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RAV4 & NX front fascia module (June 2022 - Dec 2023)RAV4 electrical (Jan 2024 - present)

Waterloo, Ontario, Canada

Projects involved in: seats, dashboard

• Utilized the Toyota Business Practice (TBP) method to solve hatch trim + garnish fit issue from Start of Production (SOP)
• Proposed a method of tracking and calculating all cost savings proposals on the RAV4 at TMMC
• Assisted other engineers through designing experimental methods and running trials

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

• Took on trim line engineer responsibilities – collaborated with production members to troubleshoot issues on the line
• Corresponded with and managed contractors for equipment installation/repair and reprogramming of AGVs/SDVs/VGVs
• Designed (using SolidWorks) and 3D printed new jigs to improve production efficiency
• Performed root cause analyses and developed countermeasures to reduce downtime on the rear suspension installation process
• Worked with the assembly materials pilot team to prepare for the model change through the relocation of equipment and materials

Cambridge, Ontario, Canada

• Managed multiple projects simultaneously
• Performed root cause analysis and countermeasure development to redesign the hood wax spray tip and stopper for the Lexus RX models resulting in $29,000 of savings per year
• Designed and conducted trials through varying the controllable parameters of the ED tank to decrease e-coat film build
• Collaborated with the plastics quality and Lexus paint pilot teams to oversee the fuel lid trials for the new RX model
• Ran a series of experiments to determine the root cause of the Air Supply House’s aluminum fins' and cooling coils' corrosion

Oakville, Ontario, Canada

• Evaluated P&IDs and redlined components/areas which demonstrate inconsistencies with user requirement specifications
• Inspected spool drawings and block valve configurations for inconsistencies with P&IDs
• Assisted with procurement through the selection of components and the creation of datasheets which indicate that the design specs have been met
• Supported the validation team with pre factory acceptance testing by comparing the fabricated process to the clients' P&IDs
• Assessed and highlighted lines which require hydrostatic/pneumatic testing and passivation

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

• Redesigned the preventative maintenance system for the conveyors of a production line and created a map displaying the various motors and conveyor types corresponding to each work order
• Collected and analysed data to transform work orders from time to counter based and designed macros using VBA which allow maintenance to verify whether the work order should be active based on the run time of the.
• Communicated with production personnel, technicians and contractors when writing risk reviews regarding changes converting maintenance planned to make on the production floor
• Modified the maintenance downtime board to display daily and monthly unplanned maintenance data, desired action plans and developed a system for the upkeep of the board and tracking of data using Excel
• Created a new storage drive allowing easy access to existing safety and maintenance manuals for each of the 7 production lines
• Reorganized and incorporated missing parts from machine upgrades into the Bill of Materials of production lines

Toronto, Ontario, Canada

Tottenham, Ontario, Canada

• Gained knowledge in car manufacturing processes
• Assisted with the assembly of the rear suspension of various Honda Civic models
• Proficient at using various impact wrenches and tools