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Rishabh Awasthi

Summary

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering with 12 years of experience in Operations Planning, Assembly, Maintenance Processes and Process Engineering. Currently pursuing an MBA from Carleton University with expected completion in October’2025. Recently obtained EIT status from Professional Engineers Ontario and actively working towards earning the P. Eng license. Proven skills in process streamlining and procedures to facilitate robust assembly management systems. Six Sigma Green Belt Certified. Demonstrated capability in developing process standards for line setups of new products and Proficient in meeting production schedules routinely while keeping the production plan in check, bringing about significant reductions, and deploying process improvement strategies. An effective communicator with excellent analytical and problem-solving skills.

Experienced coordinator with strong focus on team collaboration and achieving results. Skilled in project management, communication, and problem-solving. Known for flexibility with changing needs and reliability in delivering outcomes. Prepared to make significant impact in dynamic environment.

Overview

13
13
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

LAUNCH COORDINATOR

FCA CANADA (STELLANTIS)
01.2024 - Current
  • Managing project schedules and coordinating with cross-functional teams as part of the Battery Tray Launch Team for a new vehicle, ensuring successful execution of milestones
  • Collaborating with engineering, suppliers, and metrology teams to prioritize critical tasks and integrate requirements into manufacturing processes, maintaining alignment with project timelines and quality standards
  • Leading the launch activities, implemented, and tracked design and process changes from Engineering/Supplier Teams, and mitigated risks by identifying opportunities for process optimization and equipment readiness
  • Preparing and communicating comprehensive project updates and reports to senior management, highlighting blockers, progress, and cost management improvements
  • Develop in-depth knowledge of battery tray production processes and advanced manufacturing technologies, enabling proactive risk management and productivity improvements

BUSINESS UNIT LEADER

FCA CANADA (STELLANTIS)
03.2020 - 12.2024
  • Directed and built a high-performing team of 3 direct reports, 4 team leaders, and over 60 employees, consistently achieving daily production goals while maintaining quality, safety, and maintenance standards in the BIW/Stamping department
  • Oversaw preventive and corrective maintenance activities using CMMS, ensuring compliance with OSHA and SPW standards, and conducted weekly safety audits to promote and maintain a safe workplace
  • Managed a team of 35 unionized operators in the DDHF department of the Brampton Assembly Plant
  • Led a team of 8 skilled trades for optimizing throughput time by reducing line losses
  • Followed WCM standards and continuously sought improvements in all areas
  • PLO in charge of HOOD and DOOR line, managing all AM/PM activities related to the line and generating work orders in CMMS
  • Planned and led continuous improvement projects to increase overall efficiency using root cause analysis techniques and supporting related automation and manufacturing operation controls
  • Set and enforced safety standards (OHSA regulations), raising, and resolving safety concerns with a target of zero injuries
  • Selected Accomplishments:
  • Reduced scrap costs and improved productivity by leading projects through design validation, process development, and final implementation
  • Developed training programs and dexterity room for upgrades reducing A surface defects by 15%
  • Completed multiple optimization initiatives, reducing over-cycle times on key production stations using Lean/WCM techniques, achieving annual savings of $300,000
  • Enhanced team performance and technical skills through structured training programs for new equipment and advanced production techniques
  • Successfully prepared and managed the department's CAPEX and Operating Budget, implementing cost-control measures that improved overall efficiency
  • Played an integral role in helping define company values and culture that foster employee engagement.
  • Implemented data-driven decision-making practices to guide business strategy and direction.

SUPERVISOR

UTIL CANADA
05.2019 - 03.2020
  • Managed a team of 25 operators on the Fine Blanking and Secondary Operations line and 10 skilled trades in a unionized facility
  • Maintained floor safety by conducting daily safety audits and weekly risk assessments with CFT formation and timely closure of issues identified through HIRA
  • Worked on Lean implementation projects and reducing downtime for FB press with the EFESO team
  • Created and implemented visual SOP system for 8 fine blanking presses in the department resulting in reduction of training and throughput time
  • Developed comprehensive training program for new hires, significantly reducing learning curve and integrating them into team quickly.

