Jitenkumar Patel
Production & Quality Engineer
Piscataway,NJ
Summary
Highly motivated Production Engineer with comprehensive experience in process improvement, quality assurance and manufacturing. Exceptionally talented at investigating and sourcing new equipment and identifying and addressing technical issues. Dynamic professional possessing excellent planning, executing and monitoring capabilities.
Overview
19
19
years of professional experience
Work History
PRODUCTION & QUALITY ENGINEER
RALLI AGROTECH LIMITED
06.2010 - 06.2024
- Monitored incoming materials, components, and products for conformance to specifications.
- Evaluated vendors' performance by performing supplier audits on a regular basis.
- Ensured that all equipment used in the production process was properly calibrated and maintained in accordance with established guidelines.
- Investigated customer complaints and identified root causes of product defects.
- Maintained accurate records of inspections, tests, calibrations, and other activities associated with ensuring product quality.
- Performed process capability studies to optimize manufacturing methods.
- Recommended changes in work instructions or operating procedures when necessary for improved product quality.
- Verified that finished goods met or exceeded customer requirements before shipment.
- Collaborated with other departments such as Engineering, Manufacturing, and Purchasing to resolve quality-related issues.
- Coordinated the implementation of corrective actions resulting from nonconformances discovered during routine inspections or testing procedures.
- Reviewed engineering drawings and specifications prior to product release.
- Demonstrated strong knowledge of company standards and protocols during inspections.
- Collaborated with quality team members and leaders to monitor conformance to quality standards.
- Managed supplier quality performance, ensuring materials met stringent quality requirements.
- Conducted training sessions on quality standards and procedures for new employees and team members.
- Reviewed customer feedback and complaints to identify quality issues and improvement opportunities.
- Prepared reports detailing data analysis along with prospective solutions, benefits and costs.
- Developed and tested models of alternate designs or processing methods to assess feasibility.
- Created and maintained process and production documentation.
- Researched, designed and installed mechanical products or equipment to meet requirements.
- Assessed operations and made key suggestions to implement more cost-effective processes and lean manufacturing principles.
- Wrote performance requirements for product development or engineering projects.
- Participated in product development meetings, providing input on quality considerations.
- Implemented corrective and preventive actions to address non-conformities identified during quality inspections.
- Generated reports detailing production quality data on a weekly basis.
- Assisted in troubleshooting production line issues related to product quality or design flaws.
- Developed corrective action plans to prevent future issues from occurring.
- Trained personnel on proper inspection techniques for measuring parts during the assembly process.
PRODUCTION ENGINEER
SOLAR ENERGY DEVELOPMENT & SERVICESICES,VALSAD
01.2009 - 05.2010
- Prepared technical documents including user manuals, installation guides, test protocols.
- Assisted in troubleshooting complex problems associated with the design or function of a product or system.
- Implemented lean manufacturing techniques such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, to reduce waste and improve productivity.
- Supervised daily operations in the factory ensuring that all tasks are completed according to schedule.
- Monitored production operations to ensure compliance with safety regulations and quality standards.
- Designed jigs, fixtures, tools, gauges and other equipment needed for the efficient manufacture of products.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to production engineering.
- Trained personnel in the operation of specialized machinery and best practices for using it safely.
- Maintained all machines and equipment and handled the repairs.
- Compiled and submitted monthly and yearly reports.
- Oversaw production process and prepared proper documentation for dispatch.
- Oversaw transmission of engineering specifications, instructions and processes guidelines to enhance administrative efficiency and eliminate unnecessary physical records.
- Established design and fabrication parameters and interpreted tests to verify adherence.
- Monitored production processes and adjusted schedules.
- Recommended testing conditions and industry standards to test validity.
- Provided technical guidance to junior engineers on complex engineering projects.
- Provided technical support to internal departments such as Quality Assurance, Research and Development.
Process Engineer
GOLD SEAL AVON POLYMER PVT LIMITED
03.2008 - 12.2008
- 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.
- Identified bottlenecks in the production line through capacity analysis studies, increasing overall throughput rates as a result.
- Reduced production downtime by conducting thorough root cause analyses and implementing corrective actions.
- Championed and facilitated kaizen events to drive continuous improvement efforts throughout the organization, resulting in a culture of operational excellence.
- Developed documentation, diagrams, and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards.
- Met weekly with team members to discuss project implementations and alleviate any issues.
- Reviewed processes, identifying areas requiring improvement.
- Conducted root cause analyses for process failures, implementing solutions to prevent recurrence.
- Wrote safety procedures for industrial facilities, enforcing or exceeding industry standards.
- Coordinated with quality assurance to address and rectify customer complaints, ensuring customer satisfaction.
- Prepared scope of work documentation for use in project planning
- Provided technical support for troubleshooting equipment issues, maintaining plant reliability and minimizing operational disruptions.
Production Engineer
EXCEL GRAPHICS PRIVATE LIMITED
06.2005 - 02.2008
- Provided technical support to troubleshoot equipment issues, minimizing downtime and maintaining production targets.
- Improved production efficiency by developing and implementing new manufacturing processes.
- Increased production volume, optimizing equipment layouts for maximum efficiency.
- Completed and submitted monthly and yearly reports to support executive decision making.
- Managed production schedules, ensuring timely delivery of products while maintaining high quality standards.
- Inspected all machines and equipment and provided necessary repairs.
- Created engineering documentation for manufacturing processes, equipment specifications and change notices.
- Reduced machine downtime, conducting regular preventative maintenance and updates.
- Developed products and prototypes for various types of product designs.
- Resolved technical and quality issues by collaborating with customer, manufacturing, quality assurance, vendors and supplier personnel.
- Trained team on best practices to optimize production and improve quality.
- Performed root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Production Engineering
DR.J.J.Magdum College of Engineering.
04-2005
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING - Mechanical Engineering
S V Patel Polytecnic
BARDOLI.STATE GUJARAT.INDIA04-2000
Skills
- Documentation And Reporting
- Root Cause Analysis
- Materials Inspection
- Inspection Processes
- Quality processes
- Quality Assurance
- Process Validation
- Non-conformance processes
- Corrective Action Planning
- Engineering support
- Quality Management Systems
- Non-conformance reporting
- Calibration and Metrology
- Quality Documentation Control
- Excellent Communication
- Corrective and Preventive Actions
- Continuous improvement strategies
- Production part approval process
- Process Capability Studies
Making friends,Playing Cricket,listening music, Reading news/magazines/ books, swimming
Your hobby could be anything but just having something that you enthusiastically wait to do fills you with sense of happiness.Even better,taking time to indulge in what you love doing boosts your physical and mental health
Languages
Gujarati
Native or Bilingual
Hindi
Full Professional
Marathi
Limited Working
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Timeline
PRODUCTION & QUALITY ENGINEER
RALLI AGROTECH LIMITED
06.2010 - 06.2024
PRODUCTION ENGINEER
SOLAR ENERGY DEVELOPMENT & SERVICESICES,VALSAD
01.2009 - 05.2010
Process Engineer
GOLD SEAL AVON POLYMER PVT LIMITED
03.2008 - 12.2008
Production Engineer
EXCEL GRAPHICS PRIVATE LIMITED
06.2005 - 02.2008
Bachelor of Engineering - Production Engineering
DR.J.J.Magdum College of Engineering.
MECHANICAL ENGINEERING - Mechanical Engineering
S V Patel Polytecnic
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