Manas Karnik

About Manas Karnik

CARESOFT GLOBAL INC benefits from contributions as an Industrial Engineer focused on process optimization and efficient system implementation. The role emphasizes leveraging expertise in industrial design, logistics management, and simulations to improve operational performance in diverse industrial settings. With a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from Western Michigan University and a Bachelor\'s degree in Mechanical Engineering from Thakur College of Engineering and Technology, academic achievements complement practical experience in engineering and management roles. Dedicated to providing innovative solutions to complex challenges, aiming to enhance efficiency and productivity.

Experience

1. Industrial Engineer

   Caresoft Global

   Mar 2023 — Present

   Performed Time & Motion Studies to identify VA/NVA tasks; improved efficiency using Basic MOST and Kaizen; created OMS and optimized line balancing and manpower using Cycle Time calculations for the Metal Finish Area at Pierce Manufacturing (Appleton, WI).• Supported new product introductions, validated processes, created SOPs, and drafted new production layouts; provided logistics data and part specifications to resolve rework-line issues using Modis & TeamCenter; performed equipment audits at CNH (Fargo, ND).• Improved warehouse operations by optimizing receiving, sorting, storage, and shipping processes, Designed Rack Layouts using AutoCAD; led wall-to-wall audit and ERP migration to achieve 99% inventory accuracy; completed As-Is and To-Be manpower analysis to boost productivity at ASRaymond (Maumee, OH).• Applied VSM to analyze current/future state processes; reduced assembly-line bottlenecks using MUDA & MURI analysis; improved productivity, ergonomics, and Safety Risk Assessment using tools such as REBA/RULA & PFMEA on the Samsung Battery Line at BorgWarner (MI).• Led Kaizen and quality improvement initiatives achieving 10% defect reduction and 15% fewer recurring changeover issues using Man-Machine Charts & RCA; optimized manpower and removed bottlenecks using Lean Six Sigma on the Mercedes Line at Webasto Roofing (KY).• Optimized material handling by designing Tugger Train routes and implementing mother–daughter carts using JIT; reduced material handling and NVA activities through Kanban, quick-win improvements and negotiated supplier terms achieving 10% cost reduction at BorgWarner (IL).• Optimized Rivian seat manufacturing processes by removing bottlenecks using Lean methods; developed AutoCAD layouts to maximize floorspace and resource utilization and assisted in Capacity Planning at Hyundai Transys (Champaign, IL).

Education

• Western Michigan University

  Master of Science in Industrial Engineering, Industrial Engineering

  2021 — 2022

• Thakur College Of Engineering and Technology

  Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

• Western Michigan University

  Master of Science, Entrepreneurship/Entrepreneurial Studies

• Thakur College Of Engineering and Technology

  Bachelor of Engineering - BE, Mechanical Engineering

  2016 — 2020