Ajay Alva Karinka
cleveland,OH
Summary
Dynamic engineer with more than three years of industrial experience in manufacturing, quality assurance, and warehouse management, complemented by a master's degree in mechanical engineering. Proficient in optimizing processes to enhance efficiency, meet customer demands, and uphold rigorous production quality standards. Demonstrated ability to implement innovative solutions that drive operational improvements and contribute to organizational success. Committed to leveraging technical expertise and analytical skills to support continuous improvement initiatives within a fast-paced environment.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Warehouse Supervisor
Chemical Solvents Inc.
12.2023 - Current
- Supervised day-to-day operations in a chemical warehouse handling hazardous and non-hazardous materials, ensuring strict adherence to OSHA, EPA, and DOT regulations.
- Managed a team of 10 warehouse staff, including training on chemical handling procedures, safety protocols, and PPE usage.
- Utilized Datacor ERP to track inventory levels, manage batch and lot numbers, and ensure real-time accuracy in shipping and receiving processes.
- Coordinated with production, procurement, and logistics teams to ensure on-time delivery of chemical raw materials and finished goods.
- Maintained MSDS/SDS records and ensured proper labeling and segregation of materials as per GHS guidelines.
- Maintain a clean work environment.
- Ensure compliance with DOT, OSHA, and company safety policies and procedures.
- All other duties as assigned by the manager.
freelancer
Data-Entry
02.2023 - 11.2023
- Input data from various sources into computer databases or spreadsheets.
- Maintain data accuracy through regular quality checks and corrections.
- Use data entry software, spreadsheets, and databases effectively.
Teaching Assistance
Cleveland State University
08.2022 - 12.2022
- Worked as TA for Applied Thermodynamics and Heat Transfer courses.
- Provided guidance, and assistance, and set up lab instruments.
- Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives.
- Helped students in the courses.
Manufacturing Engineer
Samruddhi Gaskets
01.2020 - 07.2021
- Collaborated with engineering and production teams to improve productivity and product quality.
- Designed, tested, and upgraded systems to enhance efficiency.
- Provided shop floor support or training to employees.
- Implemented lean tools (e.g., Kanban, 5S, Visual Management Systems).
Education
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Cleveland State University
Cleveland, OH12.2022
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University
India07.2019
Skills
- Experienced in SolidWorks design
- MATLAB programming
- Experienced with Microsoft Office applications
- Supply Chain Management
- Project execution management
- 5S methodology implementation
- Continuous improvement methodology
- CNC machine programming
- Quality inspection
- Process documentation
- Efficiency in manufacturing processes
- Supply chain oversight
- Regulatory understanding of DOT standards
- Familiarity with OSHA regulations
- ERP implementation experience
- Return goods
- Product quality evaluation
- Hazardous materials handling
- Collaboration across diverse teams
Certification
- Eliminating waste by 5S methodology.
- 5S system implementation.
- Basic Lean Six Sigma.
- The seven basic quality improvement tools.
- The manufacturing operations: planning, management, and control.
- Warehouse management in logistics and supply chain.
- Basics of warehouse management.
Timeline
Warehouse Supervisor
Chemical Solvents Inc.
12.2023 - Current
freelancer
Data-Entry
02.2023 - 11.2023
Teaching Assistance
Cleveland State University
08.2022 - 12.2022
Manufacturing Engineer
Samruddhi Gaskets
01.2020 - 07.2021
Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Cleveland State University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Visvesvaraya Technological University
Projects
- Optimized chemical warehouse layout using 5S and Lean, reducing material retrieval time by 30% and freeing up 15% storage capacity.
- Implemented a Return Goods Authorization (RGA) workflow, cutting credit issuance delays by 40% and improving customer satisfaction scores.
- Assistanced in standardizing SOPs for chemical handling and production, lowering safety incidents by 15% and improving training efficiency.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with R&D, Production, and Sales teams to develop new chemical blends, generating $25M in new business revenue.
- Reduced annual inventory carrying costs by $500K through improved cycle counting, demand planning, and supplier coordination.
- Did the 5S implementation project in small scale industry which helped to reduce the raw material wastage by 53%.
- Awarded Best Paper at 7th National Conference on “Topical Transcend in Mechanical Technology” (2019).
- National Champion in Go-Kart competition (SPKC Sieger Pro Karting Championship, 2018).
Similar Profiles
Angelina GalipoAngelina Galipo
Assembly Line Production Worker at Chemical SolventsAssembly Line Production Worker at Chemical Solvents
Mairady DempseyMairady Dempsey
Office Director at Parker Solvents CompanyOffice Director at Parker Solvents Company
Andrew DominguezAndrew Dominguez
Chemical Handler at Valley solvents and chemicalsChemical Handler at Valley solvents and chemicals
Hanean ShehadehHanean Shehadeh
Stable Manager at Self-employeedStable Manager at Self-employeed
Douglas StumpflDouglas Stumpfl
Regional Sales Manager at Weh Technologies, Inc.Regional Sales Manager at Weh Technologies, Inc.