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Sharuk Tharun Senthil Kumar

@sharuktharunsenthilk

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Program Manager with expertise in product testing and quality assurance.

United States

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What I'm looking for

I am seeking a role that fosters innovation and collaboration, with opportunities for growth and impactful contributions.

I am a dedicated Program Manager specializing in Product Testing and Quality Assurance, currently working at Whirlpool. My journey has been marked by significant achievements, including a 100% increase in test station usage and a 25% improvement in test efficiency through innovative data-driven strategies. I thrive on challenges and excel in cross-functional collaboration, ensuring that product quality meets the highest standards.

With a strong background in engineering and a Master's degree in Systems Engineering, I have successfully led teams to optimize operational processes, resulting in substantial cost savings and improved product reliability. My experience spans various roles, from Program Analyst to Thermal Operations Associate, where I have consistently delivered results that enhance product performance and customer satisfaction.

I am passionate about leveraging my technical skills in MATLAB, LabVIEW, and data visualization tools like Tableau to drive impactful changes in product development. I believe in fostering a growth mindset and continuously seeking opportunities for improvement, both personally and within my teams.

Experience

Work history, roles, and key accomplishments

Current

Program Manager – Product Testing & Quality Assurance

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WHIRLPOOL

May 2024 - Present (1 year)

Led product testing and quality assurance initiatives, achieving significant efficiency gains and cost reductions. Developed optimized test plans and monitored KPIs for various cooktop models, resulting in improved testing speed and reduced failure rates. Managed cross-functional teams to enhance operational performance and stakeholder engagement.

Program Management Quality Assurance Data Analysis Test Automation Cross Functional Collaboration KPIs Root Cause Analysis Process Improvement Agile Methodologies

Thermal Operations Associate Program Manager

WHIRLPOOL

Jan 2023 - Jan 2025 (2 years)

Delivered product performance enhancements and significant cost savings through process improvements and cross-functional collaboration. Led projects that resulted in substantial reliability improvements and successful testing outcomes.

Process Improvement Cross Functional Team Leadership Performance Root Cause Analysis Project Management Data Driven Decision Making

Program Analyst – Test Automation and Validation

WHIRLPOOL

Jul 2022 - Jan 2023 (6 months)

Improved product reliability and test efficiency by resolving real-time issues and translating test data into actionable improvements. Conducted analyses leading to design enhancements based on customer feedback.

Test Automation Data Analysis Product Development Reliability Engineering Customer Feedback Analysis Performance Analysis Data Visualization Tableau

LabVIEW Automation Analyst

WHIRLPOOL

Jun 2021 - Jul 2022 (1 year 1 month)

Boosted testing efficiency and quality by developing automated test frameworks and troubleshooting strategies. Ensured robust functionality and minimized system downtime through optimized architecture.

Test Automation Troubleshooting Systems Architecture Quality Assurance Team Leadership Test Strategy

Inventory Control Analyst

GUCCI

Oct 2020 - Jun 2021 (8 months)

Optimized operational efficiency in inventory management, achieving significant reductions in processing time and errors. Led analytical initiatives to enhance order accuracy and overall performance.

Inventory Management Data Analysis Reporting Cross Functional Collaboration Process Optimization Excel Data Driven Decision Making

Education

Degrees, certifications, and relevant coursework

Valliammai Engineering College

Bachelors in Engineering, Mechanical Engineering

Grade: 3.72/4.00

Completed a Bachelors in Engineering in Mechanical Engineering, with coursework in Project Management, Systems Architecture, and Risk Analysis. Achieved a GPA of 3.72/4.00.