Prashant Zaware Email & Phone Number

Mumbai, Mh, In

India

Leading the Innovation CenterEstablished and led the innovation center, resulting increase in new product introductions and an improvement in design efficiency.Championed the integration of modern technologies and conventional practices in jewelry design, creating the innovation center as a benchmark.New Product DevelopmentLed the ideation and development of three successful jewelry collections, resulting in a 10% expansion of the product portfolioInnovative Materials Integration: Successfully integrated innovative materials, increasing customer engagement.Led the exploration and integration of cutting-edge materials, revolutionizing the design language and enhancing the overall aesthetic of jewelry pieces.Connected with suppliers to ensure a steady supply of innovative materials, maintaining a competitive edge in the dynamic jewelry market.Technology Integration: Led the adoption of the below technologies, transforming traditional jewelry design into a tech-driven aConnected with leading technology vendors to integrate the latest technology, ensuring the team remained at the forefront of technological advancements.

India

-Leading the R&D dept. Build teams with diverse skills within the R&D team Sharing & and developing more ideas promoted cross-functional collaboration Adopted agile methodologies for efficient project management Encourage iterative prototyping to test and refine ideas rapidly before scaling up. Developed a structured Innovation Framework-Innovative Jewellery Product: Developed various locking mechanisms Developed lariat with gear mechanism Developed various samples using glass enamel and ceramic. Developed various samples using titanium & steel etc.-Innovative Materials Integration Introduced innovative materials, including Stainless steel and titanium. Oversaw all aspects of the product development lifecycle, from initial ideation to market launch, resulting in a 50% increase in market share and recognition as an industry leader. -Technology and Automation Integration-Technology: Platinum casting setup Titanium casting setup Steel casting setup Advanced 5-axis CNC machine setup Hy Ceram ceramic setup Glass Enamel setup-Custom special-purpose machine: Ultrasonic cutting m/c Color stone setting m/c Chain cutting m/c-Automation: Active participation in system design and implementation team to map auto production efficiency using a systematic approach. Introduced low-cost automation in various processes like plating, and material movement. Developed product functionality testing laboratory.

India

Implemented a streamlined CAD process to increase overall manufacturing efficiency.Introduced CAM programming optimization, which increased machining accuracy and reduced material waste.

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Setting of parameters, making the CAD manual.Increased on-time delivery from 80 to 95%Daily workload planning

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India

Proficient in Rhinoceros software for 3D modeling of jewelry products.

Thane, Maharashtra, India

Tested molecular bonding structure in the lab

Pune/Pimpri-Chinchwad Area

-Worked as a Jr. Engineer in the tool room at the Automobile dies-Special Achievement: Part of the team who developed the India’s first Single roof die,-Set up the press shop at Pithampur Plant at Indore for current tempo travellers

Mumbai Suburban, Maharashtra, India

Worked as an Apprentice in the tool room at the stamping Division on high speed piercing dies