E M R P B Ekanayake
Kandy
Summary
Proficient Industrial Engineer offering strengths in estimation, drafting and design. Mathematically and technically astute with analytical nature and project management strength.
Multi-talented Project Manager offering 20 years of experience orchestrating operations activities, financial support and resource management to achieve project objectives. Poised and cooperative in driving stakeholder meetings to determine estimates and build financial forecasts. Determined and motivated professional recognized for fostering positive morale among project contributors.
Overview
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Work History
Industrial Engineer
- Applied comprehensive set of industrial engineering techniques including statistics and simulation to solve highly complex business analysis.
- Evaluated production, planning and cost information.
- Prepared reports detailing data analysis as well as prospective solutions, benefits and costs.
- Provided guidance on the selection of appropriate machinery or equipment for specific applications.
- Conducted research on the latest industrial engineering technologies, tools and techniques.
- Drafted technical documents such as standard operating procedures for a variety of industrial engineering functions.
- Performed time studies to determine how long certain tasks take so that appropriate staffing levels can be determined.
- Properly trained employees on new processes.
- Developed and implemented best practices, quality assurance standards and project management procedures.
- Forecasted budgeting needs and planned labor hours for new processes.
- Monitored plant performance against operating budgets and identify methods to cut expenses.
- Adjusted production schedules, equipment and workflow to address changing demands.
- Provided data-driven recommendations for operational planning support, capacity analysis and process improvement.
- Collaborated with management teams to design innovative solutions that reduced labor costs while increasing output quality.
- Analyzed existing production systems for potential process improvements and cost savings.
- Identified areas of waste in manufacturing processes and worked with teams to develop strategies for eliminating it.
- Validated accuracy of labor times by conducting time studies and assessing results.
- Designed efficient layouts of equipment, materials, and workspace to optimize workflow.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
- Completed day-to-day duties accurately and efficiently.
Lean practitioner
- Prepared reports outlining progress made towards achieving organizational objectives related to lead practitioners.
- Utilized statistical process control tools such as Pareto Charts and Control Charts.
- Monitored and analyzed production data for process improvement initiatives.
- Coached team leaders on root cause analysis methods to identify underlying issues in manufacturing processes.
- Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, shipping and receiving and inventory management.
- Developed and implemented Lean Manufacturing processes to reduce waste, optimize resources, and increase productivity.
- Led regular stand-up meetings, Scrums and continuous improvement projects with measurable goals.
- Led daily huddles with team members to discuss progress towards goals and address any issues that arise.
- Implemented 5S methodology to ensure a safe and organized work environment.
- Established visual management systems to monitor performance metrics such as cycle time, lead time, and throughput.
- Improved efficiency by minimizing downtime.
- Identified areas of inefficiency through value stream mapping techniques to improve workflow.
- Applied lean strategies to implement operational enhancements, promote efficiency and cut costs.
- Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
Education
MBA - Business Administration And Management
London Metropoliton University
United Kingdom12-2018
High School Diploma -
University Of Moratuwa
Sri Lanka12-2001
Skills
- Industrial Engineering
- Lean Principles
- GSD (General Sewing Data)
- SAP
- MS Office
- Shopfloor management system software and implementation Project
- Project Management of various Projects such Centralized operations New Activity Implementation etc
- Project Coordination
- Process Improvement
- Manufacturing
- Industrial Design
- Waste Reduction
- Calibration Understanding
- Design Layouts
- Workforce Utilization
- Process Improvement
- Strategic Planning
- Project Coordination
Additional Information
More than 20 years
Personal Information
Title: Industrial Engineer, Lean Practitioner
Certification
- General Sewing Data (Licensed Practioner)
- Lean Yellow, Blue and Green Belt
- Train the Trainer
Accomplishments
- Award Winner as an innovator - MAS Awards
Timeline
Industrial Engineer
Lean practitioner
MBA - Business Administration And Management
London Metropoliton University
High School Diploma -
University Of Moratuwa