Praneel Kumar
Edmonton,AB
Summary
Committed job seeker with a history of meeting company needs with consistent and organized practices. Skilled in working under pressure and adapting to new situations and challenges to best enhance the organizational brand.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Manager
Infocus Energy Services
Edmonton, AB
02.2018 - 08.2023
- Setup new Manufacturing Department in this Company. Assist in new Machinery purchase, Floor plan and Installation. Equipment included: VDF 560, Hurco VMX 6030i, Haas TL-1(used), Band saw and Manual Mill.
- Maintained accurate records of all activities related to manufacturing operations.
- Established and maintained quality control standards throughout the manufacturing process.
- Managed day-to-day operations including scheduling shifts, outsourcing, assigning tasks, monitoring progress.
- Implemented Lean Manufacturing practices and continuous improvement initiatives to increase productivity while reducing costs.
- Scheduled preventive maintenance programs for machines used in production lines.
- Resolved any issues arising from machine breakdowns or delays in supply chain promptly.
- Hired and managed staff.
- Coordinated with engineering, inventory control, and other departments to ensure that all operational requirements were met.
- Identified areas of improvement within existing processes or systems for increased efficiency.
- Organized training sessions for staff members on usage of machinery and equipment safely.
- Conducted regular safety inspections of factory equipment to identify potential hazards and risks.
- Provided guidance and mentorship to junior members of the manufacturing team.
- Analyzed product specifications and determined the most efficient production methods for various products.
- Completed internal audits with efficiency and accuracy.
- Purchased and monitored inventory levels of raw materials, supplies, finished goods, tools and API Gauges.
- Collaborated with suppliers to negotiate better terms for raw material procurement.
Lead Hand Machinist
Cougar Drilling Solutions
Edmonton, AB
09.2015 - 02.2018
- Set up and operated various machine tools to produce precision parts and instruments. VDF 560 dus, Tong Tai slant bed lathe w/live tooling, Anayak Mill/ Hyundai Mill (Siemens control) and CNC Slotter.
- Machining operations included: Turning,Grooving, Deep hole boring, drilling, Tight tolerances/ high quality finish and various API threading including casing threads. Milling operations including Internal and external splines.
- Trained new employees in the use of machinery used in the manufacturing process.
- Performed 1st off quality control checks on products.
- Fabricated tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Provided guidance to team members on best practices for their tasks and duties.
- Identified areas for improvement in workflow processes.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency in the workplace. Improved and maintained Lean Manufacturing practices.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Implemented new procedures to streamline operations and improve productivity.
Lead Hand Machinist
Norquest Industries Inc.
Edmonton, AB
02.2010 - 08.2015
- Setup and operated Weiler E70, E50 and E90(Siemens Control). Brief experience on Mazak Nexus MY slant bed lathe.
- Machining operations included: Turning,Grooving, Deep hole boring, drilling, Tight tolerances/ high quality finish and various API threading including casing threads.
- Trained employees on company procedures and worksite safety.
- Provided guidance to team members on best practices for their tasks and duties.
- Identified areas for improvement in workflow processes.
- Developed strategies for improving efficiency in the workplace.
- Ensured that all safety protocols were followed at all times.
- Performed 1st off quality control checks on peers. Provide 100% dimensional checklist for certain customers.
Machinist/Shift Foreman
Cougar Drilling Solutions
Edmonton, AB
05.2003 - 01.2010
- Started my career as an Apprentice Machinist. Obtained my journeyman Red Seal Certification. Promoted to Lead hand Machinist then shift foreman shortly after.
- Setup and operated VDF 560 dus, Mazak Nexus MY slant bed, Anayak Mill, Hyundai Mill, Kia Slant bed, Manual Lathe/Mill ,Radial Arm Drill and shapers.
- Machining operations included: Turning,Grooving, Deep hole boring, drilling and tapping,Helical and spline Milling, Tight tolerances/ high quality finish and various API threading including thread chasing and recut.
- Trained employees on company procedures and worksite safety. Mentored new apprentices.
- Designed tools, jigs and fixtures to meet manufacturing and engineering needs.
- Provided guidance to team members on best practices for their tasks and duties.
- Identified areas for improvement in workflow processes. Introduced to Lean Manufacturing in 2009.
- Conducted regular meetings with staff to discuss objectives, progress, and challenges.
- Collaborated with other departments on special projects.
- Organized daily workflow schedules for each employee according to their skillset and experience level.
- Implemented new procedures to streamline operations and improve productivity.
- Incorporated new preventive and corrective maintenance processes to increase equipment lifespan.
- Loaded and unloaded shipments from trucks and picked up and moved heavy packages and items using forklifts.
Education
Supervisory Development - Manufacturing
University of Alberta
Edmonton, AB04-2009
Journeyman Red Seal Machinist - Machinist
Nait
Edmonton, AB06-2008
High School Diploma -
Eastglen High School
Edmonton, AB08-2001
Skills
- Strategic Thinker
- Health and Safety Compliance
- Lean Manufacturing
- Continuous Improvement
- Cost-Reduction Strategies
- Troubleshooting Specialist
- Production Planning
Languages
English
Professional
Hindi
Professional
References
References available upon request.
Timeline
Manufacturing Manager
Infocus Energy Services
02.2018 - 08.2023
Lead Hand Machinist
Cougar Drilling Solutions
09.2015 - 02.2018
Lead Hand Machinist
Norquest Industries Inc.
02.2010 - 08.2015
Machinist/Shift Foreman
Cougar Drilling Solutions
05.2003 - 01.2010
Supervisory Development - Manufacturing
University of Alberta
Journeyman Red Seal Machinist - Machinist
Nait
High School Diploma -
Eastglen High School
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