Summary
Overview
Work History
Education
Skills
Roles & Responsibility
Certificates And Achievements
Awards
Projects
Personal Information
Languages
Hobbies and Interests
Disclaimer
Timeline
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Akash Nana Gaikwad

Akash Nana Gaikwad

Chakan-Pune

Summary

Dynamic Production Engineer with 8 years of experience at Sidel India Pvt Ltd., specializing in Lean Six Sigma, risk management, and process improvement. Skilled in deploying Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, VSM, FIFO, Kanban, Poka-Yoke, SMED, RCA) to drive efficiency. Experienced in ERP/SAP systems, cross-functional leadership, and engineering drawing interpretation. Proven track record in enhancing productivity, solving problems, and delivering high-quality results.

Overview

8
8
years of professional experience

Work History

Production Engineer

Sidel India Pvt Ltd.
06.2017 - Current
  • Conducted risk assessments and implemented mitigation strategies to avoid delays or quality issues.
  • Coordinated with design, procurement, and production departments to align project timelines with manufacturing schedules.
  • Led cross-functional teams in the successful planning and execution of multiple production improvement projects, reducing process downtime through Lean Six Sigma initiatives.
  • Working with all types of rotary and synergy machines.
  • Working on the Pal-kombi project. (Palletizer and Labeler).
  • Dry running and fine-tuning of Synergy range machines.
  • Initial start-up of the rotary machine, its setting, and fine-tuning.
  • Working on development projects.
  • Working with R&D projects like Rotary and Vitesse-2.
  • Finding a program bug in the machine during the dry run and solving it with the programmer.
  • Material Handling for Inward and Outward.
  • Rework in development projects as per requirements, and suggest changes in design.

Education

B.E. - MECHNICAL

Siddhant College of Engineering
01.2021

D.M.E. -

Nutan Maharashtra Polytechnic, Pune
01.2017

S.S.C. -

Nav Maharashtra Vidyalay Kharabwadi, Pune
01.2014

Skills

  • Process Optimization and Workflow Improvement
  • Value Stream Mapping (VSM)
  • Root Cause Analysis and Problem Solving
  • Kaizen & Continuous Improvement (CI)
  • Production Planning & Scheduling (SAP and ERP)
  • Work Measurement & Time Studies
  • Statistical Process Control (SPC)
  • Ergonomics & Workplace Safety
  • First Aider, Fire Fighter, LOTO
  • Data Analysis and Reporting (Excel, Minitab, etc)
  • CAD (Knowledge)
  • Project Management & Team Leadership – Strong verbal communication skills, including facilitation and presentations to diverse audiences
  • Supply Chain Management and Inventory Optimization

Roles & Responsibility

  • Project Planning & Scheduling
  • Technical Support & Execution
  • Process Improvement
  • Risk Management: Identify potential risks and implement mitigation plans to minimize project delays or failures.
  • Vendor & Stakeholder Coordination
  • Conducted value stream mapping (VSM) to identify process bottlenecks, developing solutions that improved workflow.(NVA and VA analysis)
  • Monitor project activities to ensure high-quality deliverables.
  • Work closely with production, quality,Design and maintenance teams to ensure seamless execution.
  • Supported in implementation of Lean manufacturing techniques, including 5S, Kanban, and Just-InTime (JIT),Poka Yoke, one-point lession to streamline production processes. (Successful 5S implementation project)
  • Attend and monitor daily Gemba walk, make sure Gemba walk, and improvement / corrective actions is effective, and timely executed
  • Fully experience on the ERP (Oracle) & SAP for the production flow data management. (MRS/MRN/PO/ISSUE)
  • Creation of the SOP/WI for the respective processes.
  • Development of new fixtures / gauges & tools to increase Productivity
  • Maintain Quality standard operational 5S, KAIZEN.
  • Certified internal auditor for ISO 9001:2015 (SGS)- Preparation & implementation of all ISO 9001:2015 related documentation, audits, and MRM.( Level 1- Level 4 documents)- Fully aware about all processes from Sales order to order delivery-after sales.
  • ISO 14001:2018 & 45001:2015 ( Work and Environment safety) fully knowledge and supportive audite for surveillance audit. Preparation of the HIRA, AI, Near miss, Accidents & other supportive documents.
  • Hand on ERP and SAP system.(Knowledge about CAD Mini Tab, Microsoft office)

Certificates And Achievements

  • Project Management Framework with PDU, 06/01/23
  • Lean Six Sigma Expert by Simplilearn., 06/01/23
  • Expert’s Master Program on “Lean Six Sigma Black Belt” by Simplilearn accredited by International Association of Six Sigma Certification (IASSC)., 10/01/22 - 06/01/23
  • Lean management” by Simplilearn., 06/01/23
  • Harvard Business Publishing case study for lean six sigma” by Simplilearn., 06/01/23
  • Six sigma Green belt” by Simplilearn., 04/01/23
  • ISO 14001:2015 Certified Internal Auditor, training course completed from Silicryst Energy Solutions., 03/01/22
  • ISO 45001:2018 Certified Internal Auditor, training course completed from Silicryst Energy Solutions., 03/01/22
  • Successfully completed training program on First Aid & Basic life Support (CPR) from life line institute
  • INCOTERMS 2020
  • Corporate governance and Code of business conduct

Awards

  • Best Kaizen of the quarter
  • SPOT THE HAZARD COMPETITION

Projects

DOF WIRELESS HAND MOTION CONTROL ROBOTIC ARM, (B.E)

 This robotic arm can be used in industries where it requires human intelligence as well as machines help. The work done by our hand at one time can be followed by hundreds of robotic arms hence we can save time and efforts and can perform numerous tasks at one time.

 SOLAR CRANE (DIPLOMA)

Solar Crane is basically used to lift, move, rotate and place the material from one to another place. We are making a new development in our m/c. Instead of motor or engine, we are using a solar panel and 12v battery. So, we develop a solar crane. Which utilize energy with help of solar panel and use it for lift, rotate the material and move from one place to another place. 

Personal Information

  • Date of Birth: 10/31/98
  • Gender: Male
  • Marital Status: Unmarried

Languages

  • Marathi
  • Hindi
  • English

Hobbies and Interests

  • Volunteering
  • Running or Gym/Fitness
  • Chess or Strategy Games
  • Photography

Disclaimer

I hereby declare that the information provided above is true and correct to the best of my knowledge and belief. I bear the responsibility for the correctness of the above-mentioned particulars.

Timeline

Production Engineer

Sidel India Pvt Ltd.
06.2017 - Current

B.E. - MECHNICAL

Siddhant College of Engineering

D.M.E. -

Nutan Maharashtra Polytechnic, Pune

S.S.C. -

Nav Maharashtra Vidyalay Kharabwadi, Pune
Akash Nana Gaikwad