Jay Patel
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Cell: 815-***-****
Tel: 847-***-****
Email: **.********@*****.***
SPECIAL SKILLS AND QUALIFICATIONS
Bachelor’s in Mechanical Engineering
Experience in manufacturing engineering and product/process design, development and manufacturing Profound knowledge and understanding of manufacturing processes such as machining, sheet metal fabrication, assembly and packaging
Outstanding problem solver in high-pressure atmosphere Strong ability to read and understand blueprints, schematics and technical drawings Easy-going person to work as a team member or independently with minimal supervision Strong knowledge of Office Suite (including VBA programming) Excellent communication skills in English – fluent PROVEN EXPERTISE:
1) Excellent knowledge and proficient use of multiple & latest CAE-CAD-CAM & CMM tools e.g. PTC Creo, Solidworks, AutoCAD, Inventor, CATIA, Solid Edge, PC-DMIS and CNC Programming applications
2) Strong understanding of mechanical codes, ISO and Military Standards 3) Strong understanding of GD&T and weld symbols
4) Lean Manufacturing / Kaizen / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement 5) Cost Reduction / Scrap Reduction / Minimize Rework 6) Efficient and effective management of BoM through ERP / MRP system SUMMARY OF ACCOMPLISHMENTS
Developed detailed project proposals and recommendations to senior partners Increased operational profitability by improving and enhancing processes for cost reduction Led leadership programs to motivate employees to collaborate as a top-producing team, concentrating on productivity and cost reduction
Implemented manufacturing system to drive continuous improvement Served as a liaison among engineering, manufacturing, service departments and contractors to ensure compliance with procedures and timely, accurate distribution of corporate information PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Designing GE-Spectra series busway products with PTC Creo & Windchill
Developing 3D engineering work for existing parts and products
Creating work instructions and BoM for assemblies
Creating flexible and modular design for easy manufacturing OBJECTIVE
To undertake the position of Steel Plant Engineer utilizing my technical education, experience and skills in the field of product design, development & manufacturing. Designer Engineer (Mechanical) Apr. 2018-Present
GE Power, Selmer TN
Designed dies for aluminum extrusions and die assemblies with Solidworks 2016
CNC programming with Mastercam X9 for mill, lathe, wire and routers
Detailed engineering work for new and existing parts and products
Inventing a new die design strategy for ease of manufacturing
Implementing integrated CAD-CAM system for JIT
General Manager Mar. 2017-Nov. 2017
Star Gas & Food, Selmer TN
Established a new Gas and Food service station
Managing required staff on day-to-day basis
Maintaining the facility to improve customer satisfaction Managing vendors and suppliers and operational accounting Establishing business for better profitability and increased revenue
Managed product development, product specifications and drawings, manufacturing plans, project management and process troubleshooting
Detailed engineering work for New and existing products including:
3D-Solid Modeling w/ Catia V5, Solidworks & 2D AutoCAD
Bill of Material (BoM)
Shop Travelers (Routers)
Process Maps
Process FMEA
Control Plans
Work Instruction for assembly line
Creating and implementing ECNs/ECOs/ECIs
MRP/ERP
Analyzed the processes and suggested improvements to reduce non-value added activities using 6 Sigma Methodology
Applied 5S methodology of Kaizen and other Lean tools to reduce material waste better material/resource utilization
Design and provision of interior, architectural, Mechanical and electrical drawings to complete essentially any project from conceptual through completion Prepared projects for renovation & facility improvements utilizing up-to-date 3D-CAD applications Preparing BoM and work instructions for sub-contractors for projects on hand Repair and Maintenance of all HVAC and refrigeration equipment Designing and Manufacturing highly sophisticated custom commercial kitchen products as per customer specification and layout
Designing and Manufacturing custom & highly decorative specialty products for wide range of industries like real estate builders, transportation corporations & electro-mechanical products Done CNC programming for turret punch presses & laser cutting machines (Amada Fanuc) on Metalsoft’s FabriWIN CAD/CAM system
Standardizing product models and layouts for ease and rapid manufacturing & to drive down the cost of production
Troubleshooting manufacturing processes tools for precise and accurate product development Engineering Professional Sep. 2014-Dec. 2016
