Vikesh Shah
Auckland,AUK
Summary
- Targeting senior level roles in Process Engineering, Lean Manufacturing with an organization of repute; preferably in India/ Overseas
- Conduct regular evaluations of production systems, identifying areas for improvement and implementing solutions to enhance productivity.
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt professional with over 11 years of experience in Industrial Engineering, Production Planning, streamlining Manpower, and Machines requirement across all plants, ramping-up Greenfield & Brown Field Projects within time, budget & quality parameters
- A strategic planner with competency in devising significant solutions, and overhauling of companies/ departments
- Strong problem solving & technical skills coupled with decision making for enabling effective solutions leading to high customer satisfaction and low operational cost.
- Consult Product Development on product design for Design for Assembly, design for manufacturing etc
- Drive initiatives for cost reduction, waste elimination, and process optimization while maintaining compliance with industry regulations.
- Comprehensive knowledge of developing, aligning, and integrating manufacturing strategies/ action plans in line with company's strategic and financial direction along with all stakeholders and/ or functions, as needed
- Highly skilled in tools such as Kaizen, SMED, JIT, 5S, Value Stream Mapping and visual charting of key performance indicators such as (MIS), Skill Matrix, RFT & action plan
- Spearheaded TPM launching/ implementation - improvement of machine efficiency; KPA - Target cascading effective management
- Expertise in material handling design in process to finished product.
- Proficient in leading productivity improvement through application of ergonomics, value engineering, cellular assembly lines and layout optimization.
- Communicate with operators and observe all aspects of production to determine the root cause of a problem and define the best way to solve it.
- Proven success in achieving on-time & quality delivery following Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
- Experienced Assembler knowledgeable about general warehouse operations. Works quickly and stays focused under strict deadlines. Skilled in managing multiple tasks with frequently changing priorities. Continuously projects positive attitude and seeks opportunities to help team members.
- Diligent manufacturing team member well-versed in completing product assemblies. Proven skills in reading blueprints, organizing supplies and testing product quality. Dependable team player experienced in operating and maintaining equipment.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Assembler - RAC-ACL Vision Line
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
- Set-up all station as per SOP
- Inspiratory tube (Blue) assembly with Heater wire and retainer as per SOP on assembly station and check of quality
- Expiratory tube (White) assembly with Heater wire, Connector outer, Connector Inner and Elbow Connector as per SOP on assembly station and check of quality
- Inspiratory tube (Blue) assembly with Y-piece assembly and 3 single clip and check of Quality
- Inspiratory tube and Expiratory tube assembly with 1 Double clip and orange tag and Check of Quality
- Inspiratory and Expiratory tube with Evaqua tube (Dry line) test on Pneumatic testing machine as per SOP
- Knitting activity-Day sticker and Hanger packing in small plastic bag and Filter and chamber arrange on 10 nos. Workstation
- Accepted tube on Testing Machine after taking off all tube and Dry line, filter, Chamber and knitting kit packed on Packaging bag as per Sop and Checked all assembly items and checked of Quality
- Every time visually check of quality and Packaging bag seal on sealing machine and label place on bag
- Monitoring of packaging cardboard box quality and right label on place as per SOP
- Every time visually check of quality and right label of every pallet and Box sealing activity and proper put on Pallet as per SOP
- Follow the Health and Safety rules
- Increased production efficiency by assembling components quickly and accurately.
- Enhanced workplace safety by maintaining a clean and organized work area at all times.
- Maintained high-quality standards with thorough inspections of assembled parts.
- Demonstrated a strong work ethic by consistently arriving on time, prepared to begin work immediately, and contributing positively to the team''s overall success.
- Assembled components with minimal supervision, exceeding expected project milestones.
- Established strong relationships with supervisors and managers through consistent communication regarding progress updates, concerns, or areas for potential improvement.
- Contributed to a positive work environment by offering assistance when needed and maintaining open communication with colleagues.
Machine Operator
OPAL Kiwi Packaging New Zealand Limited
05.2024 - 08.2024
- Crew member of Corrugator board production line and Box Converting machine
- Set-up Corrugator Board line-up area
- Every new set-up check and Every hour Corrugator Board dimension and MD shear stiffness by Machine
- Every Corrugator board visually quality check like Creases, Wrap, Delamination, Correct flute /Board/Paper and Glue on edges
- Every new lot place right label on lot and right number place on system and send this location by conveyor
- Set-up print and die cut sections of die cutters in accordance with proper setup techniques
- Ensure all bolts on cutting dies are in place and tightly secured
- Inspect all dies before and after running to ensure that any necessary repairs are made before the next run
- Monitoring box quality, including but not limited to lose liner, wrap, correct size and print
- Set-up Stacker machine as per customer pallets designs and assemble of the box
- Every time visually check of quality and right label of every pallet.
- Streamlined workflow by maintaining a clean and organized workstation, adhering to safety protocols.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and improve overall performance.
- Maintained open communication lines with supervisors regarding project status updates, potential delays, or any concerns affecting production timelines.
