Chinta Balasubrahmanyam
Wales, United Kingdom,United Kingdom
Summary
A dedicated and accomplished Mechanical Engineer with over 6 years of progressive experience in product design, manufacturing processes, customer services & sales, and project management. Adept at leading cross-functional teams, managing budgets, and executing projects within defined constraints. Proven ability to troubleshoot complex problems, conduct root cause analyses, and implement innovative solutions. Passionate about continuous learning and seeking a challenging role in a dynamic organization that fosters professional growth and knowledge enhancement within a contemporary and economical business environment.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
8
8
years of post-secondary education
Work History
Customer Sales & Service advisor
Argos
Cardiff, United Kingdom
11.2023 - 05.2024
- Spearheaded customer engagements, consistently achieving the highest sales figures throughout the service period.
- Contributed 15-20% increase in in-store sales through effective promotion of insurance and care plans, combined with exceptional customer service and personalized guidance to meet individual needs.
- Enhanced customer service and satisfaction levels through expert guidance and tailored sales strategies.
Quality Mechanical Engineer/Supervisor
Maruti Suzuki India pvt ltd
Delhi, India
08.2017 - 09.2023
- Leveraged 6+ years of experience in Quality Control at Maruti Suzuki India, significantly enhancing operational efficiencies and customer satisfaction from 80% to 95%.
- Played a pivotal role in defect reduction, slashing defect rates by 30% through meticulous product inspections, advanced data analysis, and application of 6 Sigma and 7QC tools.
- Employed root cause and why-why analysis to implement effective countermeasures, preventing defect outflow and generation while monitoring trends to uplift overall product quality.
- Served as an ISO Coordinator, proficient in ISO documentation, system implementations, auditing, and adherence to Quality Standards.
- Orchestrated material planning and control initiatives, utilizing techniques like Kanban and Just-in-Time to eliminate production losses due to material shortages.
- Championed inventory management, developing an MS Excel-based tracking system that cut inventory costs by 30-40% and boosted profitability.
- Awarded "Best Kaizen Project" in the first year, acknowledging significant contributions to continuous improvement processes.
- A key contributor to safety and productivity enhancements in New Model Development through proactive involvement in material planning and control, trolley approval, standardization, and lot size review.
- Directed training programs as a Training Coordinator, enhancing the skill sets of new hires and current employees to foster individual and organizational growth.
- Supervised preventive maintenance of welding jigs, fixtures, and hemming dies, integrating data analysis to prevent recurring issues and enhance operational efficiency.
- Proficient in utilizing advanced measurement tools such as Seal Gap instruments, Laser Gauges, and CMM (Coordinate Measuring Machine).
Education
MSc Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Wales
Treforest, United Kingdom 09.2023 -
MBA - Operations Management
Indira Gandhi National Open University
India 01.2023 -
AMIE - Mechanical Engineering
Institution of Engineers India
India 02.2018 - 01.2022
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Andhra polytechnic
India 05.2014 - 05.2017
Metric - Science
Batchu foundation Municipal High school
India 05.2013 - 05.2014
Skills
Technical Skills
- CAD Software: AutoCAD, SolidWorks, and Arduino
- Programming: MATLAB, Python, FEA & CFD (ANSYS)
- Manufacturing Processes, Materials Science
- Thermodynamics, Mechanics, Fluid Dynamics
Project Management
- Project Planning and Scheduling
- Budget and resource management
- Professionalism and strong work ethics
- Risk Assessment and Mitigation
Analytical and Problem-Solving
- Troubleshooting and Diagnostics
- Quality Control: Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Root Cause Analysis
- Data Analysis and Interpretation
- Creative Problem-Solving Techniques
Communication Skills
- Technical Writing and Documentation
- Verbal Communication
- Presentation Skills
- Team Collaboration and Leadership
Interpersonal Skills
- Teamwork, Leadership, and Collaboration
- Time Management, and on-time delivery
- Quick learning ability, Adaptability, and Flexibility
- Extraordinary Patience level
Software Proficiency:
- MS Office Suite: Excel, Word, PowerPoint
- ERP Systems: SAP
- Diploma in Computer Applications
- Power BI tool
Accomplishments
- Best kaizen project (2018)
- KAIZEN Project: Continuous improvement in Material Handling and Layout in the development of New Product.
- Trolley Condition Enhancement: Analyzing the trolleys conditions for ease of Material handling, safety, and improvement of lot size and also trolley size thereby reducing the transportation time and fuel which finally saves the cost.
- Inventory management: Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets. Supervised a team of 15 staff members.
- New product development: Collaborated with teams of Research & Body development and Quality in the development of new products.
- Training certificate in the Automobile field (2016)
- Trekking Certificate
- Mandal 3rd in Talent test
- 1st prize in Quiz
- Other competitive Awards & IT certificates
Languages
English
Fluent
Telugu
Native
Hindi
Fluent
Tamil
Intermediate
Kannada
Intermediate
Timeline
Customer Sales & Service advisor
Argos
11.2023 - 05.2024
MSc Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
University of South Wales
09.2023 -
MBA - Operations Management
Indira Gandhi National Open University
01.2023 -
AMIE - Mechanical Engineering
Institution of Engineers India
02.2018 - 01.2022
Quality Mechanical Engineer/Supervisor
Maruti Suzuki India pvt ltd
08.2017 - 09.2023
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Andhra polytechnic
05.2014 - 05.2017
Metric - Science
Batchu foundation Municipal High school
05.2013 - 05.2014
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