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Sharon Keerthana Bira

Edwardsville, Illinois,IL

Summary

Results-driven analyst specializing in quality analytics and process improvement. Expertise in statistical analysis and collaboration has driven waste reduction and enhanced operational efficiency in manufacturing. Skilled in quality assurance and lean manufacturing, consistently identifying defects and improving processes to enable data-driven decision-making.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience
3
3
Certifications

Work History

Manufacturing & Quality Analytics Project

Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
Edwardsville, Illinois
02.2025 - 12.2025
  • Applied statistical analysis and visualization tools to support data-driven quality decisions.
  • Conducted analysis of process and quality data to identify defects and improvement opportunities.
  • Collaborated with team to propose process improvements that enhanced alignment with manufacturing best practices.

Desk Manager

Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
edwardsville, Illinois
04.2024 - 12.2025

• Use Excel and Office 365 for reporting, data management, and logistics coordination.
• Handle check-in/check-out processes for 300+ residents efficiently.
• Manage inventory tracking and stock replenishment for residential operations.
• Resolve resident issues with professionalism and effective communication.
Internship Trainee

Quality & Lean Process Improvement – Electronics /

Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
Edwardsville, Illinois
04.2024 - 05.2024
  • Reorganized Electrical & Electronics laboratory using Lean manufacturing principles to improve operational flow.
  • Optimized workspace layout for machines and tools, improving accessibility and reducing setup time.
  • Standardized workflows and procedures to ensure consistent quality and repeatability.
  • Identified inefficiencies through process mapping and root cause analysis, leading to significant waste reduction.
  • Aligned lab organization with inspection readiness, fostering a quality-focused culture.

Internship Trainee

Rastriya Ispat Nigam Limited
Visakhapatnam, Andhra Pradesh
02.2023 - 03.2023

• Gained hands-on experience in CNC programming and automated material handling systems.
• Completed project on metal block cutting using CNC code.
• Gained end-to-end exposure to steel manufacturing processes from raw materials to final delivery
• Analyzed production bottlenecks and suggested solutions to reduce downtime.

Education

Master of Science - Industrial Engineering

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville
Edwardsville, IL
12-2025

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Andhra University College of Engineering
Visakhapatnam
05-2023

Skills

  • Statistical analysis and modeling
  • Quality assurance and process improvement
  • Lean manufacturing techniques
  • Project leadership
  • Communication effectiveness
  • Collaborative teamwork
  • Problem resolution
  • Calmness in high-pressure situations

Portfolio

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capstone project
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Lean Project in ECE lab
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Quality improvement of Salad Bar at cafeteria
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Internship project

Certification

Mechanical Components Drafting with AutoCAD – APSSDC SkillAP

Timeline

Manufacturing & Quality Analytics Project

Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
02.2025 - 12.2025

Desk Manager

Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
04.2024 - 12.2025

Quality & Lean Process Improvement – Electronics /

Southern Illinois University Edwarsville
04.2024 - 05.2024

Internship Trainee

Rastriya Ispat Nigam Limited
02.2023 - 03.2023

Master of Science - Industrial Engineering

Southern Illinois University, Edwardsville

Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering

Andhra University College of Engineering
Sharon Keerthana Bira