MS Excel
Manoj Makwana
Industrial Engineer
Anand
Summary
Industrial Engineer with 9 years’ experience in Lean Manufacturing, Process Optimization, and Industrial Engineering. Proven track record of cost savings, time study implementation, and driving continuous improvement in high-performing manufacturing environments.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Certifications
3
3
Languages
Work History
IED Engineer
Thermax Babcock & Wilcox Energy Solutions Limited
01.2023 - Current
- Estimate job time and resource needs based on engineering drawings.
- Perform time studies for new projects and engineering changes to optimize processes.
- Create Excel-based templates for standardized time calculation and reporting.
- Answer sales and marketing inquiries by collecting and consolidating feedback from all departments.
- Plan, schedule, and facilitate organization-wide execution of sustainable improvement projects.
- Calculate and update weekly RSMH and RPD data, integrating with BANN ERP routing systems.
- Design and deploy training strategies and content for operational excellence programs.
Junior Engineer (Mfg.)
MG Motor Pvt Ltd
07.2022 - 01.2023
- Ensured quality and safety compliance in manufacturing operations.
- Led the MGPS implementation and coordinated training across lines.
- Conducted layered audits, 5S audits, and created standard operating documents, i.e. SOS, JES.
Industrial Engineer
Tata Motors Ltd
08.2017 - 07.2022
- Conducted process mapping, time studies, and layout improvements in the Powertrain shop.
- Defined standard work content using the MOST technique for existing and new models.
- Calculated Takt time, load charts, and optimized manpower allocation across production lines.
- Identified and resolved bottlenecks to increase line capacity and throughput.
- Reviewed and analyzed new projects on the shop floor to assess production feasibility.
- Collaborated with planning, design, and maintenance teams to implement new processes.
- Generated and tracked productivity improvement ideas through the GEAR framework.
- Estimated zero-based guide costs, and supported revenue budgeting with the purchase team.
- Coordinated with external suppliers for service scope, pricing, and outsourcing agreements.
- Participated in Kaizen events and VAVE workshops to drive process improvement.
- Supported IoT and automation initiatives to enhance workforce efficiency.
- Prepared and maintained OEE, MOP, HPV, and MIS reports for performance tracking.
- Trained and mentored team members on new processes, products, and technologies.
- Co-developed PaLMsys (Time Study Software) in partnership with TATA Technologies.
- Managed process owner activities, including scheduling, follow-ups, and approvals.
Machine operator
FAG Bearings India Ltd
10.2016 - 07.2017
- Operated and Setup Centerless Grinding machine for Bearing outer diameter grinding
- Maintained quality standards, 5S, and safety compliance on the floor.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Shri K.J. Polytechnic
Bharuch, Gujarat 08.2013 - 07.2016
Secondary School Education (10th) -
Shree R.D. Patel High School
Kinkhlod, Gujarat 05.2012 - 06.2013
Skills
Industrial engineering expertise
Certification
Project Scheduling: Estimate Activity Durations | Coursera
Accomplishments
- Awarded by Thermax MD at Tech Trove Event for a SQPDC project | Jun’2024-May’2025
- Winner of Cyber Fitness Challenge across Thermax all plants | Nov’2024
- Expedited Drum/Shell Enquiry response time by 66.6% using ChatGPT | Sep’2024
- Won 1st prize in Quality Slogan writing competition across TBWES all plants | Dec’2023
- Standardized Work content for Engine shop; saved 2139 Rs. per Engine | Oct’2018 - Mar’2021
- Appreciated by TATA Motors Business Excellence for Cost Saving suggestions | Jul’2021
- Felicitated by TATA Motors Innovation council for achieved 383 MOP in Paint shop | Oct’2017 - May’2018
- Achieved 500 Catalytic Converter/Day at Sharda Motor, Sanand (Vendor) | Jan’2021
- Volunteered in TATA Motors’ CSR – Volunteering Program | Apr’2018 - Mar’2019
- Implemented Online MOST Estimation (PalMSys Software) system with TTL team | Feb’2018-Jan’2019
Software
ERP system routing
PLM software
PaLMSys by DELMIA
Python programming
ChatGPT
Interests
Anchoring
Reading non-fiction books
Outdoor Sports
Timeline
Project Scheduling: Estimate Activity Durations | Coursera
06-2024
IED Engineer
Thermax Babcock & Wilcox Energy Solutions Limited
01.2023 - Current
Junior Engineer (Mfg.)
MG Motor Pvt Ltd
07.2022 - 01.2023
Digital Manufacturing & Design | The State University of New York (Coursera)
09-2021
Six Sigma Green Belt Specialization Kennesaw State University (Coursera)
03-2021
Getting Started with SAP Fieldglass | OpenSAP
03-2021
Industrial Engineer
Tata Motors Ltd
08.2017 - 07.2022
Machine operator
FAG Bearings India Ltd
10.2016 - 07.2017
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Shri K.J. Polytechnic
08.2013 - 07.2016
Secondary School Education (10th) -
Shree R.D. Patel High School
05.2012 - 06.2013
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