Krutika Patil

SMT Production Engineer / Electronics Technician with 4+ years of hands-on experience in SMT manufacturing, PCB assembly, and electronics troubleshooting. Expertise in managing and optimizing SMT production processes including Solder Paste Printing, SPI inspection, Panasonic Pick & Place machine programming, and Reflow Oven profiling to ensure high-quality PCB output. Experienced in operating and maintaining Panasonic SMT production lines, improving placement accuracy and machine productivity.

Proven ability in defect reduction, process improvement, Root Cause Analysis (RCA), and PPM control to enhance production efficiency and product reliability. Additional experience in electronic testing and radar system maintenance, supporting reliable operation of electronic equipment in production environments.

Production Engineer / SMT Line Operator - Advance Power Display Systems Ltd - Mumbai

(2023-08)

• Handling complete SMT production line operations including Solder Paste Printer, SPI, Panasonic Pick & Place machines, and Reflow Oven.
• Creating and optimizing Panasonic Pick & Place machine programs for better placement accuracy and productivity.
• Monitoring solder paste printing parameters such as paste height, alignment, and stencil cleaning frequency.
• Setting and verifying Reflow Oven temperature profiles to ensure proper soldering quality.
• Performing daily rejection analysis and root cause analysis (RCA) to identify defects.
• Implementing corrective actions to reduce defect PPM and improve line efficiency.
• Troubleshooting Panasonic machine issues such as nozzle vacuum errors, feeder problems, and placement errors during production.
• Inspecting parts using precision measuring tools and visual inspection methods.
• Monitoring machine performance and adjusting machine parameters for smooth production cycles.
• Coordinating with Quality and Maintenance teams to resolve technical issues.
• Maintaining daily production reports, rejection reports, and machine activity logs.

Electronics Technician - Rotex Manufacture & Engineering Pvt. Ltd - Navi Mumbai

(2023-01 - 2023-07)

• Performed electronic assembly and soldering of PCB components.
• Conducted software updates, PCB testing, and display calibration.
• Inspected finished electronic units to identify defects and ensure quality standards.
• Repaired wiring and electrical components using specialized tools and diagnostic equipment.
• Tested and verified assembled parts to confirm compliance with technical specifications.

Radar Fitter - Naval Dockyard - Mumbai

(2021-08 - 2022-08)

• Maintained and serviced navigation radar systems on naval ships.
• Worked with FCR Radar and AMDR Radar systems.
• Performed inspection, troubleshooting, and maintenance of radar equipment.
• Supported technical teams in equipment maintenance and system checks.

Electronics Mechanic - Electronics - ITI (2019)

Higher Secondary Certificate (HSC) - Maharashtra State Board (2017)