NAGA BHUSHANAM K

• With 14+ years of experience in glass manufacturing, hot & cold end projects , quality & process engineering in the glass process industries, and a completed Masters in Ceramic/Glass Technology from the Indian Institute of Technology (IIT-BHU) - Varanasi, Offer a wealth of expertise.
• Have a proven record of multitasking and leadership in company-level projects, prioritizing productivity , cost, and quality improvement across various industry processes.

@ Borosil Renewables Limited:

• Enhanced glass pull-to-packing efficiency by 2.5 %, saving 35 MINR by implementing continuous improvement initiatives to reduce defects (stones and blisters) and minimize losses.
• Implemented combustion optimization strategies, achieving a 3% reduction in energy consumption, and yielding savings of 6 MINR.
• Attained a 1.2% reduction in cold end defects, resulting in savings of 62 MINR.
• Successfully executed Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the cold end process.
• Actively contributed to the production & quality team by facilitating process optimization initiatives in both cold and hot end areas, as well as spearheading projects aimed at enhancing cost savings,productivity & product quality.
• Played a pivotal role in training and mentoring new graduate engineer trainees (GETs) while establishing and nurturing the process department.

@ Saint-Gobain India Private Limited:

• Improved glass efficiency by 1% through the successful execution of various continuous improvement projects,resulting in enhanced production output and cost savings.
• Led efforts to improve energy efficiency and sustainability in the glass manufacturing process, resulting in a 20% reduction in specific heat consumption.
• Spearheaded initiatives that led to a significant 20% reduction in Batch plant spillage generation, streamlining operations, and minimizing waste.

@ Binani 3B-the fibreglass company:

• Improvement of glass fibre forming process efficiency by 3.5% leading to savings of 50 MINR through various continuous improvement projects.
• Collaborated with the Global team in the design and development of the glass fibre forming process to enhance the pull by 20%.
• Reduction in fibre-forming breaks by 30%, improving process efficiency by 2%, saving 20 MINR.
• Reduction of Glass fibre scrap generation by 4% leading to savings of 20 MINR
• Part of the Batch time reduction project, to improve batch time by 20%, saving 10 MINR.
• Part of the Lean Six Sigma Green Belt project, to improve fibre conversation efficiency by 2%, saving 20 MINR.
• Reduced specific heat consumption of glass by 130 kcal/kg, saving 3 MINR.
• Development of sample measurement process for product quality improvement, saving 3 MINR.
• Reduced batch feed variation by 80% & achieved homogeneity in glass composition.
• Improved product inspection & corrective actions by standardization.
• Implemented the Artificial intelligence (AI) software, in Goa plant, for data storage and analysis.

@ Bhanu Cerglaze Private Limited:

• Increase in sales by 10% with new product introduction & development.
• Increase in sales by 25% with product quality improvement in ceramic frits.
• Reduction in energy consumption by 1010 kcal/kg saving 6 MINR.
• Standardization of tools for testing various products for quality improvements.

• Received Gold Trophy in KAIZEN Competition arranged by QCFI, Mumbai Chapter in Sept 18
• Received Silver Trophy in Essay writing Competition arranged by QCFI, Mumbai Chapter in June 21
• Qualified the State Level Entrance Exam (ECET) conducted by State Technical Board in 2010 and Secured 4th rank in state level.
• Bagged Certificate from Govt. Institute of Ceramic Technology for achieving Top position for the batch During Diploma in Ceramics.
• Qualified National Level Graduate Aptitude Test Examination (GATE) conducted by IIT’s in 2012 and Secured All India Rank-81.
• Receiving MHRD Scholarship for the year 2012-14
• Awarded Letter of Appreciation from Plant President for successful completion of cold repair project.
• Awarded Letter of Appreciation from Global Director (Operations) for successful completion of Lean Six Sigma Green Belt project and provided a saving of 27 MINR.
• Awarded certificate of Appreciation from the Plant Director for successful completion of POKAYOKE & KAIZEN projects.
• Recognized by the Managing Director for successfully completing the Clear to Green transition and achieving the highest efficiency (Yield) in the Bhiwadi float glass furnace.