Rahul Mane

Results-oriented and highly experienced Mechanical Engineer with 17 years of dedicated service in Quality Assurance at Bajaj Auto Ltd. Proven track record as a Line Engineer ensuring zero-defect manufacturing, optimizing high-volume production quality, and leading cross-functional teams to resolve complex engineering bottlenecks. Expert in implementing Lean Manufacturing frameworks, managing statistical process controls (SPC), and upholding rigorous international automotive safety and quality standards.

Line Engineer – Quality Assurance Department at Bajaj Auto Ltd. (2009-07 – Present)

• Quality Governance: Supervise end-to-end quality assurance operations for high-capacity automotive assembly and production lines, driving strict adherence to strict internal quality metrics and regulatory specifications.
• Defect Minimization: Command root-cause analysis (RCA) operations utilizing 8D methodologies and standard problem-solving tools to eliminate critical line rejections, significantly lowering scrap rates.
• Process Auditing: Conduct precision assembly line audits, continuous process capability reviews (Cp and Cpk measurements), and roll out comprehensive Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) to eliminate workflow variations.
• Continuous Improvement: Conceptualize and implement multiple high-impact Kaizen workflows and Poka-Yoke (mistake-proofing) mechanisms that optimized testing cycle times and reduced processing bottlenecks.
• Cross-functional Engineering Alignment: Facilitate daily standard alignment meetings with Production, Maintenance, Tooling, and Engineering Design divisions to proactively counter inline mechanical disruptions and maintain operational consistency.
• Technical Leadership & Workforce Development: Directly manage and mentor a technical squad of line inspectors and technicians, establishing standardized operating procedures (SOPs) and conducting ongoing quality standard training programs.

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering – Government Polytechnic, Solapur (2009)