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SHIBU VARGHESE

Crewe,Cheshire East

Summary

Experienced IT Professional with a strong background in Agile Project Management and Digital Transformation. Proven track record in leading agile teams, implementing cloud solutions, and driving efficiency in manufacturing and IT environments. Certified Scrum Master with exceptional interpersonal skills and expertise in Azure DevOps.

Overview

20
20
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work history

Manufacturing System Manager | Principal Engineer

Jabil Circuit Inc
Penang, Malaysia
08.2022 - 09.2023
  • Led Agile teams to successfully implement and manage enterprise-level IT applications, resulting in a 15% increase in operational efficiency.
  • Managed digital factory initiatives, integrating manufacturing applications with business systems (MES, ERP) through IIoT and Industry 4.0 tools.
  • Designed and implemented scalable .NET applications and Azure-based services, improving system integration and application performance.
  • Championed Agile methodologies across IT and manufacturing projects, fostering a culture of continuous improvement and innovation.
  • Led daily stand-up, project planning and sprint reviews to enable progress evaluation.
  • Improved project work flow by eliminating and managing unnecessary impediments.
  • Researched emerging technologies and DevOps tools to capitalise on industry advancements and optimise daily workflow.

Automation Manager | Scrum Master

Flex Penang Sdn Bhd
Penang, Malaysia
12.2009 - 08.2022
  • Directed Agile teams in developing MES solutions, reducing waste by 10% and enhancing product quality.
  • Spearheaded digital transformation projects, implementing ERP and MES systems using Agile and Lean Six Sigma methodologies, achieving a 20% increase in operational efficiency.
  • Managed cross-disciplinary teams to launch new manufacturing systems, incorporating cloud and Industry 4.0 technologies, resulting in a 20% improvement in efficiency.
  • Led software development projects using Agile practices, improving application performance and user satisfaction by 15%.
  • Handled negotiations with outside vendors and service agencies to meet group needs.
  • Designed and implemented training to further develop staff based on business goals.
  • Led daily stand-up, project planning and sprint reviews to enable progress evaluation.
  • Maintained robust CI/CD pipelines for improved delivery lifecycles.

Sr Technical Consultant

Agilent Technologies
Penang, Malaysia
01.2008 - 11.2009
  • Led the digital transformation of manufacturing processes, enhancing operational efficiency by 10%.
  • Managed migration projects from legacy systems to advanced solutions, improving system integration and project delivery times by 15%.
  • Established and maintained robust data centre infrastructure, increasing system reliability by 10%.
  • Troubleshot various incidents related to hardware, networks and software faults.
  • Scheduled upgrades and regular maintenance to maintain smooth workflow.
  • Tracked computer system and network performance to identify root causes of issues.
  • Coordinated regular data backups and maintained recovery standards to quickly bring back lost information.

Team Lead | Software Developer

Saras Information Technology
Cochin, India
09.2003 - 12.2007
  • Led software development teams in designing and deploying innovative solutions, improving operational efficiency.
  • Championed Agile methodologies, enhancing team productivity and project delivery timelines.
  • Developed and maintained web and desktop applications, resulting in significant improvements in performance and user satisfaction.

Education

Master of Business Administration -

Annamalai University
India
08/2013 - 04/2015

Master of Science - Computer Applications

Sikkim Manipal University
India
08/2003 - 04/2006

Higher National Diploma - Computer Engineering

Govt PolyTechnic
Perumbavoor/India
07/1996 - 04/1999

Skills

  • Project Management
  • Agile Methodologies
  • Digital Transformation
  • Cloud Computing
  • Manufacturing Systems Implementations & Integrations
  • Lean Six Sigma Methodology
  • Software Development
  • Azure DevOps
  • Interpersonal Skills

Certification

  • Project Management Professional (PMP®)
  • Certified Scrum Master (CSM®)
  • Certified Scrum Product Owner (CSPO®)
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
  • Generative AI Overview for Project Managers (PMI)

Timeline

Manufacturing System Manager | Principal Engineer

Jabil Circuit Inc
08.2022 - 09.2023

Automation Manager | Scrum Master

Flex Penang Sdn Bhd
12.2009 - 08.2022

Sr Technical Consultant

Agilent Technologies
01.2008 - 11.2009

Team Lead | Software Developer

Saras Information Technology
09.2003 - 12.2007

Master of Business Administration -

Annamalai University
08/2013 - 04/2015

Master of Science - Computer Applications

Sikkim Manipal University
08/2003 - 04/2006

Higher National Diploma - Computer Engineering

Govt PolyTechnic
07/1996 - 04/1999
SHIBU VARGHESE