Kishor Chaudhari
Pune
Summary
Industrial and manufacturing/process engineer focused on process improvement and productivity enhancement. Delivered results through resource allocation scheduling, statistical analysis, and optimized material flow using CAD and lean quality tools. Improved operational efficiency and production readiness through method development and comprehensive documentation.
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Work History
Sr. Engineer (Manufacturing IOS)
Hyster-Yale Lift Truck India Pvt.Ltd.
Pune
10.2021 - Current
- Defined ECN implementation governance and set operator method standards worldwide.
- Led ECN digitalisation pilot at Greenville to coordinate smoother execution.
- Managed manufacturing IT operations across global plants in Berea, Greenville, Nijmegen.
- Drove continuous improvement initiatives across plants to raise productivity and standardisation.
- Steered global PLM migration and transformation through stakeholder governance.
- Built and coached India virtual manufacturing support team to scale engineering capability.
Section Lead _ CoE (Center of Excellence)
Vikram Solar Ltd.
Chennai
01.2021 - 09.2021
- Led manufacturing engineering activities for setup of greenfield solar module assembly plant, ensuring operational readiness.
- Supported installation and commissioning of new solar module assembly line equipment, facilitating seamless transition to production.
- Developed standard operating procedures and manufacturing systems for new greenfield facility.
- Managed factory acceptance test and site acceptance test validation for new installations.
- Conducted technical evaluation and vendor comparisons for OEM equipment selection.
- Optimised facility layout and planned production flow for new product introduction, enhancing space utilisation and workflow efficiency.
Sr.Engineer
Genius Business Solutions India Pvt.Ltd. Client: -
Pune
09.2017 - 12.2020
- Resequenced the product assembly process and optimised operator travel around the workstation.
- Resequenced product assembly process, minimising operator travel around workstation for streamlined operations.
- Optimised 3D factory layout, recovering 16,000 sq.ft. to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Created an effective pou material strategy and part kitting process for better clarity in staging.
Process Specialist
Infosys BPM Ltd.
Pune
09.2012 - 10.2017
- Assisted in rollout of assembly manufacturing execution system (AMES) for China and Rosario plants, streamlining manufacturing processes.
- Created manufacturing documentation and visual work instructions for assembly weld paint engine processes.
- Performed 3D factory walkthroughs, assembly animation, virtual design review audits (VDRA), and clearance analysis to validate digital buildability.
- Provided manufacturing engineering support for OFP and PDP programs, enhancing product development across multiple platforms.
- Coordinated project reporting and cross-functional meetings while developing safe work methods to facilitate efficient project execution.
- Client: - John Deere Technology center India (JDTCI) Genius Business Solutions India Pvt.Ltd.Pune Client: - Sullair LLC (a Hitachi Group Company), Michigan City, IN (USA)
Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET)
Skoda Auto India Pvt Ltd.
Aurangabad
09.2011 - 09.2012
Graduate Apprentice Trainee Engineer (GA)
Bosch Ltd.
Nashik
09.2010 - 08.2011
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
North Maharashtra University
Jalgaon, Maharashtra, India07-2010
Master of Science - Manufacturing Management
Birla Institute of Technology & Science
Pilani, Rajasthan, India06-2014
Skills
- Manufacturing process development
- Digital manufacturing
- Lean manufacturing
- Continuous improvement
- 3D factory layout optimization
- Process simulation
- Engineering change management
- Manufacturing documentation
- MBOM creation for assembly
- Project management
- CAD software proficiency
- AutoCAD; Factory CAD; Solid works,NX
LANGUAGES
English,Hindi,Marathi
Certification
- PMP Certification: - Certified Project Management Professional.
- PRINCE2 Practitioner – License GR657062093KC. Certified Lean Manufacturing and Lean Production Manager.
- Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt (LSSGB). Successfully completed SAP MM (Material Management) ERP certification.
Accomplishments
- Successfully done several automation projects for GSOE, OMS and AMES work which resulted in eliminating repetitive manual steps, elimination of human errors, improvement in First Time Right of these deliverables and cost savings due to reduction in standard time to perform these activities.
- Given trainings to all the new joining associates in Assembly team as per the standards.
- Created knowledge retention documents like Check list, Best practices and Standard Operating Procedures.
- Achieved awards for 100% Quality and Productivity.
- Trained 4-5 China ME's on manufacturing engineering projects like Visual assembly instructions, GSOE etc.
- Awarded as Star Player for being a True Star, Service, Teamwork, Attitude, and Reliability.
- Got Appreciations and recognition mail from Client for extra ordinary work on Animation as well as AMES Execution project.
- Received the 'Special Achievement Award' from the college of engineering during my final year of bachelor's degree for outstanding progress and general proficiency.
Linked In Profile
https://www.linkedin.com/in/kishor-chaudhari-521b5614
INTERESTS
Travelling, Music, Reading, Networking
Timeline
Sr. Engineer (Manufacturing IOS)
Hyster-Yale Lift Truck India Pvt.Ltd.
10.2021 - Current
Section Lead _ CoE (Center of Excellence)
Vikram Solar Ltd.
01.2021 - 09.2021
Sr.Engineer
Genius Business Solutions India Pvt.Ltd. Client: -
09.2017 - 12.2020
Process Specialist
Infosys BPM Ltd.
09.2012 - 10.2017
Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET)
Skoda Auto India Pvt Ltd.
09.2011 - 09.2012
Graduate Apprentice Trainee Engineer (GA)
Bosch Ltd.
09.2010 - 08.2011
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering
North Maharashtra University
Master of Science - Manufacturing Management
Birla Institute of Technology & Science