Tejas Kothawade

Experience

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  Vishwakarma Institute Of Technology

  Jun 2019 - Nov 2019

  Research Intern (ISRO LAB 4)

  Worked on a composite materials Boron + Grey cast iron, my role is to test its mechanical properties and analyze it with pure cast iron.

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  Production and Industrial Engineering Students Association , VIT Pune

  Sept 2019 - Jun 2020

  Socials Head
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  The Investment Forum,VIT Pune

  Sept 2019 - Jun 2020

  Analyst
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  IDOS Consultants LLP

  Mar 2022 - Nov 2023

  Successfully manage two concurrent projects, encompassing both greenfield and brownfield initiatives.Implement Lean and WCM tools to optimize productivity and efficiency.Lead new facility planning projects, ensuring seamless execution from conception to completion.Effectively manage multidisciplinary teams, fostering collaboration and driving towards project goals.Conduct thorough vendor evaluations to ensure quality and cost-effectiveness.Spearhead procurement management efforts, maintaining optimal supply chain operations.Utilize strong technocommercial acumen to make informed decisions and drive project success. Show less Executed Systematic Layout Planning to eliminate inefficiencies and optimize workflow.Led initiatives to reduce lead time through Value Stream Mapping analysis.Implemented 5S methodologies to enhance the flow of materials and streamline operations.Successfully reduced setup times through Single-Minute Exchange of Die (SMED) techniques.Conducted analysis of 3M (Muda, Mura, and Muri) to identify and address sources of waste.Utilized VA NVA framework to identify and eliminate non-value-adding activities based on the analysis of the 7 Wastes (Muda).Implemented Kanban systems to improve inventory control and production flow.Managed inventory effectively using the Min-Max Replenishment Model.Led Continuous Improvement (CI) projects to drive operational excellence.Implemented Focused Improvements using the 7 Quality Control tools and Root Cause Analysis (RCA) methodologies. Show less

  • Consultant

    Feb 2023 - Nov 2023

  • Junior Consultant

    Mar 2022 - Jan 2023
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  NewJaisa Technologies

  Dec 2023 - now

  Operational Excellence Lead

  Managing Level 3 Department operations, overseeing day-to-day activities and ensuring operational excellence.Introduced a new process aimed at optimizing workflow and enhancing efficiency.Implemented strategies to improve overall yields, focusing on enhancing productivity and reducing waste.Currently spearheading efforts to improve yield in refurbished laptop body, battery, and screen production processes.