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Kishankumar Patel

Windsor

Summary

Results-oriented graduate engineer with 4+ years of diverse experience in manufacturing, production, and maintenance, aspiring to obtain P. Eng. certification. Bringing a unique blend of operational, leadership, and analytical skills, I integrate L6S principles and methodologies like 5S, TPM, DMAIC, 8D, FMEA, PM, and BM for quality control and innovative process improvement. Fluent in communication, I excel in planning and supervising operations, uniquely aligning strategies with annual business goals to maximize key performance indicators.

Overview

4
4
years of professional experience

Work History

Process Specialist

Aisin Manufacturing
04.2022 - 12.2023

- Developed and implemented effective process solutions, emphasizing safety, cost reduction, and delivery efficiency.
- Thoroughly documented processes using standardized, measurable data, continuously assessing long-term effectiveness.
- Collaborated with teams to introduce process enhancements, ensuring clear understanding among operators and supervisors.
- Updated documentation, including Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA) and work instructions, to maintain accuracy.
- Designed tools for assembly and welding, such as jigs and fixtures, to streamline production processes.
- Developed clear and comprehensive operator work instructions to ensure task execution clarity and consistency.
- Managed supplier contracts for equipment acquisition, conducting in-depth cost justifications for efficient resource allocation and ROI.

- Complied with Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) guidelines while designing new production processes and methods.

Jr. Mechanical Engineer

Endurance Technology
07.2019 - 11.2020

- Prepared detailed engineering documents, including process flow diagrams, PFMEA & DFMEA, engineering change orders, drawing documentation, dimensional result reports, and Bill of Materials (BOM) for PPAP.
- Led process improvement initiatives by conducting 5-why and root-cause analysis, identifying bottlenecks through value stream analysis.
- Conducted design calculations based on established specifications and produced AutoCAD drawings aligning with key product deliverables.
- Facilitated effective communication with suppliers and customers, resolving quality issues related to defects, GD&T, and materials by providing technical support.
- Engaged in customer meetings, delivering project updates, and ensuring adherence to ISO 9001:2015 & IATF 16949 quality management systems throughout the product development process.

Education

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Option

University of Windsor
Windsor, ON
04.2022

Bachelor of Science - Automobile Engineering

A.D. Patel Institute of Technology
Anand, Gujarat, India
05.2019

Skills

  • Manufacturing Processes
  • Microsoft Office
  • Quality Standards
  • Dassault Systemes CATIA
  • the MathWorks MATLAB
  • Process Evaluations
  • Statistical Process Control
  • Quality Assurance

Projects

• ATV Design Engineer-BAJA SAE INDIA
- Responsible for Whole Vehicle CAE and Maintaining Project plan and purchasing to ensure budgetary.
- Designed an Uprights & Roll-Cage in Catia V5 and Ensuring designs meet with all regulatory requirements.
- Responsible for Designing the Custom steering block including Rack and Pinion using Hand Calculations.
- Carried out activities like CVP, FMEA and DFMEA Validate the process of design maturation.
- Supported various team members to carry out analytical calculations For Chassis Forces, Steering racks, suspension system also designing Suspension Arms and report the Progress to the chief Manager.
- Performed Extensive FEA Analysis using Ansys Workbench to determine the Safety factor of components.
- Engaged with suppliers and technical partners to have Parts fabricated for CAD models with best manufacturing methods, reviewed feasibility and sorted material procurements and fabrication invoices.

Timeline

Process Specialist

Aisin Manufacturing
04.2022 - 12.2023

Jr. Mechanical Engineer

Endurance Technology
07.2019 - 11.2020

Master of Science - Mechanical Engineering - Automotive Option

University of Windsor

Bachelor of Science - Automobile Engineering

A.D. Patel Institute of Technology
Kishankumar Patel