Karthik Hazare
About Karthik Hazare
Karthik Hazare is a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer at Scientific Games, recognized for enhancing First Pass Yield by over 15% in gaming products. He holds a Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Osmania University and a Master's Degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Houston.
Work at Scientific Games
Karthik Hazare has been employed at Scientific Games as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer since 2016. In this role, he has focused on enhancing product quality within the gaming sector. He has successfully increased First Pass Yield (FPY) by over 15% by addressing complex customer quality issues. Hazare has also played a significant role in training and mentoring new hires, ensuring they acquire the necessary skills to meet departmental objectives. His contributions have been pivotal in improving overall customer support response times by over 50% through the organization of cross-functional global teams.
Previous Experience at Orient Cement
Before joining Scientific Games, Karthik Hazare worked at Orient Cement in two capacities. Initially, he served as a Manufacturing Engineer from 2012 to 2013, where he facilitated the development of Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) for display components. He later advanced to the position of Senior Project Engineer from 2013 to 2014. In this role, he managed supplier quality activities for 36 suppliers, coordinating second tests and engineering failure analysis for rejects. His experience at Orient Cement laid a strong foundation for his subsequent career in quality assurance.
Education and Expertise
Karthik Hazare holds a Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering from Osmania University, where he studied from 2008 to 2012. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master’s Degree in Industrial Engineering from the University of Houston, completing his studies from 2014 to 2016. His educational background provides him with a solid understanding of engineering principles, which he applies in his current role in quality assurance and project management.
Quality Assurance Initiatives
In his role as a Senior Quality Assurance Engineer, Karthik Hazare has implemented various initiatives to enhance product quality and operational efficiency. He developed and executed new process audits in inventory market replenishment, production pick carts, accessory lines, and pre-shipment processes. These initiatives have contributed to improved efficiency and order accuracy within the organization. His focus on resolving quality issues and optimizing processes has significantly impacted the overall performance of the quality assurance department.