Manoj Kumar Vennelaganti

About Manoj Kumar Vennelaganti

Currently pursuing Masters in Science in Industrial Engineering at University of…

Experience

1. Manufacturing Engineer

   Mestex

   Aug 2024 — Present · TX, US

   Improved plant capacity by 20% by implementing Lean-focused manufacturing upgrades acrossproduction cells.• Reduced operational costs by 10% through optimized resource allocation and equipment utilization.• Developed and maintained detailed SOPs, work instructions, and process flow diagrams, ensuring 100% compliance with internal Quality Assurance standards.• Resolved recurring mechanical issues, resulting in a 25% reduction in machinery downtime and smoother production flow.• Led root cause analysis on high-scrap areas, reducing scrap rates by 18% through corrective and preventive actions.• Designed and deployed custom tooling and fixtures, improving product consistency and reducing cycle time by 15%.• Conducted comprehensive safety audits, maintaining full OSHA (Occupational Safety and Health Administration) compliance and a zero-incident record.• Reviewed and modified material specifications, contributing to a 12% reduction in material waste.• Collaborated with design, quality, and production teams to validate new processes and support Design for Manufacturing and Assembly (DFMA) integration.• Utilized CAD and FEA tools (AutoCAD, SolidWorks, ANSYS) to assist in design validation and failure mode simulations.

Education

• The University of Texas at Arlington

  Master's degree, Industrial Engineering

• Jawaharlal Nehru Technological University

  Bachelor of Technology, Mechanical Engineering