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Harshitkumar Patel

Etobicoke

Summary

A dedicated Production Technician with hands-on experience in machine operations, troubleshooting, and maintenance, seeking an opportunity to enhance skills in electrical systems and automation. Proficient in using mechanical and electrical tools, ladder logic, HMIs, and process improvements. Strong problem-solving, analytical, and teamwork abilities, with a background in Mechatronics, Instrumentation, and Control Engineering. Passionate about learning and applying electrical knowledge in industrial automation and maintenance.

Overview

3
3
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Technician

Give and Go prepared foods
Etobicoke
10.2022 - Current
  • Inspected equipment and systems to identify issues, and report problems to technicians.
  • Working with HMIs to manage robots, perform changeovers, prevent jam-ups, and improve machine efficiency.
  • Redesigned vision and product flow across the new products to enhance efficiency and performance.
  • Follow the LOTO procedure when necessary.
  • Monitor the safety of a team member in the working area.
  • Monitored machines during operation to detect sounds of malfunction, excessive vibration, and adjust machines to eliminate problems.
  • I communicated the product and machine failure details to the OEM.
  • Participating in sensor calibration, installation, and run-to-failure maintenance activities.
  • Responsible for verifying the baked products and reporting quality issues to the production operator, mixer, and supervisor.
  • Perform regular assessments of manufacturing areas to ensure all activities performed in the area are in full compliance with GMPs, SOPs, and established quality and safety standards. Ensure all observations are addressed in a timely manner.
  • Adhered to safety protocols and regulations to ensure a safe working environment for all employees.

Machine Operator

Transgear Manufacturing, Linamar Ltd
Guelph
11.2021 - 07.2022
  • Changing Tools, applying Offsets, and troubleshooting the machine
  • Checking the quality of various automobile parts with the help of Go/no gauges, vernier, caliper, and micrometer
  • Tracking quality performance, identifying problem areas in part, take actions to maintain quality
  • Maintaining the Excel sheet to maintain the records
  • Set up and run machinery to produce exceptional products for industrial needs
  • Measure and verify all calculations prior to setting up the machinery
  • Adjust the machine and repair or replace defective parts

Education

Mechatronics - Applied Manufacturing Management

Conestoga College
Guelph, ON

Instrumentation And Control - Engineeering

Gujarat Technological University
Surat, GUJ

Skills

  • Microsoft Office
  • HMI operation
  • LOTO procedure
  • Microsoft Word
  • Microsoft Excel
  • Electrical knowledge
  • Electrical tools
  • Mechanical Knowledge
  • Effective communication
  • Self-motivated
  • Time management
  • Leadership
  • Team collaboration
  • Problem-solving
  • Knowledge of CMMS
  • interpret electrical drawings

Project & Practical Experince

Automated Bottle Sorting and Handling Project

Developed an automated bottle sorting system using PLC programming, HMIS, and Solidworks for designing,  real-time monitoring, and control. Designed the system to sort bottles by height and color, then pack them in sets of six. Conducted market research, communicated with various equipment suppliers to find the best options within budget constraints. Ensured efficiency by following a structured project plan, tracking KPIs, and maintaining detailed documentation.

Skills Utilized and Developed-  Time management, Project Planning and Executing, Budgeting and Vendor coordination, PLC programming, Solidworks

Timeline

Production Technician

Give and Go prepared foods
10.2022 - Current

Machine Operator

Transgear Manufacturing, Linamar Ltd
11.2021 - 07.2022

Mechatronics - Applied Manufacturing Management

Conestoga College

Instrumentation And Control - Engineeering

Gujarat Technological University
Harshitkumar Patel