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Aditya Sudhir Mukhedkar

Belleville,MI

Summary

Dynamic management professional with a strong track record in leading multinational project teams and driving process improvement initiatives that enhance organizational performance. Recognized for exceptional collaboration with cross-functional teams and consistently exceeding performance benchmarks. Expertise in analyzing complex problems using foundational engineering principles, resulting in innovative solutions and technological breakthroughs. Customer-focused Quality Assurance Manager with extensive experience in conducting internal audits and accurately forecasting market demands to optimize supply chain efficiency.

Overview

11
years of professional experience
3
Certification

Work History

CEVA Logistics
Romulus, USA

Regional Quality Manager- US East & Canada
12.2020 - Current

Job overview

  • Ensured compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, ISO 13485, TS 16949 at 70 distribution centers.
  • Developed automated tool for QMS compliance as per ISO 9001, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001, and established standardized auditing criteria scalable for 967 Facilities worldwide.
  • Improved the QMS deliverable performance to 94 % FY 2022, and 2023 resulting in effective system deployment for CAPA, Documentation, and records and training management.
  • Implemented EMS for NORTAM (US, MEXICO, CANADA) resulting in sustainable energy initiatives saving 5.2 M USD/ year.
  • Achieved 100 % QMS Compliance for High volume sortation center leading to Global ISO 9001 certification.
  • Achieved 2X Global IATA certification for distribution Hub in the US-East region (Atlanta).

Techno-Pro Solutions Inc
Pompton Plains, USA

Engineering Manager-Quality Validation
07.2020 - 12.2020

Job overview

  • Providing engineering and technical support services to TPSI’s internal projects as well as Biopharma customers to supplement their staff in supporting projects and ongoing operations
  • Leading group of 8 Engineers
  • Successfully implemented cGMP, GDP, EHS, QRM, AATB, Project Management Criticality and Risk assessment, Change controls, CFR Part-11 for Big 5 Pharma companies
  • Preparation of FDA CFR Part -11 FDA complaint SOPs, PMOs, WOs, SWIs, URS, Identification of Prerequisites for unit operations, using tracking tools such as Key Issue Schedule (KIS) for documenting Key Issues, associated risks, actions, discussion, and decision
  • Execution of equipment Commissioning, Calibration, Qualification, and Validation of laboratory, manufacturing, and Packaging areas for 2 Pharma companies

Katerra Inc
Scottsdale, USA

Supplier Quality Engineer-Operations
11.2017 - 07.2020

Job overview

  • Spearheaded the development of product quality standards across the company’s manufacturing partners and facilities
  • Proficient in ASTM, IAPMO, UL, and CSA regulations and ability to interact with regulatory agencies and peers with self-confidence, poise, and professionalism
  • Expert in Supplier Quality Management, Poka-Yoke (error proofing), product testing, lean and 5s implementation, and JIT (Just in time) logistics model
  • Audited 54 suppliers as per ISO 9001 & ISO 14001, EHS, PSI framework suggesting improvements as per GMP
  • Swiftly addressed and resolved 36 supplier-related issues by 8-D problem solving / CAPA within 6.5 days
  • Developed Rework plan, including SOP / WI for 800 toilets, and 40000 light bulbs saving USD 5M in liability costs with a focus on safe work practices, and achieved 6 Sigma process capability by simulating the entire operations
  • Developed Supplier Quality procedures across the company and supply base partners, resulting in a defect rate reduction of 1.2% from 10%
  • Led the development of a Scratch-resistant Bathtub saving rework costs by USD 5M/annually
  • Recognized as “Best in class quality” for benchmarking product standards for 16 product categories to introduce 8 new products by validating conformance by FMEA, DOE, SPC, and APQP
  • Enhanced the Supplier performance by using CAPA methodology resulting in zero defect performance
  • Qualified 5000+ products as per ASTM, UL, ASME, and IAPMO product standards and listed for sale on online platforms
  • Developed 22 product qualification protocols,100 % compliant with regulatory and statutory standards

Bar-s Foods Co
Clinton, USA

Plant Industrial Engineer, Global Operations Plant Leader (Sigma-USA)
03.2017 - 11.2017

