Venkata Raghava Asesh Giduturu
Farmington Hills,MI
Summary
General Assembly Feasibility Lead with 14+ years in manufacturing engineering, driving $770K annual savings via lean kaizen. Expert in DFMA, process mapping, PFMEA, and vertical integration for make/buy alignment. Proven leader coordinating cross-functional teams to meet design-to-manufacturing requirements and optimize CapEx. Offers strategic direction, issue resolution, and launch support to ensure manufacturing feasibility and KPI management.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Project Manager
Caresoft Global Technologies
Livonia, MI
06.2024 - Current
- Currently supporting logistics automation at Stellantis Jefferson North Assembly Plant, focusing on AMR and AFT implementation strategy, fleet sizing, material flow optimization, and cost analysis for smart factory deployment.
- Supported Dongfeng Motor Corporation in developing the General Assembly “unbox” process, evaluating a modular vehicle delivery and assembly concept akin to Tesla’s unboxed manufacturing approach, with emphasis on station sequencing and assembly feasibility under high-throughput production constraints.
- Conducted line balancing analysis for Transys seat assembly operations supporting Rivian, optimizing manpower and station workloads to increase throughput from 17 JPH to 21 JPH while assessing the impact of transitioning from a two-shift to a single-shift production schedule.
- Executed cross-OEM benchmarking of battery tray welding processes (Stellantis vs Volkswagen vs Hyundai Motor Company), identifying approximately 64% weld reduction potential through design and process improvements.
- Performed Discrete Event Simulation (DES) studies for Rivian R2 programs across Body, Paint, and General Assembly, aiding production planning, throughput analysis, and battery/drive unit integration.
- Conducted benchmarking studies for Toyota Motor Corporation focusing on joint stiffness, torque retention/loss, and fastener performance optimization.
- Led manufacturing development and layout execution for Stellantis RAM EV pilot builds, supporting manufacturing feasibility, plant layout optimization, and launch readiness.
Lead Industrial Engineer
Stellantis (via The Productivity Team)
Warren & Sterling Heights, MI
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Directed cross-functional General Assembly launch for STLA Frame electric vehicles (Wagoneer WS, Ram DT) from design phase through start of production, ensuring manufacturing feasibility and readiness.
- Validated 2D/3D layouts using Navisworks, Teamcenter to confirm tooling and bill of process compliance with design for manufacturing and assembly standards.
- Delivered Process Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (PFMEA) assessments and mitigation plans during vehicle development and Initial Vehicle Engineering Release builds.
- Led virtual design reviews and collaborated closely with Global Manufacturing Engineering, Product Engineering, Ergonomics, and Quality teams to align product design with manufacturing requirements.
- Supported issue tracking and escalation via problem resolution tracking systems, ensuring adherence to global assembly strategies and driving issue closure.
- Coordinated internal manufacturing customers with product teams through effective communication and alignment meetings to drive design to manufacturing requirement fulfillment.
- Contributed to development of design to manufacturing proposals optimizing capital expenditure and supported plant loading studies for launch readiness.
- Managed compliance to feasibility study requirements in plant environment and participated in change management meetings to align product process and tooling.
- Provided regular updates and reports on General Assembly KPIs to management, supporting transparency and informed decision-making.
- Traveled to assembly plants to support Work Process Improvement and launch activities, ensuring smooth production ramp-up.
Sr. Launch Industrial Engineer
Stellantis (via ROI LLC)
Warren, MI
01.2019 - 07.2022
- Managed full Jeep Wagoneer General Assembly launch, coordinating product and process compliance through detailed manufacturing planning studies aligned with GA manufacturing processes and tooling requirements.
- Applied Lean Six Sigma principles to lead kaizen workshops that eliminated waste, increased value-added work, and reduced line imbalance, achieving $770K in annual savings via lean manufacturing and ergonomic optimizations.
- Developed detailed man-assignments (Standard Operating Sequences/Standard Work Instructions) using 3D Shingling, ergonomic analysis, and current model comparisons to optimize operator tasks and ensure compliance with Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) principles.
- Assessed station rate capability and automatic line stop risks to enhance throughput, reduce downtime, and ensure launch readiness, supporting plant loading studies and general assembly key performance indicators (KPIs) management.
