Himanshu Wankhede

Operations Associate

Brampton, Ontario, Canada1 yr experience
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Key Highlights

  • 7+ years in manufacturing and process engineering.
  • Led successful Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
  • Implemented AI-driven projects for quality improvement.
Stackforce AI infers this person is a Manufacturing Engineer with expertise in process optimization and quality management.

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Skills

Core Skills

Manufacturing EngineeringProcess OptimizationProcess ImprovementMechanical Maintenance

Other Skills

Lean principlesRobotic automationFMEARCASix SigmaAI implementationQuality controlCycle time reductionSAPLean ManufacturingJITSMEDPDCA5 Whys5W1H

About

• Manufacturing Engineer with 7+ years of experience in process engineering, production optimization, and quality management in automotive and industrial sectors. • Proven record of leading cross-functional teams, driving Lean Six Sigma initiatives. •Implementing automation projects to boost OEE, reduce scrap, and improve cost efficiency. •Skilled in continuous improvement, leadership and quality systems (ISO, IATF, EMS) initiatives. •Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a commitment to safety, quality, and operational excellence

Experience

1 yr
Total Experience
1 yr
Average Tenure
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Current Experience

Ti automotive

Manufacturing Engineering

Feb 2023Present · 3 yrs 3 mos · Brampton, Ontario, Canada · On-site

  • “TI Automotive formerly ABC Technologies”
  • Led multiple capital projects from concept to PPAP, improving equipment reliability and achieving 100% on-time delivery for OEM launches.
  • Optimized assembly line layout using Lean principles, increasing throughput and saving labour costs.
  • Deployed robotic automation for bolting and plastic trimming process, reducing cycle time and Labour
  • Introduced and implemented the first AI-driven project in the plant for blow moulding flash length control, reducing process variation and improving quality.
  • Conducted FMEA, RCA, and Six Sigma projects, achieving OEE improvement and reducing scrap.
  • Facilitated APQP & PFMEA meetings, Kaizen events, and 5S activities to foster a culture of continuous improvement
  • Supported ISO 45001/14001 and IATF audits, ensuring zero safety incidents for consecutive months.
Lean principlesRobotic automationFMEARCASix SigmaManufacturing Engineering+1

Indorama synthetics

Mechanical Engineer

Aug 2018Oct 2021 · 3 yrs 2 mos · Nagpur Area, India · On-site

  • Applied Six Sigma concepts in manufacturing processes to reduce waste generation by 1.25% overall during packaging
  • Worked on SAP for warehouse management to update inventory data and maintain ISO documentation to support all manufacturing standards and compliance requirements e.g. GMP, Health, Safety, Sustainability, Policies & Principles
  • Proper line balancing of workstations by product flow optimization and inefficiency identification using -the concept of JIT and SMED during maintenance activities to maximize utilization of space and reduce wastage
  • Mapped Process (VSM) to reduce NVA activities and improve process efficiency by reducing 7 wastes of lean
  • Identified Kaizen cost-saving projects for focused continuous improvement and annual CAPEX budgets
  • Implemented lean principles such as 5S, KANBAN and TPM to improve workflow, OEE and quality
  • Documented production and maintenance reports, created SOPs and maintained guidelines for OHSA, and ISO audits
  • Supervised team leaders and associates, and scheduled operators for production by assessing their performance
  • Communicate plans and targets to technicians for alignment and understanding around priorities, focus and KPIs
  • Planned 3 shift maintenance schedule for 7 production lines using MS Excel and SMED to control finished good product quality and maintain WIP inventory for internal customers
Six SigmaSAPLean ManufacturingJITSMEDManufacturing Engineering+1

Kec international ltd.

Mechanical Maintenance Supervisor

Jul 2017Aug 2018 · 1 yr 1 mo · Nagpur Area, India · On-site

  • Met high productivity standards using time-motion study (MOST) in processing breakdowns to keep production planning as per the schedule and evaluate operator performance
  • Prepared a sequence of production operations to reduce lead time and expedited product delivery by coordinating with the production team for achieving maximum customer satisfaction
  • Ensured availability of raw materials and their quality by continuous correspondence with the vendors
  • Developed solution with PDCA cycle that meets customers’ needs within the framework of the company’s solution
  • Executed PFMEA, and 4M analysis on defects to implement poka-yoke or develop SOPs to avoid manual error
  • Checked incoming parts for corrective and preventive action after RCA using problem-solving tools like 5 Whys, 5W1H, and SPC (Process Capabilities Studies) to reduce quality defects
  • Developing and leading training programs to foster a culture of open and respectful communication and improve employee productivity, job satisfaction, and workplace morale
  • Worked in cranes and machine maintenance for breakdowns, planned and preventive maintenance to improve MTBF
PDCA5 Whys5W1HSPCMechanical MaintenanceProcess Improvement

Oil and natural gas corporation ltd

Summer Intern

May 2015Jul 2015 · 2 mos · Surat, Gujarat, India

  • Understand and analyze the mechanical drawings and pipeline blueprints, sketches, drawings using design concepts
  • Studied the processes involved in the manufacturing of natural gas and LPG and assist production and maintenance workers to achieve targets, meet expectations, and address deficiencies in a productive and professional manner
  • Became an active participant in the organization's culture, production processes, ideas and management identified opportunities to improve productivity, reduce cost, and maximize the quality
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Education

University of Windsor

Master of Engineering - MEng — Industrial Engineering

Sep 2021Jun 2023

Yeshwantrao Chavan College of Engineering - YCCE

BE - Bachelor of Engineering — Mechanical Engineering

Jan 2013Jan 2017

Nutan Bharat Vidyalaya

High School Diploma — Science

Jan 2011Jan 2013

Somalwar Academy Education Society

Middle School Diploma

Jan 2000Jan 2010

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