Pooja Kadam

Experience

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  Team Taurus, VIT

  Apr 2017 - May 2019

  Lead, Engine and Transmission Department

  • Managed a team of 5 students to design and manufacture the transmission system of go-kart by selecting robust material, conducting FEA analysis and ensuring efficient operations. • Implemented a unique design approach focused on achieving optimal acceleration, using lightweight yet robust components, considering safety and improving cost efficiency by ₹40,000. • Spearheaded the design and development of the transmission system for the team’s go-kart, winning the ‘Best Design’ Award at a prestigious competition. Show less

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  Mercedes-Benz India

  Jul 2019 - Dec 2019

  Project Trainee

  • Automated the process of manual checking of expired chemical products, impacting the safety of the vehicles and 30 operators, streamlining operations and saving 2 man-hours daily. • Increased Door Assembly line efficiency by 5% by conducting time study, eliminating bottlenecks via root-cause analysis and identifying non-value added time. Additionally, optimised station layout, resulting in a 12% enhancement. • Prepared a manual of 100+ parts of the vehicle in English and Marathi languages, helping the operators gain a better understanding of their daily work and improving the operator efficiency. Show less

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  Michelin

  Dec 2020 - now

  • Assistant Manager - Designer/Analyst of Cured Tire

    Jul 2023 - now

  • Product Analyst

    Dec 2020 - Jun 2023