Sivakrishna Nukala

About Sivakrishna Nukala

I’m a passionate Industrial Engineering graduate student with a strong foundation in…

Experience

1. Production Associate

   Walmart

   Sep 2025 — Present · Olathe, KS, US

   Inspect raw and packaged products to verify compliance with USDA, GMP, and company quality standards.•Review and maintain accurate production and quality documentation, including USDA nutritional labels, ensuring traceability and regulatory compliance.•Conduct root cause analysis (5 Whys, Fishbone Diagrams) on labeling, packaging, and process deviations; implement corrective actions such as product rework or repacking.•Monitor equipment performance and collect machine data, applying OEE metrics to identify process inefficiencies and support Kaizen based improvements.•Verify product integrity when metal is detected during inspection, determining whether the product is safe for use or must be rejected and disposed of per USDA and company protocols.•Perform quality checks on mother bags every 30 minutes, verifying pressure levels; release conforming product for delivery and direct nonconforming product to rework.•Enforce PPE and OSHA safety standards, perform poka yoke checks during sanitation audits, and escalate nonconformities to supervisors.•Collaborate with production teams to drive continuous improvement, work with the team on defect recognition, and support value stream initiatives to improve yield and reduce waste.