Process Operator
LSG Sky Chefs New Zealand Limited
12.2023 - 03.2024
- Set-up and arrangement of Different Airline cart as per Dishwasher line
- International food waste throws in Compactor machine
- Different airline cart inside and wheel check and after push in the washer oven
- Dish wash area catcher activity- On line all cutlery items catching from Dish wash oven conveyor
- Sort out and arrangement and put in Plastic bin as per Different Airline Cutlery items
- Follow the Food and Safety rules
- Cleaning equipment and housekeeping
Conversion Machine Operator
Amcor Flexibles New Zealand Limited
08.2023 - 11.2023
- Set-up Machine and Changeover equipment as per Product layout
- Product quality check as per Customer need.
- Set up and adjusted equipment and properly configured machines for daily operation.
- Hourly production report monitoring as per Production Process
- Machine checklist prepared
- Preventive Maintenance activity and Ability to trouble shoot equipment issue
- Packing activity as per Customer requirement
- Follow plant safety policies and procedures
- Cleaning equipment and housekeeping
- Followed detailed instructions to operate machines with accuracy and produce quality products.
- Achieved significant reduction in setup times by developing quicker changeover procedures.
Senior Industrial & Process Engineer
Munjal Auto Industries Limited
09.2011 - 05.2023
- Participated in project reviews to enable ongoing status tracking and reporting.
- Implemented standardized work instructions, enhancing operator understanding of critical tasks and improving workflow consistency.
- Identified bottlenecks in the production line through capacity analysis studies, increasing overall throughput rates as a result.
- Implemented continuous improvement program, leading to sustained enhancements in process efficiency and product quality.
- Optimized production processes, resulting in increased efficiency and reduced waste.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop and implement process changes.
- Provided technical assistance to production team when issues arose.
- Evaluated new technologies and equipment upgrades to enhance overall process capabilities, ensuring market competitiveness.
- Coordinated with suppliers to resolve raw material issues affecting production schedules.
- Optimized manufacturing processes by implementing continuous improvement initiatives and lean methodologies.
Maintenance Engineer
KDL Biotech Engineering Ltd.
04.2010 - 09.2011
- Supervised the chilling plant and boiler house in the utility department
- Reduced downtime through efficient troubleshooting and root cause analysis of equipment failures.
- Prepared maintenance report of the various production plants
- Ensured preventive maintenance as per schedule of utility equipment
- Reviewed technical documentation to complete equipment maintenance and repair.
- Played a key role in arranging spare parts
- Performed maintenance and troubleshooting of Voltas and KC-6 Kirloskar chilled water plants operation and maintenance
- Managed routine maintenance of air compressor, boiler, chilling plants, and cooling towers on a daily basis.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Malwa Institute of Technology
R.G.P.V.-Bhopal,India01.2009
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
R.C. Technical Institute
Ahmedabad, Gujarat01.2006
Skills
- Industrial Engineering
- Process Engineering
- Continuous Improvement
- Greenfield Project Planning
- Execution
- Resource Forecasting
- Optimization
- Lean Manufacturing
- Material Management
- Cost Optimization
- Team Building
- Leadership
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office
- Windows XP
- Result-oriented
- Proactive-approach
- Analytical
- Logical
- Problem-solver
- Communicator
- Assembly and production
- Repetitive Work
- Workplace Safety
- Manufacturing
- Machine Operation
- Quality Assurance
- Waste Reduction
- Quality Assurance Controls
- Knowledge of metal parts and assemblies
- Operations Support
- Problem-Solving
- Time Management
- Inventory Management
Languages
English
Hindi
Gujarati
Training
- Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, TUV SUD South Asia, Vadodara, 02/01/17
- Basic of Japanese Productivity Improvement, The Overseas Human Resources and Industry Development Association [HIDA], Japan, 02/01/13
- AutoCAD and CNC Technology Training, INDO - German Tool Room, Indore, 01/01/07
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 12/24/85
- Nationality: Indian
- Visa Status: Open New Zealand work visa until 07/2026
Certification
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from TUV SUD South Asia at Vadodara ,Gujarat-India in Feb’17
Interests
- Reading
- Playing Sports
Timeline
Assembler - RAC-ACL Vision Line
Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
08.2024 - Current
Machine Operator
OPAL Kiwi Packaging New Zealand Limited
05.2024 - 08.2024
Process Operator
LSG Sky Chefs New Zealand Limited
12.2023 - 03.2024
Conversion Machine Operator
Amcor Flexibles New Zealand Limited
08.2023 - 11.2023
Senior Industrial & Process Engineer
Munjal Auto Industries Limited
09.2011 - 05.2023
Maintenance Engineer
KDL Biotech Engineering Ltd.
04.2010 - 09.2011
Lean Six Sigma Green Belt from TUV SUD South Asia at Vadodara ,Gujarat-India in Feb’17
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Malwa Institute of Technology
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
R.C. Technical Institute
Similar Profiles
Toefiliga SuaToefiliga Sua
Production Line Worker at Fisher & Paykel HealthcareProduction Line Worker at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
Fuatino Christina SikoFuatino Christina Siko
Assembly Line Production Worker at Fisher & Paykel HealthcareAssembly Line Production Worker at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare
Dayton GilbertDayton Gilbert
Material Handler at Fisher & Paykel HealthcareMaterial Handler at Fisher & Paykel Healthcare