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SUMAIYA BENTA NASIR

Grand Rapids

Summary

Expert in Lean methodologies and continuous improvement strategies within the garment industry, with hands-on experience in drilling, lathes, milling, welding, and rapid prototyping. Proficient in AutoCAD, CATIA, and SolidWorks for product design and assembly modeling, with a strong focus on DFx methods to enhance manufacturability and mitigate risks. Experienced in instructing students and supporting lead teachers, effectively reinforcing lesson information and preparing educational materials. Collaborative team player skilled in coordinating with educators to implement lesson plans and activities efficiently.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience

Work History

Teaching Assistant

Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids
08.2022 - 12.2024
  • Designed and updated a gas gun lab experiment.
  • Evaluated student reports for Engineering Measurement and Data Analysis.
  • Guided students in metal fabrication (drilling, lathes, milling, grinding, welding).

Instructor, Industrial Engineering

BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT)
Dhaka
02.2013 - 02.2018
  • Trained professionals and mentored students in industrial engineering.
  • Implemented continuous improvement projects in garment manufacturing.
  • Developed curriculum and enhanced laboratory facilities.

Mechanical Engineer

Zicom Equipment Pte Ltd (ZEPL)
Dhaka
06.2012 - 08.2012
  • Developed SOPs for sewing operations in garment production, resulting in a 10% reduction in daily hiring costs.
  • Redesigned and implemented the plant layout in the finishing section using SolidWorks, significantly reducing waiting times.
  • Engaged in troubleshooting using 5-Why and Root Cause Analysis to identify and resolve printing defects.
  • Assisted in tooling design, leading to a 2% reduction in production time.

Education

Master of Science (M.S.E.) - Product Design and Manufacturing Engineering

Grand Valley State University
Grand Rapids, Michigan, USA
04.2025

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Industrial and Production Engineering

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET)
Dhaka, Bangladesh
03.2012

Skills

  • SolidWorks and AutoCAD
  • CATIA and Moldflow
  • ANSYS Workbench and STAR-CCM
  • Data analysis with JMP and Minitab
  • MATLAB programming
  • Microsoft Office proficiency
  • Python and C programming
  • PLC and CNC programming
  • CNC operations
  • Machining techniques
  • Welding and grinding
  • 3D printing technologies

Projects

Gun Design for Lab Experiment, Project Leader, GVSU, Led a team in designing a gas gun for precision testing, using SolidWorks, CFD, DFA, and FMEA, with 3D printing and milling for prototyping. Risk Assessments and Hazard Elimination, ZEPL, Identified and mitigated printing machine defects using 8D, 5-Why, PDCA, and CAPA methodologies. SOP Development for Pocket Sewing, BUFT-Columbia Garments Ltd., Measured operation time, calculated standard time, and implemented KPI monitoring. MecLab Machine Automation using PLC, GVSU, Programmed automation in RSLogix 5000, designed HMI screens, and developed an alarm system for quality defect monitoring.

Timeline

Teaching Assistant

Grand Valley State University
08.2022 - 12.2024

Instructor, Industrial Engineering

BGMEA University of Fashion & Technology (BUFT)
02.2013 - 02.2018

Mechanical Engineer

Zicom Equipment Pte Ltd (ZEPL)
06.2012 - 08.2012

Master of Science (M.S.E.) - Product Design and Manufacturing Engineering

Grand Valley State University

Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Industrial and Production Engineering

Bangladesh University of Engineering and Technology (BUET)
SUMAIYA BENTA NASIR