Southern Precision Machining LLC., Shelbyville TN
Maintenance Manager Jun. 2009-Sep. 2014
Shri Jalaram Inc., Rockford IL
Manufacturing Engineer Apr. 2006-Jun. 2009
WSM Manufacturing LLC., Franklin Park IL
CAD-CAM Design Engineer Jan. 2018-Mar. 2018
Southeastern Extrusion & Tool Inc., Florence AL
Detailed engineering work for New Product Introduction including BoMs, Process Maps, PFMEA, Control Plans and Work Instruction for production line and creating and implementing ECNs/ECOs through ERP system (Agile CM) and maintaining engineering records per ISO 9000 requirements Prepared tooling specifications and tooling purchase for New Product Introduction and product transfer Done CNC programming for turret punch presses & laser cutting machines. (Amada Fanuc) on Radan 2004 CAD/CAM system
Developed high volume production strategy using Kaizen Methodology to improve efficiency and material utilization
Managed product development, product specifications and drawings, project management, cost analysis and process troubleshooting
Designed and developed sheet metal & plastic components drawings for manufacturability of water/weather proof electro-mechanical assemblies and enclosures Done detailed engineering work for part production including BoMs and NPI Process Routing preparation and report generation on ERP system (Oracle 11i) and maintained engineering records per ISO 9000 requirements
Prepared tooling specifications and tooling purchase for new product development Done CNC programming for turret punch presses (Amada and Finn Power-Fanuc and Siemens control) on JetCAM and FabriWIN (Metalsoft)
Developed high volume production strategy for Finn-Power Shear Geniuses and Express to improve efficiency and material utilization
Worked on special assignment for cost reduction projects by applying 5S Kaizen Methodology and improved manufacturing processes and techniques
Analyzed the processes and suggested improvements to reduce non-value added activities using 6-Sigma methodology
Managed product development, product specifications and drawings, project management, cost analysis, plant maintenance engineering, and process troubleshooting Sound knowledge and understanding regarding the connector manufacturing, and assembly of cable harness
Guided product innovation across multiple engineering divisions, contributing to performance and productivity gains
NC & CNC Programming for Turret Punch Presses using JetCAM Expert CNC Machine setup and operation (Amada & Finn Power) Developed and detailed production drawings with AutoCAD R14 Hands on quality inspection for the First Off Article and Inspection of finished goods for quality control as per ISO 9002
Done shop floor troubleshooting for manufacturing processes Created material flow sheet (process routing) and bills Commissioned 2 X 500MW GE Gas Turbines and co-generation boilers for power generation Manufacturing Engineer-Global Mechanical Group Sep. 2004-Apr. 2006 Flextronics International, Elk Grove Village IL
Manufacturing Technologist (NPI) Sep. 1999-Sep. 2004 Sanmina-SCI Enclosure Systems, Toronto ON
CNC Programmer Aug. 1997-Sep. 1999
CNC Metal Fabrication Inc., North York ON
Senior Engineer (O&M) Mar. 1992-Jul. 1997
National Thermal Power Corporation, Surat, India
Operated and maintained all power generation equipment at their peak performance Improved the power plant’s efficiency up to 38%
Maintained availability of all stand by equipment(s) at 100% at all the times to avoid possible failure/shutdown
Worked in the capacity of design engineer for creating and designing different components for material handling equipment e.g. stackers, reclaimers and related rotary equipment Prepared detailed engineering drawing for different structural components Looked after manufacturing / fabrication of components and also its inspection and testing EDUCATION & TRAINING
Bachelor of Technology (Mechanical Engineering) Jun. 1989 National Institute of Technology, Kurukshetra, Haryana-India
Earn B. Tech. (Mechanical) with honors.
Higher School Certificate (Science) Jun. 1984
M B Vamdot High School, Bardoli, Surat-India
Earn degree in Science
Rand Worldwide Aug. 2001 & Aug. 2004
Toronto, ON
Pro/Engineer Core update from 2001 to Wildfire.
Finn-Power International Jan. 2000 & Mar. 2001
Toronto, ON
JetCAM Expert and Flexible Manufacturing System Training PROFESSIONAL REFERENCES
1. Sudberry, Michelle
Quality Manager, Southern Precision Machining LLC
Tel. 931-***-**** OR **********@*****.***
2. Lad, Naresh
Manufacturing Engineer, Sanmina-SCI Enclosure Systems, Toronto Tel.: 647-***-**** OR *******@*******.***
3. Young, Calvin
Sr. Program Manager, Basware
Tel.: 630-***-**** OR **********@*****.***
Assistant Design Engineer Jun. 1989-Mar. 1992
Cimmco Limited, New Delhi, India