shutdowns and start-ups, and resources procurement with inter-department communication and negotiation with supplier
  • Self-driven and goes over complex challenges under ambiguous situation with quick response
  • Hardware - Design and execution of different Pneumatic and Hydraulic circuits,PLC and interfacing with pneumatic and hydraulic systems, 3D printing using SolidWorks
  • Programming Skills - C
  • Maintenance – Preventive, corrective and predictive maintenance of heavy industry machines using CMM, SCADA monitoring ERP interface (SAP) and engineering drawings,, Gantt chart
  • Manufacturing process planning, design and implementation using lean principles, continuous improvement, 5s, KPI', six sigma and QMS adhering to ISO standards for industry 40
  • Root cause analysis using PPS, 5 whys, fishbone and Pareto analysis and interpretation of data
  • Engineering tools – AutoCAD, SolidWorks, Catia (CAD), ANSYS, ABAQUS (FEA and FEMA), Odoo (System modelling), Granta Edupack (material selection), MATLAB, Microsoft Excel, PowerPoint, Word, Siemens, spaceclaim, Teamcenter
  • Industrial safety trained for emergency response, fire & safety, dangerous, semi-dangerous, confined space and working at heights with hazard identification and risk analysis (COSHH)

Accomplishments

  • Best Kaizen Award (DEC,2020): Achieved 40% capacity improvement through process optimization.(ASF LLC - Dubai)

Certification

  • SIX SIGMA (BLACK BELT). -SAP ERP ESSENTIAL TRAINING - SAP MM.
  • NEBOSH : International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (in progress)
  • NDT LEVEL II (RT, UT, PT, ET, VT, MT) : TRINITY NDT WELDSOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED (in progress)
  • ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor (Quality Management System) (in progres)
  • MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST (NASBA) / ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION

Timeline

CHEMICAL PROCESS & PROPOSAL ENGINEER

Emvees Waste Water Treatment
2023.02 - 2024.01

QUALITY ENGINEER

Anns Steel Fabrication LLC
2020.02 - 2023.02

OPERATIONS AND SUPPLY CHAIN ENGINEER

Mint Super Bazar
2019.06 - 2020.01
  • SIX SIGMA (BLACK BELT). -SAP ERP ESSENTIAL TRAINING - SAP MM.
  • NEBOSH : International General Certificate in Occupational Health and Safety (in progress)
  • NDT LEVEL II (RT, UT, PT, ET, VT, MT) : TRINITY NDT WELDSOLUTIONS PRIVATE LIMITED (in progress)
  • ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor (Quality Management System) (in progres)
  • MICROSOFT OFFICE SPECIALIST (NASBA) / ROBOTIC PROCESS AUTOMATION

Master of Science - Manufacturing Management

University of Hertfordshire
/2021 - /2022

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

TKM College of Engineering
/2015 - /2019
Affan Thazhe Thoolayil