Priyank Prajapati
Guelph,Ontario
Summary
Production and manufacturing professional with supervisory experience in steel pipe manufacturing, quality inspection, machine operation, and shop-floor coordination within industrial environments. Experienced in supervising daily production activities, coordinating teams to meet production targets, enforcing workplace safety standards, and supporting quality assurance processes. Knowledgeable in lean manufacturing principles, QA/QC procedures, material handling, production documentation, and ISO-compliant manufacturing practices. Strong communication, problem-solving, and organizational skills with hands-on experience in fast-paced production settings.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Supervisor
Tim Horton's
Guelph, Canada
01.2025 - Current
- Lead and support team members in a fast-paced operational environment to achieve daily performance and service goals.
- Train new employees on workplace procedures, operational standards, and company policies.
- Monitor inventory levels, coordinate supply orders, and manage inventory rotation to minimize waste and maintain operational efficiency.
- Prepare daily reports, reconcile cash transactions, and maintain accurate operational documentation.
- Promote teamwork, workplace safety, and efficient shift coordination during daily operations.
Machine Operator
Poly Nova
Guelph, Canada
06.2024 - 10.2024
- Operated molding machines in a high-volume manufacturing environment while maintaining production output and quality standards.
- Carried out pre-operational safety inspections to ensure compliance with workplace safety procedures and operational requirements.
- Worked on visual and dimensional inspections to identify molding defects and maintain product quality.
- Completed production sheets, scrap records, and safety logs accurately to support production reporting and operational tracking.
- Assisted with packaging, labeling, and preparation of finished products for shipment and downstream processing.
- Maintained a clean and organized work area while supporting efficient shop-floor operations.
Supervisor
Maxim Tubes
Ahmedabad, India
08.2019 - 08.2023
- Supervised daily production activities in a steel pipe manufacturing environment to ensure production targets, quality standards, and safety requirements were consistently achieved.
- Coordinated machine operators and production helpers to maintain workflow efficiency and support on-time production output.
- Implemented in-process and final dimensional inspections of steel pipes including OD, ID, wall thickness, and length using calipers, micrometers, and measuring tools.
- Identified dimensional deviations, surface defects, and production issues, escalating concerns promptly to minimize rework and maintain product quality.
- Monitored raw material usage and pipe dimensions to reduce waste and improve production efficiency.
- Aided quality assurance processes through material sample testing and verification of mechanical properties according to quality requirements.
- Applied lean manufacturing and 5S principles to improve workplace organization, operational efficiency, and shopfloor productivity.
- Enforced workplace safety procedures and ensured proper PPE usage across the production floor.
- Collaborated with production teams to maintain smooth manufacturing operations in a fast-paced industrial environment.
Quality inspector
Mantra tan Industries
Ahmedabad, India
09.2022 - 12.2022
- Inspected incoming steel rods and pipes for dimensional accuracy, surface finish, and material compliance using precision measuring instruments.
- Carried out dimensional checks, pressure testing, and non-destructive testing (NDT) on finished products to ensure compliance with quality standards.
- Prepared inspection reports, corrective action records, and quality documentation to support QA/QC processes and production traceability.
- Trained production staff on defect identification, inspection techniques, and quality procedures to improve product consistency.
- Assisted waste reduction initiatives by ensuring accurate measurements and minimizing material loss during production processes.
- Maintained compliance with workplace safety procedures and quality management requirements.
Education
Post Graduate Certificate - Applied Manufacturing Management (Design Integration)
Conestoga College
Guelph, Canada04-2024
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Vishwakarma Government Engineering College
Ahmedabad, India07-2021
Skills
- Production Supervision
- Employee Training
- Manufacturing Operations
- Health and Safety
- Material Inspection
- Time Management
- Production Documentation
- Inventory Monitoring
- Material Usage Control
- Food Service
Certification
- Certified SolidWorks Professional (CSWP), 2024
- Certified SolidWorks Associate (CSWA), 2023
- GATE Qualified, 2023
Timeline
Supervisor
Tim Horton's
01.2025 - Current
Machine Operator
Poly Nova
06.2024 - 10.2024
Quality inspector
Mantra tan Industries
09.2022 - 12.2022
Supervisor
Maxim Tubes
08.2019 - 08.2023
Post Graduate Certificate - Applied Manufacturing Management (Design Integration)
Conestoga College
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
Vishwakarma Government Engineering College
Technical Skills
Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Process Optimization, JIT Production, Assembly Operations, Production Coordination, KPI Monitoring, ISO Standards Compliance, ERP Software, Quality Assurance (QA), Quality Control (QC), Root Cause Analysis, Statistical Process Control (SPC), QMS, FMEA, Workplace Safety Compliance, PPE Procedures, WHMIS Awareness, SAP, ERP Systems, MS Project, Excel, Outlook, SharePoint, Visio, SolidWorks, AutoCAD, Vernier Caliper, Micrometer, Height Gauge, Bore Gauge, Measuring Tape