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Jakir Shaikh

Engineering
Juneau,WI

Summary

Manufacturing Engineering Manager with 30 years of experience specializing in optimizing operations, leading teams, complex problem-solving, and streamlining processes. Excel in capital planning, budgeting, and operational enhancements with a proven track record in waste reduction and data-driven strategies implementation. Known for forward-thinking approach and strong communication skills. Dedicated engineering professional with background in manufacturing, automation, and production planning.

Overview

32
32
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
2
2
Languages

Work History

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

PFERD Inc.
Milwaukee, Wisconsin
03.2013 - 02.2025

• Designed and implemented new processing equipment for current and new products, resulting in a reduction of manufacturing costs by 30%. • Reduced and controlled tooling costs for manufacturing through lean processing of the Kanban system by 25% to 30%. • Project management for the laser marking system.

  • Trained and mentored junior engineers, fostering a culture of continuous learning and professional development within the team.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to develop innovative solutions for complex engineering challenges.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on defective products, leading to targeted improvements in manufacturing processes.
  • Applied project management metrics and tools in oversight of engineering and manufacturing projects and program services.
  • Supervised product development and introduction of prototypes for new brush designs.

Manufacturing/Product Engineer

Alto-Shaam
Menominee Falls, Wisconsin
01.2003 - 06.2009

Combitherrm Combi, Convection Oven and Rotisserie Oven Products.
Worked with R&D Engineers to launch new products assisting in the design of more efficient MFG processes
Managed R&D lab work schedule and Lab Technicians. Consisting of weekly progress report to ensure montly metrics targets were met
Designed assembly lines which utilize lean MFG principle to improve the throughput in production.

Engineer

Signicast
Hartford, WI
03.2000 - 01.2003
  • Design and implementation of new robotic equipment for automated Cells (Mod-3 and Mod-5)
  • Managed and directed 4 design Engineers and 2 processing Engineers for all robotic projects
  • Managed Tool & Die room team
  • Design/assisted Robotic wax dip cells and assembly lines to reduce work related injury
  • Assisted in writing code for robotic cell

Intern/ Marine Engineer

Haliburton International Inc.
08.1993 - 08.1999
  • Offshore drilling(International)
  • Trained and oversight of lower grade engineers and lower crewmen
  • Maintained and rebuild of Main Engines,Aux Engines, High pressure Boiler and Pumps
  • Carried out the duty and responsibilities of 2nd and 3rd Engineer on Crude oil tanker, Refrigerator cargo ship, Bulk carrier ship , Container carrier and Car Carrier ship

Education

Marine Engineering - Engineering

Dove Sheerness College
United Kingdom
05.2001 - 1998

Masters - Mechanical Engineering

Kohinoor College
Mumbai
03.1996

Skills

Proficient in SolidWorks and Inventor

Certified first Responder

Practical Knowledge of SQL, ICON, Pro SE, AutoCAD, Access data base,Excel,PLC, Universal Robots-programming, and scripting languages-PYTHON

Ability to convert technical knowledge into engineered solutions

Skilled in design techniques

Capable of evolving elegant solutions to problem in quick time by fostering collaborative and participative behavior in the team and across team

Ceaseless desire to improve how things get done

Effective critical thinker

Clam, rational demeanor under presSure Having a sense of humor helps!

Certification

Project Management/R&D Engineer

Accomplishments

  • Design
    Responsible for creative design for prominent Swage hubbing, Smart hydraulic presses
  • Process Improvement
    Created new departmental procedures manual. Assessed organizational training needs
  • Improved instrument MTBF through data collection, root cause analysis and corrective action procedures(Hubbing)
  • Design
    Responsible for creative design for prominent (Carbide tooling, New hub)
  • Lead all capitol improvement projects of an annual cost savings (new equipment(Knot machine,Laser,Assembly press's)$ 6 figures plus

Timeline

Manufacturing Engineering Manager

PFERD Inc.
03.2013 - 02.2025

Manufacturing/Product Engineer

Alto-Shaam
01.2003 - 06.2009

Marine Engineering - Engineering

Dove Sheerness College
05.2001 - 1998

Engineer

Signicast
03.2000 - 01.2003

Intern/ Marine Engineer

Haliburton International Inc.
08.1993 - 08.1999

Masters - Mechanical Engineering

Kohinoor College
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