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Saad Latif

Mechanical Engineer
Toronto

Summary

Mechanical Engineer with over 5 years of experience in project management and quality assurance within the manufacturing industry, with a strong background in managing AS9100 and ISO 9001-certified Quality Management Systems (QMS). Proficient in Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies, with hands-on expertise in tools such as Gantt charts, Pareto analysis, Six Sigma (DMAIC), 5-Why analysis, FMEA, PDCA, Kaizen, and Fishbone (Ishikawa) diagrams. Skilled in interpreting engineering drawings and CATIA models, and developing Bills of Material (BOMs) and Methods of Manufacturing (MOMs). Recognized for a practical approach to problem-solving and a consistent track record of driving operational efficiency, cost savings, and compliance in complex industrial environments.

Overview

7
7
years of professional experience

Work History

Quality Engineering Planning Specialist

Fleet Canada Inc.
12.2024 - Current
  • Manage the Quality Management System (QMS) to meet AS9100 and ISO 9001 standards, supporting both internal operations and customer requirements.
  • Develop AS9102 First Article Inspection (FAI) reports and manage Product Verification Plans (PVPs) to ensure regulatory compliance for aerospace programs.
  • Interpret engineering drawings, CATIA models, and specifications to create detailed manufacturing plans, Bills of Material (BOMs), and Methods of Manufacturing (MOMs) using Epicor ERP.
  • Create production plans for sheet metal and extrusion parts using Thermwood and Modig machines, incorporating Engineering Orders (EOs) and change requests.
  • Coordinate with Procurement, Quality, and Engineering teams to prepare complete Condition of Supply (COS) packages, ensuring all required documents, specifications, and drawings are included.
  • Lead root cause investigations and implement corrective actions for audit findings, manufacturing nonconformities, and customer complaints using structured problem-solving tools (8D, 5-Why, Ishikawa).
  • Manage quality documentation such as Engineering Change Notices (ECNs), Nonconformance Reports (NCRs), Discrepant Material Reports (DMRs), operation sheets, and work instructions; support SCAR, PPAP, and APQP processes.
  • Provide technical support across engineering, quality, and production teams, including NC programming and tooling, to ensure production meets design requirements.

Production Associate

Honda of Canada Mfg.
04.2024 - 08.2024
  • Assembled components for Honda Civic vehicles, including suspension, exhaust, and underbody parts, using hand and power tools like DC torque wrenches, pneumatic drills, and impact wrenches to ensure precise assembly.
  • Collaborated with a team of over 20 operators on the assembly line, maintaining 100% on-time production while effectively resolving issues as they arose.
  • Adhered to safety protocols, using appropriate PPE to prevent accidents and contributing to a zero-accident record over 5 months through disciplined compliance with safety standards.
  • Aligned and secured parts in over 400 vehicles per shift, reported any defects or issues, and actively contributed to continuous improvement initiatives aimed at enhancing assembly processes, including maintenance of equipment and tools.
  • Performed effectively under pressure and tight timelines, rotating roles every 2 hours within the assigned zone while adapting to a 2-week shift rotation.

Project Engineer

K–Electric
09.2018 - 10.2023
  • Supervised contractors handled post-installation debugging, and trained operators and maintenance teams on new equipment.
  • Collaborated with Quality, Safety, and Procurement teams on a PKR 4 billion solar power project, ensuring compliance with NEPRA standards and KPIs.
  • Prepared cost estimates and quotes for new projects, including material, tooling, processing, and capital investment costs.
  • Acted as lead engineer for on-site equipment upgrades, coordinating with design engineers and project managers.
  • Managed multi-million-dollar capital projects, overseeing machine procurement, installation, commissioning, and final implementation.
  • Identified cost-saving opportunities, performed ROI analysis, and created action plans with clear deadlines to reduce operational costs.
  • Led complex engineering projects from initial investigation and budgeting to resource coordination and execution.
  • Used Root Cause Analysis (RCA), FMEA, PPA, Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and Just-In-Time (JIT) principles to improve equipment safety, reliability, and operational efficiency.
  • Prepared and presented project reports using Gantt charts, cost-benefit analysis, and waterfall models to update stakeholders.
  • Reviewed and modified layout drawings using AutoCAD; worked with cross-functional teams to resolve design feedback and achieve 100% on-time documentation approval.
  • Created technical documentation including downtime reports, root cause summaries, countermeasures, and follow-up actions for continuous improvement.

Education

Master of Science (MS) - Applied Mathematics

NED University of Engineering And Technology
Karachi, Pakistan
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng.) - Mechanical Engineering

NED University of Engineering And Technology
Karachi, Pakistan
05.2001 -

Skills

    SAP, GxWorks2, AutoCAD, CATIA, MATLAB

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Timeline

Quality Engineering Planning Specialist

Fleet Canada Inc.
12.2024 - Current

Production Associate

Honda of Canada Mfg.
04.2024 - 08.2024

Project Engineer

K–Electric
09.2018 - 10.2023

Master of Science (MS) - Applied Mathematics

NED University of Engineering And Technology
05.2001 -

Bachelor of Engineering (BEng.) - Mechanical Engineering

NED University of Engineering And Technology
05.2001 -

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