Saisuhas Kolli
Hyderabad
Summary
Dynamic Project Manager with 7+ years of experience leading multimillion-dollar engineering and automation initiatives in GMP-regulated manufacturing environments. Proven ability to reduce downtime by 20% and drive ROI through data-driven process improvements. Skilled in CMMS/BMS system deployment, cross-functional leadership, and ensuring FDA and cGMP compliance. Adept at managing CapEx and OpEx budgets, implementing preventive maintenance strategies, and enhancing operational efficiency. MBA-qualified and Lean Six Sigma certified—delivering scalable, cost-effective solutions to complex challenges.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Senior Project Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific
04.2023 - 03.2025
- Directed BMS infrastructure upgrades, achieving a 32% reduction in system downtime and ensuring full compliance with regulatory standards.
- Spearheaded automation initiatives that improved reliability and reduced manual intervention across core systems which resulted in savings around $1M annually.
- Launched and standardized preventive maintenance and calibration programs aligned with cGMP, minimizing audit risks and unplanned outages.
- Streamlined budget allocation strategies, yielding measurable cost savings and aligning expenditures with strategic business goals.
- Led cross-functional collaboration with engineering, QA, and operations teams to drive continuous improvement initiatives.
- Oversaw CapEx and OpEx planning for facility projects, improving project delivery timelines and resource efficiency..
- Managed budgets exceeding $10 million while effectively controlling costs through diligent financial oversight.
- Led warehouse expansion projects which resulted in increasing the sq footage of the facility from 160,000 sq ft to 280,000 sq ft.
- Directed changes to project scope and cost and implemented appropriate change management processes to keep project on track.
Plant Engineer
Moderna
09.2021 - 03.2023
- Delivered GMP-compliant clean utilities projects, ensuring uninterrupted support for production operations.
- Developed installation protocols and led FAT/SAT testing, expediting project commissioning and minimizing delays.
- Implemented robust preventive maintenance strategies, resulting in decreased equipment downtime and enhanced productivity.
- Managed complex change control initiatives during shutdowns, facilitating seamless transitions and mitigating risk.
- Played a critical role in operational readiness planning for a new manufacturing facility, enabling on-time startup and audit preparedness.
- Assisted in procurement strategies by providing input on vendor selection based on cost analysis and performance metrics.
- Served as point of contact during plant emergencies, overseeing disaster recovery and expediting restoration efforts.
Manufacturing Engineer
Yapp Automotive
07.2020 - 09.2021
- Achieved 85%+ Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) by optimizing production line processes and conducting root cause analysis.
- Redesigned workflows and improved process flows, reducing cycle times by 18% and boosting throughput.
- Enhanced facility layout to decrease handling time by 20%, improving material flow and operator efficiency.
- Drove lean initiatives that cut production lead times by 15% and saved $50,000 annually in operational costs.
- Developed technical documentation, including standard operating procedures, work instructions, and engineering drawings to support manufacturing operations.
- Improved manufacturing efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing lean methodologies.
Manufacturing Engineer
IET Inc.
07.2019 - 02.2020
- Developed asset reliability programs, reducing downtime events and increasing system uptime.
- Implemented inventory optimization measures, saving $75,000 monthly through reduced carrying costs and waste.
- Led root cause failure analyses (RCFA) and corrective actions that improved asset availability and reduced recurring issues.
- Reduced production downtime through proactive maintenance scheduling and timely equipment repairs.
- Increased capacity utilization by identifying bottlenecks within the production process and implementing targeted improvements.
- Optimized assembly line layouts to maximize productivity and improve overall workflow efficiency.
Education
MBA – Master of Business Administration -
University of The Cumberlands
08-2025
MS - Project Management
University of The Cumberlands
12-2023
MS - Industrial Engineering
Wayne State University
07-2019
B.Tech - Mechatronics Engineering
SRM University
05-2017
Skills
- Project & Program Management (Agile, Waterfall)
- Cross-Functional Leadership & Vendor Management
- Budgeting, Cost Reduction & Risk Management
- CapEx & OpEx Planning
- Regulatory Compliance (GMP, cGMP)
- CMMS: Maximo, Blue Mountain
- Project Tools: Smartsheet, MS Project
- Software: AutoCAD, Trackwise, VEEVA, MS Office
- Project planning
- KPI tracking
- Scope management
- Client relationship management
Certification
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
- Production Part Approval Process (PPAP) Training
- Quality Engineering Certification
- World Class Manufacturing (WCM) Certification
Work Availability
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Timeline
Senior Project Manager
Thermo Fisher Scientific
04.2023 - 03.2025
Plant Engineer
Moderna
09.2021 - 03.2023
Manufacturing Engineer
Yapp Automotive
07.2020 - 09.2021
Manufacturing Engineer
IET Inc.
07.2019 - 02.2020
MBA – Master of Business Administration -
University of The Cumberlands
MS - Project Management
University of The Cumberlands
MS - Industrial Engineering
Wayne State University
B.Tech - Mechatronics Engineering
SRM University
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