Narendra Kumar Vakkapati
Northridge,CA
Summary
Proven leader in supply chain and production management, with a track record of enhancing operational efficiency and quality assurance at Hyundai Motors. Expert in 3D modeling and analytical problem resolution, I excel in driving team performance and implementing Six Sigma and Kaizen methodologies to achieve over 20% improvement in production processes.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Logistics Intern
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited,
Hyderabad, Telanagana
05.2023 - 07.2023
- Managed inventory and optimized storage for warehouse efficiency.
- Supported team in analyzing logistics data to enhance route planning.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to optimize supply chain coordination.
Quality and Supply Chain Analayst
Ford India
Hyderabad, Telanagana
12.2018 - 12.2022
- Managed quality assurance processes to ensure adherence to industry standards and minimize product defects.
- Streamlined inventory processes through collaboration with production teams to enhance lead times and maintain on-time delivery. Utilized data analysis tools to monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and provide actionable insights to improve both supply chain efficiency and product quality.
- Provided actionable insights to enhance supply chain efficiency and product quality.
Production Supervisor
Hyundai motors india limited
Hyderabad, Telangana
02.2016 - 12.2018
- I started at Hyundai, India as a Production Assistant, assisting in production scheduling, monitoring assembly line operations, and conducting quality checks. I coordinated with inventory and supply chain teams to ensure material availability and helped implement safety protocols.
- Promoted to Production Supervisor, I managed a team of over 20 employees, optimized production processes, and applied Lean Manufacturing principles, like 5S and Kaizen.
- I led root cause analysis to reduce defects and downtime, while collaborating with maintenance teams to minimize equipment issues. I also trained new employees and tracked key performance indicators to report on production performance.
CAD Intern
Texmo Industries
Guntur, Andhra Pradesh
05.2015 - 08.2015
- Utilized SolidWorks, AutoCAD, and CATIA for creating detailed 3D models.
- Supported engineering drawings, GD&T, and FEA to enhance design efficiency.
- Developed CAD models based on physical components through analysis.
Education
Master of Science - Engineering Management
California State University, Northridge
Northridge, CA05-2024
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Bapatla Engineering College
Bapatla04-2016
Skills
- Six Sigma Practices
- Warehouse Management
- Pricing
- Freight negotiation
- Distribution management
- Accurate Demand Projections
- 3D Modeling Expertise
- Precision in GD&T Practices
- Inventory Management
- Operational Efficiency Improvement
- Production Scheduling Expertise
- 5S and Kaizen Methodologies
- Analytical Problem Resolution
- Quality Assurance Management
- Performance Metric Tracking
- Supplier Partnership Development
- Data Analysis Expertise
- Tax Compliance Expertise
- Client Communication
- Team Leadership
Certification
- Six Sigma Green Belt (ASQ or IASSC) – Enhances process improvement, defect reduction, and quality management skills. (LinkedIn Learning)
- Project Management Professional (PMP) – PMI – Improves project management, leadership, and execution capabilities. (in progress)
- Quality Engineer (CQE) – ASQ – Enhances expertise in quality control, auditing, and regulatory compliance. (in Progress )
Timeline
Logistics Intern
Bharat Heavy Electricals Limited,
05.2023 - 07.2023
Quality and Supply Chain Analayst
Ford India
12.2018 - 12.2022
Production Supervisor
Hyundai motors india limited
02.2016 - 12.2018
CAD Intern
Texmo Industries
05.2015 - 08.2015
Master of Science - Engineering Management
California State University, Northridge
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Bapatla Engineering College
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