Prathik Prahalada
INDUSTRIAL ENGINEER
Sydney
Summary
Experienced quality professional with 2+ years of hands-on experience implementing and sustaining quality management systems in compliance with industry standards and regulatory requirements. Proven ability to identify, analyse, and resolve quality issues using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies and structured problem-solving tools. Strong track record in process improvement and optimisation, delivering measurable improvements in product consistency, reliability, and operational efficiency through continuous improvement initiatives.
Overview
4
4
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
1
1
Language
Work History
Process Improvement & Quality Specialist
Rojone Pvt Ltd
02.2024 - Current
- Ensured organisation-wide measurement accuracy and operational reliability by managing calibration, verification, and routine maintenance of all critical tools, equipment, and testing instruments, supporting consistent quality and audit compliance across the company.
- Improved quality awareness and consistency by training employees on QA standards and validating ongoing adherence.
- Reduced operational and quality risks by leading root cause analyses on non-conformances and implementing effective corrective actions.
- Drove strong alignment between operational teams and management across multiple workstreams, improving execution consistency and cross-functional collaboration.
- Delivered 20–30% improvements in process efficiency by identifying bottlenecks, compliance gaps, and optimisation opportunities through detailed workflow and work-study analysis.
- Established a robust operational governance framework by authoring and standardizing 30+ SOPs, improving compliance, clarity, and client confidence.
- Strengthened accountability and procedural adherence across operations by partnering with supervisors, technicians, and cross-functional teams to clearly define roles and responsibilities.
- Enabled data-driven management decisions by delivering structured reports, workflow visualizations, and performance insights to senior stakeholders.
- Successfully implemented process and procedural changes by coordinating training, issuing updated documentation, and ensuring sustained adoption across teams.
- Enhanced regulatory and internal compliance outcomes through proactive monitoring, evidence-based reporting, and continuous follow-up.
- Ensured ongoing regulatory compliance by maintaining up-to-date knowledge of applicable industry standards and embedding them into daily operations.
- Applied IPC standards across operations to ensure full compliance, audit readiness, and successful certification outcomes.
Industrial Engineering Intern
Ace Multi Axes System Limited
08.2022 - 09.2022
- Conducted detailed process mapping, workflow analysis, and time studies to assess operational performance and identify improvement opportunities.
- Supported resource utilisation and layout optimisation, improving process flow and reducing cycle time by ~15%.
- Assisted in documenting standard operating procedures and revised workflows, strengthening consistency and control across operations.
- Gained exposure to operational reporting, documentation discipline, and stakeholder coordination.
Manufacturing Engineering Intern
BOSCH
08.2021 - 09.2021
- Supported end-to-end workflow analysis and performance improvement initiatives within structured, high-volume operations.
- Conducted method studies and process reviews, contributing to productivity improvements of 20–25% in targeted areas.
- Assisted with governance, safety, and compliance-related improvements, reinforcing procedural adherence.
Education
Master of Engineering Management - MBA
University of Technology Sydney
NSW, SydneyBachelors - Industrial Engineering and Management
Ramaiah Institute of Technology
Bangalore, IndiaMaster’s - Supply Chain & Logistics
Edx (professional program)
Skills
Documentation control
Customer satisfaction
Quality metrics
Corrective actions
Product inspection
Quality management systems
Calibration management
Measurement system analysis
Failure modes and effects analysis
Supplier quality
Sampling plans
Control charts
Process capability analysis
Testing processes
Certification
ASQ Six Sigma Yellow Belt Certification
RESEARCH PAPER
Published paper: Optimization of workplace using lean and facilities planning techniques in a manufacturing industry.(ICRAES 2022, MSRIT, Bangalore).
Timeline
Process Improvement & Quality Specialist
Rojone Pvt Ltd
02.2024 - Current
Industrial Engineering Intern
Ace Multi Axes System Limited
08.2022 - 09.2022
Manufacturing Engineering Intern
BOSCH
08.2021 - 09.2021
Master’s - Supply Chain & Logistics
Edx (professional program)
Master of Engineering Management - MBA
University of Technology Sydney
Bachelors - Industrial Engineering and Management
Ramaiah Institute of Technology