Premkarun Chundru

About Premkarun Chundru

Crafting a Path to Excellence: With an illustrious career encompassing various roles at renowned OEMs and Tier-1 companies, I bring a demonstrated track record of excellence to the forefront. My expertise lies in effectively managing projects and providing cost-efficient solutions. Boasting over 8 years of mastery in automotive design, project management, and continual learning, I am your go-to partner for operational excellence. Mastering Lean Six Sigma: I am a Lean Six Sigma Black Belt certified professional, equipped with advanced problem-solving and optimization skills to drive superior outcomes. With a strong background in process optimization, I successfully achieved the optimal process time for patient visits during my internship at NASPAC. Data-Driven Decision-Making: My expertise lies in leveraging data to generate actionable insights that fuel strategic growth. Throughout my career, I have consistently demonstrated a knack for translating raw numbers into effective strategies, which in turn have led to exceptional results and achievements. My passion for transforming data into valuable insights has been a driving force behind my successful track record. Global Perspective: Having had the opportunity to work in diverse teams across various countries, I have developed a deep cross-cultural understanding that fosters innovation. Let\'s come together to overcome barriers and achieve success as one. Embracing Challenges: I thrive in dynamic, ever-evolving landscapes, and I am passionate about pushing the boundaries of what\'s achievable. Let\'s connect and embark on a journey to shape the future collaboratively!

Experience

1. Mechanical Engineer - Product Lifecycle Management

   Otis Elevator Co.

   Jul 2025 — Present

   In my role, I oversee the change implementation of mechanical and electro-mechanical components and procurement (dual sourcing) projects, contributing to annual cost savings.Supply Chain Collaboration: Working hand-in-hand with procurement, supplier quality, engineering, and manufacturing teams to implement innovative cost-cutting ideas and streamline sourcing from multiple suppliers.Product Change Management: Collaborating with regional and global supply chain teams to manage product changes effectively, ensuring smooth transitions and minimal disruptions.Change Implementation Strategies: Developing and executing change implementation strategies throughout the product lifecycle, driving continuous improvement.Quality Issue Resolution: Proactively identifying and addressing quality issues, collaborating closely with engineering and manufacturing teams to implement corrective actions. Identify critical requirements (KPCs- Key performance characteristics and SCs– Special Characteristics) to ensure proper supplier focus on critical production needs.Manufacturing Process Optimization: Supporting initiatives to optimize manufacturing processes, enhancing efficiency, productivity, and product quality.

Education

• Penn State University

  Master's degree

• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University, Kakinada

  Engineer's Degree

• Penn State Great Valley

  Lean Six Sigma Black Belt

• State Board of Technical Education and Training

  Diploma