Dharam Bhadur S Parmar
Brampton,Canada
Summary
Manufacturing professional with expertise in developing and monitoring rubber compounds. Demonstrated success in optimizing production processes and collaborating with cross-functional teams to improve efficiency and minimize scrap rates. Committed to supporting operational excellence initiatives and driving continuous improvement.
Overview
28
28
years of professional experience
Work History
Compound And Process Specialist
Hamilton Kent
06.2014 - Current
- Develop and Monitor performance of different Rubber compounds ( IR, IR/SBR, EPDM, Neoprene , Nitrile , TPV)
- Collaborated with raw material suppliers and HK Innovation Department to develop new rubber compounds meeting customer requirements and modified existing compounds in response to raw material availability changes.
- Plan, Direct and Coordinate the efficient use of facilities, equipment, materials
- Collaborated with plant engineering to define requirements for smooth processes during machinery procurement or relocation.
- Assist Production Dept. to achieve outputs with minimum scrap and corporate objectives.
- Resolved operational issues through daily troubleshooting and supported tool and die developers in creating new dies and molds.
- Train new employees in Extrusion, Molding, Inj. Molding, Fabrication.
- Prepare required reports for review by senior management.
- Supported Operation Excellence team in implementing best practices across both HK facilities.
Process Specialist
Hamilton Kent
05.2002 - 06.2014
- Troubleshot existing profiles and rubber compounds in extrusion molding, injection molding, and fabrication to resolve production issues.
- Established proper processes to increase average productivity.
- Assisted compounding manager in troubleshooting existing compounds and developing new compounds to enhance product quality.
- Supported production department in achieving output goals while minimizing scrap to align with corporate objectives.
- Collaborated with tool and die developers to create new dies and molds.
- Train new employees in Extrusion, Molding, Inj. Molding.
Crew Chief
Hamilton Kent
01.1999 - 05.2002
- Identified quality issues and formulated action plans to rectify problems and maintain machinery, ensuring product quality standards were met
- Executed supervisor instructions and adhered to standard operating procedures to ensure compliance and operational consistency
- Ensured scheduled goals were met and projected goals maintained to support production targets
- Operating Extruder With Microwave line and salt bath line, Quality check
- Adheres to plant health, safety and environmental procedures at all times to secure a safe and efficient workplace.
Machine Operator
Hamilton Kent
04.1998 - 01.1999
- Operated splicing machine to ensure quality standards
- Followed lead hand instructions to ensure task completion and adhered to standard operating procedures
- Operated production machinery to ensure efficient workflow and quality output.
- Monitored equipment performance and performed routine maintenance as needed.
- Collaborated with team members to optimize production processes and reduce downtime.
Education
Advance Rubber Course -
Correspondence Course
Akron University01-2002
Certified Microsoft Unix and Cisco Network Courses -
01-2001
Certified Radio communication officer -
Govt. of INDIA
01-1991
Bachelor of Science - Biology
D. A. V College
Jalandhar, Punjab , India04-1987
Skills
- Extrusion and injection molding
- Compression molding processes
- Rubber mixing and testing
- ASTM and CSA standards
- ISO 9001 certifications
- Measuring equipment expertise
- Caliper and micrometer use
- Rheometer operation
- Manufacturing software proficiency
- Troubleshooting and problem-solving
- Collaborative project coordination
- Leadership in operational strategy
- Equipment maintenance strategies
Training
- Certified ISO 9001 Internal Auditor
- Rubber Technology (Certificate)
- MS Excel 97, Advanced (Certificate)
- Forklift Operation
- Brain Tracy-The high Performance Management Training Program
Timeline
Compound And Process Specialist
Hamilton Kent
06.2014 - Current
Process Specialist
Hamilton Kent
05.2002 - 06.2014
Crew Chief
Hamilton Kent
01.1999 - 05.2002
Machine Operator
Hamilton Kent
04.1998 - 01.1999
Advance Rubber Course -
Correspondence Course
Certified Microsoft Unix and Cisco Network Courses -
Certified Radio communication officer -
Govt. of INDIA
Bachelor of Science - Biology
D. A. V College