Kuntal Markana
About Kuntal Markana
Kuntal Markana is a Manufacturing Engineer at Faurecia, specializing in process improvement and lean production techniques. He holds a Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Engineering from the University of Michigan-Dearborn and has experience in optimizing manufacturing processes and layouts.
Work at Faurecia
Kuntal Markana has been employed at Faurecia as a Manufacturing Engineer since 2020. In this role, he specializes in injection molding manufacturing processes within Faurecia Interior Systems. He utilizes advanced problem-solving tools such as A3, 8D, and 5Why to drive process improvement. Markana is proficient in engineering software tools including Solidworks, Creo, and AutoCAD, which he employs for design and analysis. His responsibilities also include optimizing plant layouts and line balancing to enhance manufacturing efficiency.
Education and Expertise
Kuntal Markana holds a Master of Science in Manufacturing Systems Engineering from the University of Michigan-Dearborn, where he studied from 2018 to 2020. Prior to this, he earned a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Nirma University in Ahmedabad, India, from 2014 to 2018. His educational background supports his expertise in implementing lean production management techniques, including Just-In-Time (JIT), KAIZEN, and Kanban. He is also skilled in applying Six Sigma methodologies, particularly the DMAIC phases, for process capability studies.
Background
Before joining Faurecia, Kuntal Markana gained practical experience as a Process Engineering Intern at Chem Process Systems Pvt. Ltd. in 2018, where he worked for four months in Ahmedabad, India. He also served as an Engineering Intern at Gestamp North America from 2019 to 2020, during which he was involved in various engineering projects in Chelsea, Michigan. His internships provided him with a solid foundation in manufacturing processes and engineering principles.
Achievements
Kuntal Markana has demonstrated proficiency in conducting material and information flow analysis using value stream mapping for supply chain optimization. He is experienced in performing time and motion studies to improve work breakdown and measurements. His expertise in optimizing manufacturing processes and implementing lean techniques contributes to enhanced operational efficiency in his current role.