Raj Sachin
About Raj Sachin
Raj Sachin is an Operational Excellence Project Manager at QuVa Pharma, Inc., with extensive experience in industrial engineering and continuous improvement. He has held various engineering roles at notable companies, including Getinge and Boston Scientific, and has a strong academic background in mechanical and industrial engineering.
Current Role at QuVa Pharma
Raj Sachin serves as the Operational Excellence Project Manager at QuVa Pharma, Inc. since 2021. In this role, he focuses on enhancing operational efficiency and implementing best practices within the organization. His position is based in Houston, Texas, where he leads projects aimed at improving processes and reducing costs.
Previous Experience at Getinge
Prior to his current role, Raj worked at Getinge for a decade, from 2011 to 2021, as a Plant LEAN Champion and Senior Industrial Engineer. During his tenure, he was responsible for implementing lean manufacturing principles and driving continuous improvement initiatives across the plant.
Education and Academic Background
Raj Sachin earned a Bachelor of Engineering in Mechanical Engineering from Mepco Schlenk Engineering College in India, completing his studies from 1994 to 1998. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Science in Industrial Engineering from Texas Tech University, where he studied from 2001 to 2003.
Achievements in Process Improvement
Raj has successfully led several process improvement initiatives throughout his career. Notably, he implemented a lean redesign of a textiles line, achieving a 23.6% increase in productivity and generating annual savings of $101,000. Additionally, he redesigned the Endo line at the Merrimack facility, which resulted in a workforce reduction and annual savings of $1.65 million.
Career Progression in Engineering
Raj's career includes various roles in engineering and continuous improvement. He began as a Manufacturing Process Engineer at Metrix Instrument Co. from 2003 to 2006, followed by positions at OSR Solutions and Boston Scientific. His experience spans multiple industries, contributing to his expertise in operational excellence.