KHALID NAWAZ

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Windsor, Ontario

Canada

519-***-****

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** ***** ** ********** ** tier 1 and OEM automotive manufacturing industries of products in a continuous improvement environment by developing and improving quality, production, and safety functions. 3 years of leadership experience. Working knowledge of Lean Six Sigma manufacturing principle. Perform root cause analysis of non-conforming product and lead continuous improvement initiatives. Strong written and verbal communication skills. Strong problem-solving (proficient user of 5-why, 8D, PFMEA, SPC, etc.). Use leadership technique, production methods, and coordination of people and resources. Strong knowledge of Six Sigma, ISO9001/ IATF, PPAP, PFMEA and others. Provide written technical responses to customers on launch quality issues. Computer proficient in excellent organizational, interpersonal, communication and problem-solving skills in a dynamic environment. Proficiency in MS-Word, Power point, Excel, Minitab, MS-Visio, and MS-Project. Change management and conflict management skills

Qualifications

Master’s in Industrial Engineering (IMSE). University of Windsor - Canada, 2008

Bachelor in Mechanical Eng and Technologists University of Mehran Pakistan, 2000

Mechanical Engineering Technologist Jinnah Polytechnic Institute, Karachi, Pakistan, 1988

CERTIFICATIONS/MEMBERSHIPS

Certified Lean Six Sigma Master Black Belt, (MSI), USA, License # 52536285

Continuous Improvement Professional Award, (Management Strategy of Institute),

(Certificate # 169652455)

Key Leadership Skills Certified (KLSC) MSI, USA, Certificate # 169595807

Qualification of Millwright, Humber College of Toronto, Canada.

Technical Specialist Member O.A.C.E.T.T.

Associate Member of Canadian Society of Mechanical Engineering. (CSME).

ACHIEVEMENTS AND AWARDS

Industrial Researcher of University of Windsor (PLM and R&D) to identify new innovation products opportunities.

Project for blast and Paint Booth, $600000, 2017.

Cost Reduction Achievement for ISO and POLY Process.

Lean implementation “Improve Standardized Work” (Standard Operating procedure).

Achieve Cost Reduction of approximately $50,000.00 to improve assembly line process.

Action plan, Continuous Improvement. Project Champion.

WORKSHOPS AND SEMINARS FOR LEAN MANUFACTURING

Kraus Maffei Course, International Automotive Components.

Diploma in Communicating with Competitors, IAC, 2015.

Diploma in Protective personal information for Data Privacy, IAC, 2015.

Advanced Process Manufacturing Training, Krauss Maffei, German Company, 2016.

World Class Manufacturing System (WCM), Chrysler Canada, 2013.

EXPERIENCE

TPT/Stellantis, FCA (Hybrid. BEV, ICE) Warren, MI, USA

Senior Industrial Engineer Feb 2023 to Sep 2023

Day-to-day activities to achieve Safety, Quality and Productivity targets.

Support development of internal SOPs, processes, documentation, and training to ensure that team members have the needed skills and tools to support the production environments and deliver on project commitments.

Demonstrated track record of initiating and implementing process cost reductions in Lean Manufacturing environment.

Create a positive work environment while supporting their team to hold themselves accountable.

Lead projects as required.

Follow Lean Six Sigma (LSS) DMAIC process to define, measure, analyze, improve, and control problems as part of projects.

Standardized Work procedures (line speeds, cycle times, TAKT times, etc.)

Support cost saving analysis for major continuous improvement projects

AAM - Automotive (Forging, Machining & Coating) North Vernon, IN, USA

Senior Industrial Engineer April 2021 to January 2023

Develop, monitor, and provide continuous improvement to all quality projects.

Perform, train, and coach the structured problem-solving methodologies (Six Sigma, DMAIC, Toyota etc.)

Lead teams to implement and maintain Toyota Production System processes that include kaizen, 5S and change point management while providing guidance.

Set up and maintain all work cell and/or department standardized work instructions/procedures for all processes.

Schedule and lead Plant Efficiency Meetings to review data and develop actions as it pertains to the 5S Program, Continuous Improvement, and VSM.

ROUSH – Automotive Team Leader (Metal fabrication)-Engineering Lead Livonia, MI, USA

Industrial Manufacturing Engineer Jan2017 – Nov2019

Monitoring workflow, supervising and tracking progress and supporting any change in manufacturing process.

Assist in operational improvements, such as improving material flow, and scrap reduction.

Strong knowledge of process flow development, capacity planning, and resources utilization.

Proven experience in development of required efficiency/utilization targets and comparative tracking to business plan.

Communicates with the staff of other departments to give advice, share information and to resolve operational issues.

IAC - Polyurethane (Foam, ISO, POLY) RIM Springfield, TN, USA

Senior process Engineer –Team Leader June 2013-August 2016

Define, document, and control the overall operation of the FIP (Foam in Place) processes.

Troubleshoot all equipment and conditions involved in the FIP processes.

Create a continuous improvement culture to ensure safety, quality and productivity.

Oversee established calibration and testing program to support production.

O.E.Quality Friction – Molding Mississauga, Canada

Continuous Improvement Engineer Dec 2008-July 2012

Coordinate efforts with the team leaders and liaison with customer on delivery

Ensure that the 5S Program is sustained and continuously improved upon at the plant level, by reviewing monthly audits, creating monthly reports and tracking required improvement deliverables.

References will be available on the request

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