- Rebalanced Ram DS chassis line from 68 to 40 jobs per hour, reducing over 20 operators per shift while meeting budget targets and supporting vertical integration for make/buy alignment.
AME Feasibility Specialist
FCA US LLC
Auburn Hills, MI
01.2017 - 01.2019
- Delivered comprehensive feasibility studies and conducted manufacturing requirement compliance checks under the Global Vehicle Development Process for Ram 1500, HD, and Wagoneer programs.
- Reviewed product designs early to assess Design for Assembly and Design for Manufacturing feasibility, ensuring alignment with manufacturing engineering readiness on a global scale.
- Planned tooling buyoff activities to support manufacturing launch and compliance with product design specifications.
Launch Industrial Engineer
FCA US LLC
Sterling Heights, MI
09.2015 - 01.2017
- Increased Chrysler 200 Trim Shop productivity by 8% through detailed process flow redesign, enhancing manufacturing engineering efficiency.
- Led lean manufacturing implementation for General Assembly during Ram 1500 launch, driving product to design to manufacturing requirements.
- Coordinated with product engineering and plant operations to align tooling and carriers for launch readiness.
- Applied Design for Manufacturing and Assembly principles to optimize assembly processes and support feasibility in plant environment.
- Supported change management meetings to ensure process and tooling alignment, contributing to successful launch activities.
Launch Industrial Engineer
GAC/FCA (via Advantage Technology Services)
Changsha, China
05.2015 - 09.2015
- Conducted detailed time studies and ergonomic assessments to align Jeep Cherokee launch processes with global manufacturing standards.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to support General Assembly manufacturing feasibility and ensure design for manufacturing and assembly (DFMA) compliance.
- Contributed to process optimization by analyzing manufacturing workflows and supporting plant operations integration.
Plant Industrial Engineer
FCA (via Advantage Technology Services)
Belvidere, IL
10.2012 - 05.2015
- Reduced body shop inspection headcount by 5 per shift through targeted process optimization, enhancing labor efficiency.
- Led kaizen events that cut $660K from Toe-in operations and eliminated 18 operators per shift in Trim & Paint, driving significant cost savings and workforce optimization.
- Applied lean manufacturing principles across departments to improve cost control, labor productivity, and space utilization.
Process Engineer
Julian Electric Inc.
Westmont, IL
03.2012 - 10.2012
- Designed production cells and implemented Kanban systems, improving floor space utilization by 10% and enhancing material flow efficiency.
- Supported Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), Advanced Product Quality Planning (APQP), and Statistical Process Control (SPC) activities to resolve quality issues and ensure compliance with customer and industry standards.
Education
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
Bradley University
Peoria, IL01-2011
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Andhra University
Visakhapatnam, India01-2009
Skills
- DFMA (Design for Manufacturing and Assembly)
- PFMEA
- Simulation & Time Analysis
- Teamcenter
- Vismockup
- Flexsim
- MTM-UAS
- Modapts
- EST
- Autocad
- Lean Manufacturing & Launch
- Gantt Charts
- Yamazumi
- Kaizen
Accomplishments
- Awarded "FCA Industrial Engineer Award" in 2014 for 24 operator reductions in Trim.
- Recognized for outstanding “Passion” performance in association with UAW locals 1268 and 1761 in year 2015.
Timeline
Project Manager
Caresoft Global Technologies
06.2024 - Current
Lead Industrial Engineer
Stellantis (via The Productivity Team)
08.2022 - 06.2024
Sr. Launch Industrial Engineer
Stellantis (via ROI LLC)
01.2019 - 07.2022
AME Feasibility Specialist
FCA US LLC
01.2017 - 01.2019
Launch Industrial Engineer
FCA US LLC
09.2015 - 01.2017
Launch Industrial Engineer
GAC/FCA (via Advantage Technology Services)
05.2015 - 09.2015
Plant Industrial Engineer
FCA (via Advantage Technology Services)
10.2012 - 05.2015
Process Engineer
Julian Electric Inc.
03.2012 - 10.2012
Master of Science - Industrial Engineering
Bradley University
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
Andhra University