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Honor Society® member

Vyshnavi Chilla

Process Lead at Mondelez India Foods PVt. Ltd.

  • chemical engineering
  • Class of 2026
  • USA

Member since November 2024

About

I am a Master’s student in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania with a strong background in project management, process optimization, and manufacturing operations. During my time as a Process Lead and Project Engineer at Mondelēz India Foods Pvt. Ltd., I successfully led teams and managed multi-million-dollar projects, delivering results in the food manufacturing industry.

I thrive on driving continuous improvement, implementing data-driven decision-making, and fostering cross-functional collaboration. My work has led to significant improvements in process efficiency and productivity, including the successful design, installation, and commissioning of production lines and the use of real-time analytics tools for optimization.

Mentoring and empowering teams is a priority for me. I’ve trained shop floor colleagues to adapt to advanced technologies, enhancing their professional growth while building a culture of operational excellence. My experience also includes developing VR models for enhanced project execution and overseeing global equipment inspections to ensure compliance with standards.

I am passionate about integrating sustainability and innovation into operations, leveraging my technical expertise and leadership skills to achieve impactful results. With international exposure and a proactive approach, I am driven to contribute to dynamic, forward-thinking environments.

Education

  • University of Pennsylvania

    Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering

    2024 – 2026

Honors and awards

  • C G Sethuram Gold Medal (Undergrad)

    Recognized as the best all-round Female Student in Chemical Engineering

  • Merit Scholarship Recipient (Undergrad)

    Awarded a $1,500 scholarship annually for academic excellence in undergrad for 2019-2020 and 2020-2021

Goals and interests

Career goal

I aspire to build a career in operations, project management, and process optimization within the food manufacturing, pharmaceutical, energy and processing industies. My goal is to contribute to dynamic organizations by leveraging my expertise in designing and commissioning production lines, driving efficiency improvements, and fostering continuous improvement. I am particularly passionate about sustainable manufacturing practices, data-driven decision-making, and empowering teams to excel with advanced technologies.

In the long term, I aim to take on leadership roles that allow me to integrate technical innovation, people management, and operational excellence to deliver impactful results and create safe, efficient, and sustainable work environments.

Graduate school interests

As a graduate student in Chemical and Biomolecular Engineering at the University of Pennsylvania, I am focused on advancing my expertise in process optimization, sustainable manufacturing, and operations management. I am particularly interested in exploring innovative technologies and methodologies that drive efficiency, enhance sustainability, and improve workplace safety in industrial settings.

I am also drawn to the interdisciplinary opportunities at Penn, such as leveraging data analytics and continuous improvement tools to solve complex engineering problems. Beyond academics, I am eager to engage in professional development programs, cross-cultural mentoring, and initiatives that support effective adaptation to diverse workplace cultures. My goal is to integrate technical skills, leadership capabilities, and global perspectives to prepare for impactful roles in the manufacturing and process industries.

Experience

  • Process Lead

    Mondelez India Foods PVt. Ltd.

    Jun 2023 – Jul 2024

  • Project Engineer

    Mondelez India Foods PVt. Ltd.

    Jul 2022 – Jun 2023

Volunteering

  • National Service Scheme

    National Institute of Technology Warangal

    Oct 2020 – Apr 2022

Languages

  • English (US) Advanced
  • Hindi Advanced
  • Telugu Advanced