Rakesh John Edwin
Production Manager
Bangalore
Summary
Business Operations professional with 5+ years of experience across operations management, risk investigation, and process improvement. Holding a Master’s degree in Physics, brings strong analytical thinking, structured problem-solving, and data-driven decision-making to business operations. Proven ability to manage end-to-end workflows, build systems, analyze risk, and improve efficiency. Known for strong communication, organization, and ownership, reinforced through international professional performance experience.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
Work History
Production Engineer
PRK Fabricators Pvt. Ltd.
01.2022 - Current
- Managing end-to-end factory operations, including production planning, manpower allocation, and daily execution.
- Created and implemented operational systems and workflows to improve efficiency, accountability, and reporting.
- Implemented 5S methodologies, resulting in improved workplace organization, safety, and productivity.
- Used Advanced Excel for production tracking, data analysis, reporting, and decision-making.
- Worked with ERP systems for inventory control, production monitoring, and documentation.
- Managed payroll, attendance, and coordination with administrative functions.
- Created and reviewed technical drawings using AutoCAD to support production requirements.
- Functioned as a strong individual contributor, independently handling multiple operational responsibilities.
Professional Magician & Mentalist
Carnival Cruise Lines
01.2017 - 01.2022
- Performed professionally as a magician and mentalist on Carnival Cruise Lines, delivering live shows to international audiences.
- Conducted performances across the United States, Canada, Australia, West Indies, and other global regions.
- Built strong audience engagement through effective communication, confidence, and storytelling.
- Developed exceptional stage presence, vocal clarity, persuasion, and presentation skills.
- Demonstrated adaptability, risk-taking, and decision-making under high-pressure live environments.
- Independently managed schedules, performance preparation.
- This experience significantly strengthened communication, confidence, and stakeholder engagement skills critical to business operations.
Risk Investigation Specialist
Amazon.com
01.2015 - 01.2017
- Investigated suspicious transactions and accounts to detect and prevent online fraud.
- Identified fraud patterns by analyzing behavioral trends and fraudsters’ modes of operation.
- Applied strong logical reasoning and data analysis to assess and mitigate operational risks.
- Documented investigation outcomes and escalated high-risk cases in line with internal policies.
- Supported platform trust, safety, and compliance through accurate and timely investigations.
- Strengthened analytical thinking, attention to detail, and decision-making capabilities.
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Physics
St. Joseph’s College
Bangalore, IndiaSkills
Business Operations & Process Improvement
Timeline
Production Engineer
PRK Fabricators Pvt. Ltd.
01.2022 - Current
Professional Magician & Mentalist
Carnival Cruise Lines
01.2017 - 01.2022
Risk Investigation Specialist
Amazon.com
01.2015 - 01.2017
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - Physics
St. Joseph’s College