Krushna Kadam
Mechanical Engineer with 11+ years of experience in fabrication and welding operations
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Results-driven Mechanical Engineer with 11+ years of experience in fabrication and welding operations within the automobile industry. Expertise in robotic and manual welding processes, production planning, quality control, and continuous improvement. Proven ability to enhance productivity, reduce defects, and implement Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and Kaizen initiatives to achieve operational excellence.
Experience
Production Engineer / Team Leader (Senior Team Leader - Assistance Manager) at Kalyani Maxion Wheels Pvt. Ltd. (2014-07 – Present)
Working As a Senior Team Leader (Assistance Manager) with key achievements including improved production efficiency by optimizing manpower and machine utilization, reduced rejection and rework through root cause analysis and process improvements, implemented Kaizen initiatives leading to cycle time reduction and waste elimination, and maintained high product quality standards aligned with IATF 16949 requirements.
- Operate and supervise Butt Welding and CO2 Welding machines (robotic & manual lines)
- Lead shift operations covering production, safety, quality, and breakdown management
- Ensure proper manpower deployment (Right Man at Right Place)
- Monitor OEE and maintain hourly production reports
- Conduct daily meetings on safety, production, and quality issues
- Ensure adherence to WPS and provide operator training using OJT methods
- Plan production schedules as per PPC and meet dispatch targets
- Perform root cause analysis for defects, customer complaints, and line issues
- Implement Poka-Yoke and fixture improvements
- Conduct monthly 3-tier safety audits
- Handle FANUC robot teaching and basic programming
Education
BE in Mechanical Engineering – B.E.C. (2021)
Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – R.G.I.P. (2015)
HSC – M.G.M College (2010)
SSC – S.S.D.M.M.V. (2007)