Job overview

  • Directed all planning and evaluation of key cost operational metrics to ensure optimized production, maintenance, and quality
  • Performed simulation models to generate the most profitable product mix, TPM for the maintenance shop, and TQM across 11 production lines
  • Developed and tracked 15 operational KPIS resulting in a decrease in manufacturing overheads from 0.15 USD/lb
  • To 0.12 USD/lb
  • Developed and tracked OEE for 11 manufacturing operations leading to continuous improvement achieving an 8 % increase in productivity, a 13 % reduction in downtime, and USD 250K in savings
  • Automated data reporting for FDA Audits, preventative maintenance schedule for 18 operations achieving cost savings of 185 K USD
  • Achieved a 99.96% level of Inventory cycle count accuracy by implementing control procedures and tracking inventory by implementing advanced stochastic optimization models

Kenco Whirlpool Integrated Network
Wilmer, USA

Industrial Engineering Intern
06.2016 - 08.2016

Job overview

  • Diligently identified opportunities to improve processes through continuous evaluation of capacity, bottlenecks and utilizing metric/measurement data to create improvement plans
  • Championed a 12% improvement in time standards by collecting cycle time data on warehouse distribution processes (Time Study)
  • Secured a 20% reduction in cycle time and a 33% spike in productivity by performing time studies and documenting and revalidating the Standard operating procedures to calculate the standard time for door reversal for whirlpool refrigerators and dryers resulting in annual savings of USD 176K

Eaton Corporation
Pune, IN

Key Account Manager- OEM Sales
07.2013 - 01.2015

Job overview

  • Strategically mapped operations and production to support new product development activity
  • Added 5 new OEM customers to the hydraulics group increasing revenue by 2.5 M USD/ Yr
  • Key Account Management for A-rated OEM with sales worth 5.2 M USD/ Yr
  • Launched 23-12 cc Gear pump for Export tractor products

Education

University of Texas
Arlington, TX

Master of Science from Industrial Engineering
12-2016

University Overview

ABET Accredited

  • 3.8 GPA

Pune University
Pune, IN-MH

Bachelor of Engineering from Mechanical Engineering
08-2013

University Overview

  • 4.0 GPA

Skills

  • Operational excellence
  • ISO standards
  • Project Management
  • Corrective action planning
  • Strategic planning
  • Teamwork and collaboration
  • Effective communication
  • Inventory Management
  • Safety Hazard Management
  • Supplier Relationship Management
  • Strategic Issue Resolution
  • Documentation control
  • Supplier quality management
  • Six sigma methodologies

Certification

  • OSHA General Certification
  • Six Sigma Black Belt-ASQ
  • Certified Quality Engineer, ASQ - CQE 99504
  • ISO TS16949
  • Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (CLSSGB)-IISE
  • Certified ISO Lead Auditor-ASQ
  • Certified COPQ Analyst-ASQ
  • Certified 8-D Practitioner-ASQ

Personal Information

Title: REGIONAL QUALITY MANAGER

Awardsrecognition

  • E-Star Certification
  • Best Coordination with Cross-Functional Teams
  • JCB Award, maintaining 100% OTD
  • John Deere Leveraging Supplier Domain Recognition

Accomplishments

  • Received 3 promotions to multinational manager in 2021, 2022, 2023.

Languages

English
Native/ Bilingual

References

References available upon request.

Timeline

Regional Quality Manager- US East & Canada

CEVA Logistics
12.2020 - Current

Engineering Manager-Quality Validation

Techno-Pro Solutions Inc
07.2020 - 12.2020

Supplier Quality Engineer-Operations

Katerra Inc
11.2017 - 07.2020

Plant Industrial Engineer, Global Operations Plant Leader (Sigma-USA)

Bar-s Foods Co
03.2017 - 11.2017

Industrial Engineering Intern

Kenco Whirlpool Integrated Network
06.2016 - 08.2016

Key Account Manager- OEM Sales

Eaton Corporation
07.2013 - 01.2015

University of Texas

Master of Science from Industrial Engineering

Pune University

Bachelor of Engineering from Mechanical Engineering
Aditya Sudhir Mukhedkar