Vrishab Rathaur
Malvern East,Victoria
Summary
Manufacturing-focused engineering graduate with hands-on operations experience and strong skills in process analysis, simulation, and continuous improvement. Comfortable working on the shop floor and using data to identify inefficiencies. Seeking an entry-level manufacturing or operations role with growth into engineering.
Overview
8
8
years of professional experience
Work History
Sales Associate - Part Time
On The Run
10.2022 - Current
- Supported day-to-day operations in a high-volume retail environment with strict safety, compliance, and time-critical workflows
- Managed shift coordination, stock handling, and issue resolution under pressure to ensure consistent service delivery
- Followed standard operating procedures and safety requirements while maintaining reliability across long shifts
- Communicated effectively with supervisors and team members to resolve operational issues quickly
Sales and Operations Associate
Cash Converters
02.2020 - 10.2022
- Supported operational processes including asset handling, valuation accuracy, inventory flow, and compliance requirements
- Trained and supported team members on procedures, cash handling, and daily operational consistency
- Identified recurring operational issues and worked with supervisors to improve workflow reliability
- Maintained clear communication with customers and internal teams in a fast-paced, regulated environment
Intern
BHEL Boiler Auxiliary Plant
06.2018 - 07.2018
- Observed and supported manufacturing operations within a heavy engineering production environment
- Assisted engineers with data collection, process documentation, and shop-floor observations
- Gained exposure to structured manufacturing workflows, quality checks, and safety practices
- Developed foundational understanding of industrial operations and continuous improvement culture
Education
Masters of Engineering - Smart Manufacturing -
Monash University
Clayton, VIC09-2025
Bachelor of Technology -
Vellore Institute of Technology
Vellore, Tamilnadu, India04-2024
Skills
- Process Improvement & Continuous Improvement (Lean, 5S, FMEA)
- Data & Programming: Python, RStudio, Tableau, C
- Process Simulation & Analysis
- 3D Modelling & Additive Manufacturing: FDM, SLS
Core Engineering & Operations
Technical Tools & Methods
- Manufacturing Operations
- Simulation: AnyLogic, Visual Components, Viper
- Quality & Risk Assessment (ISO 31000)
- Design & Manufacturing: SolidWorks, CNC Programming (G-code)
- Data Analysis & Problem Solving
Timeline
Sales Associate - Part Time
On The Run
10.2022 - Current
Sales and Operations Associate
Cash Converters
02.2020 - 10.2022
Intern
BHEL Boiler Auxiliary Plant
06.2018 - 07.2018
Masters of Engineering - Smart Manufacturing -
Monash University
Bachelor of Technology -
Vellore Institute of Technology
Projects
Manufacturing Process Improvement – Automated Production Line
- Modelled a partially automated consumer goods production line to analyse material flow, cycle times, buffer sizes, and workstation utilisation
- Used discrete-event simulation to test alternative layouts, automation levels, and staffing configurations under variable demand conditions
- Identified bottlenecks and proposed workflow and automation changes that improved throughput, reduced manual handling, and stabilised process variability
Hybrid Additive–Subtractive Manufacturing System Analysis
- Analysed hybrid manufacturing workflows integrating additive manufacturing (FDM, SLS) with CNC machining for dimensional accuracy and surface finish requirements
- Evaluated process sequencing, toolpath considerations, and material behaviour to assess trade-offs between build time, precision, and post-processing effort
- Developed recommendations on where hybrid manufacturing is viable in low-volume, high-complexity production environments
Engineering Risk Management – Solar Infrastructure System
- Conducted structured engineering risk assessment for a solar panel mounting system covering structural, safety, scheduling, and supply chain risks
- Applied ISO 31000 risk frameworks, FMEA, and fault tree analysis to prioritise high-impact failure modes and system vulnerabilities
- Proposed mitigation strategies addressing installation safety, material handling, scheduling dependencies, and long-term system reliability
Publications
Prediction and Optimisation of Surface Roughness and Kerf Width in AWJM Using Soft Computing Tools. Published in Recent Advances in Industrial and Systems Engineering (Springer, 2024). Utilised an Adaptive Neuro-Fuzzy Inference System (ANFIS) to model the relationship between abrasive flow rate, stand-off distance, and traverse speed, optimising kerf width and surface roughness in Abrasive Water Jet Machining (AWJM). https://link.springer.com/chapter/10.1007/978-981-974700-9_30