Quality Management Industrial Engineering

Prasad Santosh Gandhi

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Results-driven engineer with nearly one year of experience in mechanical and production engineering, currently pursuing a Master’s in Industrial Engineering. Skilled in quality management, process optimization, and leadership, with research experience. Committed to leveraging technical expertise and academic knowledge to drive innovative projects.

EDUCATION

M.S.- Industrial Engineering University of Toledo, Toledo, OH, USA GPA - 3.66 Expected May 2025

B.E.- Production Engineering Sinhgad College of Engineering, Pune, MH, India GPA – 3.5 May 2022

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering HHJB Polytechnic, Nashik, MH, India. May 2019

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Mercedes Benz India Pvt. Ltd.- Quality Management Chakan, Pune, Maharashtra, India April 2023 - July 2023

Managed part quality for diverse car models, overseeing and implementing customized quality control measures for each model's specifications.

Led defective parts claims from suppliers, performing root cause analysis for proactive issue resolution and continuous quality improvement

Autonomously led the Quality Department during the 2nd shift, implementing and upholding quality processes and standards, ensuring operational efficiency and departmental success.

Bunty Food Pvt. Ltd.- Junior Engineer Pune, India July 2022 – November 2022

Directed and optimized the production line for diverse food items, ensuring efficiency and quality throughout operations.

Effectively led and motivated a team to enhance efficiency and productivity in the workplace.

Engineered and collaborated with the inventory team to implement efficient storage solutions for food products, optimizing space utilization and inventory management.

Teaching Assistant- Manufacturing Process University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio Jan 2024 – May 2024

Instructed students on diverse manufacturing processes and machine operations like CNC machining, Lathe Operations, Milling, Drilling, etc.

Led Additive Manufacturing (AM) lab sessions, conducting seminars on slicing software and providing hands-on instruction in 3D printing techniques.

Provided personalized assistance and collaborated on course enhancement.

Teaching Assistant - Material Science & Engineering University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio Aug 2024 – Dec 2024

Delivered instruction on precision metrology, including the use of Vernier calipers, micrometers, and sine bars for accurate dimensional and angular measurements.

Led lab sessions on mechanical testing methods such as Vickers, Brinell, and Rockwell hardness tests, tensile testing, and impact testing to evaluate material properties.

Taught heat treatment processes (annealing, quenching, tempering) and managed grading, ensuring the accurate assessment of technical lab reports and experimental data.

Grader – Mathematics University of Toledo, Toledo, Ohio Oct 2023 – Dec 2023

Assessed and graded assignments, quizzes, & coursework, ensuring consistency and accuracy in collaboration with the professor.

Provided constructive feedback to students to support their understanding and improvement.

PROJECTS

Research Analysis of Mechanical Properties in Inconel 718 Aug 2024 - Present

Analyzed the correlation between tensile and yield strength in Inconel 718, providing data for AI/ML model development in high-performance applications.

Design and Fabrication of RC-controlled Robotic Trolley Dec 2021 - Mar 2022

Streamlined inventory management by transporting packed boxes, benefiting both packaging and logistics teams.

Automatic Stamping Machine Nov 2018 - Apr 2019

Automated office paper stamping machine for efficient bulk stamping, reducing human effort and saving valuable time.

SKILLS

TECHNICAL SKILLS: - Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Manufacturing, Quality Control and Assurance, Supply Chain Management, KAIZEN (Continuous Improvement).

COMPUTER SKILLS: - MS Office (Word, Excel, PP), AutoCAD, SolidWorks, CREO, MATLAB, Octave, SAP

(Learning new skill: ANSYS).

MANAGEMENT SKILLS: - Leadership, Project Management, Negotiation, Problem-Solving and Critical Thinking.

TOP COURSES: -

Graduate Program- Quality Management and Six Sigma, Design of Experiments, International Business.

Undergraduate Program- World Class Manufacturing, Supply Chain Management, Production Management, Operations Research.

ORGANIZATION: - 1. American Society of Mechanical Engineers 2. Clean Water for the World 3. Indian Student Cultural Organization.

PEER-REVIEW: - (SAE) Reviewed a research paper and provided constructive feedback to improve its quality.

SEMINAR: - Using Fused Deposition Modeling as a Rapid Manufacturing Process (3-D Printing).

LANGUAGE: - 1. English- Fluent 2. Hindi- Native 3. Marathi- Native 4. Marwari- Native.

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