Harshad Dhameliya

Production Engineering professional with over 6 years of experience in process validation, root cause analysis, and manufacturing optimization. Recent graduate of the Applied Manufacturing Management - Automation program at Conestoga College. Combines a strong foundation in mechanical systems and quality control with advanced skills in Industrial Automation, Robotics. Proven ability to lead technical risk assessments (FMEA) and validate complex automated processes.

Machine Operator at Bock North America (2025-01 – 2026-02)

Operated manufacturing equipment and completed secondary processes to meet daily production needs.

• Operated manufacturing equipment and completed secondary processes to meet daily production needs.
• Conducted visual inspections to ensure parts met quality standards and approved samples.
• Followed standard operating procedures (SOPs) and production guidelines consistently.
• Recorded and reported defective or rejected parts for quality control purposes.
• Maintained a safe, clean workstation while performing physically demanding tasks, including handling materials up to 50 lbs.

Maintenance Technician at HMH Metal Industries (2018-11 – 2024-08)

Executed PM schedules for CNC Turning and Milling centers, significantly reducing unplanned downtime.

• Executed PM schedules for CNC Turning and Milling centers, significantly reducing unplanned downtime.
• Diagnosed mechanical, electrical (24VDC/120VAC), hydraulic, and pneumatic faults using multimeters, including Fanuc/Siemens controller alarms and ladder logic.
• Managed critical spare parts inventory and enforced strict LOTO procedures to ensure safety compliance.
• Identified root causes of machine stoppages and implemented long-term fixes to extend equipment lifecycle and minimize recurrence.

Industrial Engineer at Steelcast Ltd (2017-11 – 2018-10)

Conducted time and motion studies to establish standard cycle times and identify process hazards.

• Conducted time and motion studies (statistical analysis) to establish standard cycle times and identify process hazards.
• Analyzed plant layout to optimize material flow and improve safety, directly contributing to the reduction of workplace hazards.
• Assisted in estimating budgets for new casting projects by analyzing material and labour requirements.

Post-Graduate Certificate in Applied Manufacturing Management: Automation – Conestoga College (2025)

Bachelor of Engineering in Production Engineering – Gujarat Technological University (2017)