Devaneshwar Bala Krishnan

About Devaneshwar Bala Krishnan

Results-driven Industrial Engineer with hands-on experience driving manufacturing transformation, capacity expansion, and operational excellence across multi-site operations. I specialize in lean manufacturing, throughput improvement, NPI ramp-ups, and data-driven process optimization—turning complex shop-floor challenges into scalable, standardized solutions.Currently supporting large-scale manufacturing programs in collaboration with OEM clients, I’ve helped increase production output 8×, improve daily throughput by 150%+, and lead Global Gold Standard process rollouts across facilities. My work spans layout optimization, capacity planning, SOP/MBOM development, APQP execution, Kaizen leadership, and Industry 4.0 deployments, with a strong focus on safety, quality, and repeatability.Previously at FreshDirect, I led a cross-functional sustainability initiative to replace plastic packaging with FDA-compliant alternatives—delivering $280K in annual cost savings and eliminating 67+ tons of plastic, while maintaining strict quality and customer experience standards. I also developed KPIs and applied SPC, VSM, and time & motion studies to drive measurable performance gains.I’m a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt with strong analytical depth and practical execution skills, comfortable working from the factory floor to executive dashboards. My toolkit includes Minitab, Power BI, Python, SQL, GAMS, SAP ERP, and CAD/CAE platforms, enabling me to bridge engineering, operations, and data seamlessly.I’m motivated by continuous improvement, scalable systems, and real-world impact—and I thrive in environments where operational rigor, innovation, and customer focus intersect.

Experience

1. Industrial Engineer

   Onward Technologies Limited

   Jul 2024 — Present · Lexington, VA, US

   Boosted monthly production 8x from 6 to 50 units by eliminating bottlenecks and lean wastes to meet TAKT.Improved daily throughput by 152% in Chiller Copper ACR through layout optimization and 6S implementation.Executed capacity planning and labor routings, achieving 58% throughput improvement by unidirectional material handling.Supported Global Gold Standard rollout as a part of core focus team, enabling process replication across 3 plus sites.Executed NPi ramp-up with APQP framework, plant transition support, workstation design, and layout optimization.Developed SOP and MBOM for Data Center Chillers end-to-end, covering assembly, pressure test, EOLT, and packaging.Led Kaizen events for continuous improvement and supported production by resolving manufacturing issues.Identified and justified capital investment requirements using capacity planning and throughput analysis.Deployed Industry 4.0 digital kiosks integrating touchscreen work instructions and SAP warehouse systems.Improved warehouse flow and safety through FIFO implementation, SOP, and end-to-end material handling PFD

Education

• University at Buffalo

  Master of Science - MS, Industrial Engineering

• Anna University, Chennai

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering

  2018 — 2022