ASSISTANT MANAGER

JCB PVT LTD.
07.2016 - 01.2019
  • Led a team of 4 direct reports and a team of 50 members effectively for Wheel Loading Shovel assembly and final inspection department of Wheel Loading Shovels and Excavators
  • Provided necessary aid to the assembly line for enhancing the quality of the rolled-out product
  • Managed a team of 15+ quality inspectors and associates for daily targets and dispatching of Excavators and Wheel Loading Shovels
  • Managed daily sign-off targets and delivery prioritization, performing line balancing as per changes in production requirements to improve productivity
  • Administered daily DPR TPM activities, resolving issues through Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, 4C, 8D, and SOP revisions
  • Recorded SAP transactions daily for the declaration of sign-off numbers
  • Responsible for continuous improvements by identifying wastes in the system through lean management and updating PFMEA for processes

ASSISTANT MANAGER

MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA
06.2013 - 07.2016
  • Acted as the Shift In-charge in Pre-Paint Assembly of Tractor Chassis and Harvester’s
  • Managed a team of 80 members efficiently in Tractor Assembly and 50 members in Harvester Assembly
  • Regular safety reviews and countermeasures through risk assessments
  • Monitored production quality, cost, delivery, safety, and absenteeism effectively through DWM
  • Managed various TQM and TPM activities in the assembly shop
  • Collaborated with other departments for the smooth flow of production operations
  • Worked closely with the maintenance department to avoid downtime caused by machine breakdowns

Assistant Service Manager

JAECO REBUILDING SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
08.2012 - 05.2013
  • Handled a team of 30 service engineers and technicians of CRDI and FIP workshop
  • Generated and completed CAPEX for shop floor consumables and maintaining training records

Education

MBA -

Carleton University
10-2025

B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering

Amritsar College of Engineering & Technology
01.2012

Skills

  • Leadership
  • Team Management
  • PFMEA
  • CAPA
  • CAPEX Planning
  • Line Balancing
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • 5S
  • Kaizen
  • Poka-Yoke
  • TPM
  • TQM
  • MS Office
  • SAP
  • CMMS

Summary Of Qualifications

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering, 12, MBA, Carleton University, 10/2025, EIT status from Professional Engineers Ontario, Six Sigma Green Belt Certified, Leadership / Team Management, PFMEA and CAPA, CAPEX Planning, Line Balancing and Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen & Poka-Yoke, TPM and TQM principles & activities, MS Office, SAP, CMMS

Highlights Projects

  • Completed the project of adding Wide Body Doors to the production line, saving $800,000 annually.
  • Led the successful launch of Rice Transplanter Assembly line, reducing assembly time by 20%.
  • Improved productivity of Rice Trans planter line by 20% through NVAA reduction.
  • Represented JCB India Pvt. Ltd. in the International Convention of Quality Circle - Philippines 2017 and won Gold Award.

Personal Information

Citizenship: Canadian Citizen

Certification

Six Sigma Green Belt

Timeline

LAUNCH COORDINATOR

FCA CANADA (STELLANTIS)
01.2024 - Current

BUSINESS UNIT LEADER

FCA CANADA (STELLANTIS)
03.2020 - 12.2024

SUPERVISOR

UTIL CANADA
05.2019 - 03.2020

ASSISTANT MANAGER

JCB PVT LTD.
07.2016 - 01.2019

ASSISTANT MANAGER

MAHINDRA & MAHINDRA
06.2013 - 07.2016

Assistant Service Manager

JAECO REBUILDING SYSTEMS PVT. LTD.
08.2012 - 05.2013

MBA -

Carleton University

B. Tech - Mechanical Engineering

Amritsar College of Engineering & Technology

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