AKSHAY S. DAREKAR

E-mail: ac9mj7@r.postjobfree.com Address: 41/B Ragvilas Society, Koregaon Park, Pune INDIA 411001 Phone: +91-915*******

LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/akshay-s-darekar-6a991694 Objective:

Engineer with educational and professional experience to master engineering skills, interpersonal skills, analytical skills, problem solving skills, communication skills and statistical skills with a mutual benefit. Educational Qualification:

JN Petit Technical High School, Pune IN June 1995 – June 2006 SSC Result: First Class

Modern College, Pune IN August 2006 – March 2008

HSC Result: Distinction

University of Pune, Pune IN July 2008 – May 2012

Bachelors of Science Mechanical Engineering, First Class Western Michigan University, MI USA September 2014 – April 2016 Master of Science Industrial Engineering, GPA: 3.61 Training & Certifications:

• Six Sigma Green Belt from IIE • Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T)

• CATIA V5 from EDS Technologies • PFMEA/DFMEA

Work Experience:

Plant Launch Engineer, Vitro Automotive Glass, NC, USA July 2018 – May 2019

• Prepared Gantt Charts to manage multiple OEM Windshield and Tempering (Side lites and Back lites) programs during its pre-launch and post-launch.

• Analyzed RFQ’s to quote new programs by studying the speeds and yields of old programs.

• Created Standard Operating Procedure (SOP) for Heads Up Display (HUD) check fixtures, collected data on Electronic Check Fixture (ECF), created Specification Sheets and measured glass using inspection instruments(micrometer, Vernier caliper, measuring scale, tapered gauge).

• Developed and implemented Measurement System Analysis (MSA) tool for the entire Quality Department.

• Worked on 4 sigma files, documented rejects/defects and action plans for Gate review to determine the production sigma level at various Phases of program development.

• Supported customer visits for Run at Rate (R@R), analyzed their needs for future production runs and created Part Submission Warranty (PSW) forms.

• Supported APQP phases by creating PPAP documents and routed for approvals.

• Worked inter-departmental to complete Sample Order Requests (SOR), implemented Engineering Change Request

(ECR) and utilized Total Quality Management (TQM) tools to improve overall quality.

• Performed drawing reviews and Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T) reviews with production teams.

• Implemented FIFO system in production line to develop internal breakpoints, thus improving the overall quality.

• Used MINITAB for creating Gauge R&R study, Capability study (Cpk) by analyzing customer drawings. Product Engineer, JOYSON SAFETY SYSTEMS, MI, USA September 2016- May 2018

• Used the quality system ISO/TS16949 as a guide for various internal processes.

• Worked with CATIA & UG NX team for modifications on 2D drawings and 3D CAD models to meet OEM Seatbelt/Restraint requirements by communicating with various Internal departments.

• Created Design Verification Plan & Report (DVP&R) and worked with injection molding suppliers to make sure the end product is meeting the company requirements.

• Assisted in DFMEA/PFMEA, Design for Assembly (DFA) and Design for Manufacturability (DFM) process to verify that the product meets the customer demand.

• Performed Return Part Analysis (RPA) to verify the product.

• Managed feasibility study of products to help kick off production and prototype parts for suppliers and customers.

• Checked, released and authorized 2D and 3D Engineering drawings to support plant for APQP and PPAP activity.

• Performed Crash testing for DV/PV Seatbelt/Restraint samples to meet the Customer Technical/Test Specifications then Analyze the data, Teardown the product and prepare Test Reports.

• Knowledge of ERP software’s like SAP & TAS to issue Purchase Order, Request for Quotation (RFQ), Bill of Material

(BOM), Create new parts and release Engineering Change Orders (ECO) etc. to meet the deadlines.

• Basic Knowledge of Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T).

• Worked on Tolerance Stack up analysis using Excel.

• Worked on Value Added/Value Engineering (VA/VE) Cost Reduction projects.

• Performed Benchmarking activities for safety restraints and modified test fixtures to enable it for testing.

• Implemented Mistake-Proofing (Poke Yoke) on Seatbelt/Restraint products for its proper fit and function.

• Performed root cause analysis to determine the potential cause of failure for Seatbelts/Restraints which should meet the FMVSS requirements.

• Hands-on experience on Seatbelt/Restraint and Buckle assembly production line.

• Assisted in lead time reduction project (DOE) for kitting up Seatbelt/restraint parts for testing and reduced the time by 45%.

Research Assistant, Castings and Moldings, Kalamazoo, MI USA July 2016- Sep 2016

• Assists in preparing castings using sand and molds.

• Prepare test samples and determine physical properties of the sand samples. Industrial Engineer Intern, Goshen Die Cutting, Inc., Goshen, IN USA February 2016 – April 2016

• Assisted with APQP, PPAP, Capability and Gauge R&R process to introduce new product.

• Worked on Six Sigma using mistake-proofing/POKA-YOKE techniques and SPC tools (MINITAB) to streamline the current process.

• Documented OSHA Ergonomics safety guidelines by visual pictures for safe working standard.

• Helped on PPAP for a specific supplier to assist new products launch of automotive interior sound insulators.

• Developed PFMEA charts, performed root cause analysis/5-why/8D analysis to clearly understand the risk levels.

• 33% reduction in operators by performing time studies and simulated the whole process using Flex-sim and Pro-Model. Graduate Assistant, Micro LAM, Kalamazoo, MI, USA September 2015 – December 2015

• Used problem solving skills for Hollow shaft motor project by evaluating, analyzing, developing and implementing a solution.

• Worked in a cross-functional team with multi-disciplinary individuals by using excellent communication skills. Process Engineer Intern, Hoerbiger America Holding, Inc., Houston, TX USA May 2015 – September 2015

• Worked on SAP to know the production order and for making new purchase orders.

• 52.7% reduction in lead time and saving on production cost by implementing 5S and pull production/KANBAN.

• Maintained Statistical Process Control charts (SPC) to prevent variations in the production.

• Designed the floor layout using AutoCAD and trained the operators to identify the areas of improvement.

• Created new FIFO lanes using company standard color codes to regulated the work flow and to determine the priorities.

• 40% increment in the chances of finding the correct tool by improving the tool inventory in molding department. Graduate Assistant, Micro LAM, Kalamazoo, MI USA October 2014 – April 2015

• Defined the goals for Micro LAM projects in the coming years and then used project management skills for team building.

• Collected and analysed data of the laser assisted machine and scheduled weekly meetings for reviews. Graduate Trainee Apprentice (GTA), Hoerbiger India Private Limited, Pune, India August 2012 - August 2013

• Used SAP to issue Purchase Orders (PO) for filling up maintenance inventory.

• Established new CNC work cell for single piece production flow.

• 200,000 rupees savings per month by actively participating in KAIZEN/Continuous improvement projects.

• 5% increase in machine availability by initiating preventive maintenance.

• Worked for logistics department in planning and shipping with urgent deliveries.

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