Rohit Bhalerao

Experienced Engineering and Operations Professional with a strong background in Quality Engineering, Production Planning, Project Management, Purchase & Procurement, Stores Management, and Industrial Operations. Experienced in Sheet Metal Manufacturing and Powder Coating Industry processes. Skilled in Quality Assurance, ISO Audits, QMS, PPAP, APQP, Safety Management, Vendor Development, Inventory Control, 5S, Kaizen, KPI Monitoring, and Process Improvement.

Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams, improve operational efficiency, ensure customer satisfaction, and achieve organizational objectives.

Senior Quality Engineer - Technofab Industries

(2023-01 - 2027-01)

• Quality Control & Assurance: Monitoring product quality and ensuring compliance with customer requirements and quality standards.
• Sheet Metal Quality Inspection: Inspection of laser cutting, bending, welding, grinding, buffing, and powder coating processes.
• ISO & QMS Audits: Supporting and coordinating ISO Internal Audits, External Audits, and QMS Audits, including audit documentation and compliance.
• PPAP & APQP: Supporting preparation and implementation of PPAP documentation and APQP activities to meet customer quality requirements.
• Defect Analysis & CAPA: Identifying scratches, dents, welding defects, dimensional variations, and surface finish issues; implementing corrective and preventive actions.
• Safety Officer Responsibilities: Working as Safety Officer during Safety Week, conducting safety awareness and training sessions, identifying workplace hazards, and promoting safe working practices.
• 5S & Kaizen: Implementing workplace organization, continuous improvement, and process improvement activities.
• Customer Complaint Management: Handling customer complaints, preparing corrective action reports, and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

Production, Planning & Project Engineer - Kakade Laser

(2022-03 - 2022-12)

• Production Planning: Preparing production schedules based on customer requirements and delivery commitments.
• Laser Cutting Operations: Monitoring laser cutting activities, material utilization, and production output.
• Project Management: Planning, coordinating, and monitoring projects to ensure timely execution.
• Resource & Delivery Management: Coordinating manpower, machines, raw materials, production progress, and dispatch schedules.
• Quality Monitoring: Ensuring dimensional accuracy and quality of manufactured components.

Managing Director (MD) - Barron Elite Services Pvt. Ltd.

(2016-12 - 2022-01)

• Business & Operations Management: Managing overall business operations, strategic planning, administration, and organizational growth.
• Project & Resource Management: Planning and executing projects, allocating resources, and monitoring operational performance.
• Team & Client Management: Leading employees, coordinating teams, developing client relationships, and ensuring customer satisfaction.
• Vendor & Financial Management: Managing vendor coordination, procurement activities, operational expenses, budgeting, and cost control.

Manager - Raikar Bharat Gas (BPCL Government Agency)

(2017-08 - 2019-07)

• Managing daily LPG agency operations, cylinder distribution, and inventory control.
• Implementing PMUY schemes and monitoring new domestic LPG connection targets.
• Handling customer relationships, complaints, documentation, and BPCL coordination.
• Ensuring LPG safety compliance, team supervision, and operational performance.

Purchase & Stores Engineer - Sopan O&M Pvt. Ltd. - Site Posting: Bridgestone India Pvt. Ltd.

(2013-01 - 2016-04)

• Handling purchase activities, material sourcing, vendor coordination, quotation comparison, and purchase orders.
• Managing stores operations, material inward/outward, GRN, and material issuance.
• Monitoring inventory, stock verification, material reconciliation, and cost control.
• Coordinating with internal departments and suppliers to ensure timely material availability.

Store Supervisor - GBS Associates - Worked for: Siemens Limited

(2011-08 - 2012-12)

• Managing daily stores operations, material receipt, verification, and storage.
• Maintaining inventory records, GRN, inward/outward registers, and stock reports.
• Controlling material issuance, identification, traceability, and physical stock verification.
• Supervising store activities and implementing 5S, housekeeping, and safe material handling practices.

Junior Engineer - Jindal Stainless Steel Ltd. – Patalganga Unit

(2009-08 - 2011-07)

• Supporting day-to-day industrial operations and production activities.
• Monitoring manufacturing processes and supporting quality inspection activities.
• Coordinating with Production and Maintenance teams for smooth plant operations.
• Following industrial safety practices, 5S activities, and process improvement initiatives.

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering - Pillai's Polytechnic, Navi Mumbai (2006 - 2009)