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Brampton, Ontario, Canada

• Operated and monitored production equipment, ensuring efficient manufacturing processes while collaborating withcross-functional teams to meet project deadlines.
• Conducted quality inspections and repairs for Dodge Charger and Challenger vehicles, ensuring ASME complianceand supporting project goals through attention to detail and quality assurance.
• Executed TPM (Total preventive maintenance) tasks on machinery, ensuring the optimal performance andextending equipment lifespan by 20%, which reduced operational downtime by 15%.
• Contributed to continuous improvement initiatives by providing lean suggestions to counter the downtime andincrease productivity.
• Ensured the implementation of health and safety protocols, including safe lifting techniques and lockout/tag-outprocedures.

Mississauga, Ontario, Canada

• Manufactured Stabilized Aluminum Foam developed innovative molten metal composites for nuclear,military, architectural, and automotive applications, enhancing product performance and client satisfaction.
• Compiled and analyzed test data to validate engineering requirements and prepared Stabilized Aluminum Foamsheets for nuclear power plant applications using various machining processes.
• Conducted welding inspections and root cause analysis for defect identification, ensuring ASME compliance, whileperforming mechanical and corrosion testing.
• Identified and calculated rework time to estimate the cost of poor quality (COPQ) and reduce ’Muda’(waste) by implementing corrective action plans.
• Supported overhead crane operations and maintained accurate inspection records, generating reports to trackquality metrics and identify improvements.

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

• Carried out routine inspections and executed preventive maintenance on industrial equipment, ensuring optimalfunctionality and reducing unplanned downtime by 20%.
• Quickly identified issues in machinery or systems using various inspection methods like visual inspection, NDT, Dyepenetrant testing, UT(Ultrasonic testing).
• Performed pipe fitting and related tasks during equipment installations and repairs.
• Proficient in using hand and power tools, ensuring precision and safe maintenance practices.
• Ensured compliance with environmental regulations and safety standards throughout all maintenance activities,prioritizing workplace safety and environmental sustainability.

Ahmedabad, Gujarat, India

• Implemented quality control systems using PDCA and effective root cause analysis to improve process quality andminimize recheck and rework losses.
• Conducted regular oil and gas facility inspections to identify potential hazards and ensure compliance with safetyregulations.
• Skilled in interpreting complex technical drawings and schematics to facilitate accurate project implementation andtroubleshooting.
• Use diagnostic tools and techniques such as vibration analysis, thermal imaging, and oil analysis to detectunderlying issues.
• Maintained accurate records and ensured adherence to SOPs for precise and reliable testing.

Diploma Of Education, Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor'S Degree, Mechanical Engineering