Nilesh KOkil

Led defect reduction projects to enhance cost efficiency, productivity, and process quality.

Developed a new Corrective Action Preventive Action (CAPA) process for addressing customer complaints and internal failures.

Identified process deviations and formulated action plans to ensure compliance.

Closed EVENT (Quality notification) and CAPA using DPS A3 problem-solving methodology on time.

Coordinated with maintenance teams to implement daily action plans for machine availability.

Reviewed and updated production standards and provided training to team leaders and members.

Created training matrices and programs to instruct supervisors and operators on lean principles and quality management.

Conducted lean training initiatives, fostering a culture of continuous improvement across all teams.

Provided technical support for Heat Cure Silicone Rubber across India, resolving customer issues effectively.

Developed business opportunities through OEMs and Tier-1 partnerships in various industries.

Conducted technical training sessions for distributors to enhance product knowledge.

Assisted sales team with technical queries to ensure customer satisfaction.

Created customized products tailored to specific customer requirements.

Collaborated on new plant setup initiatives with global teams to ensure operational readiness.

Familiarity with production machinery, including Rubber 2 Roll mill and Kneader Mixing equipment.

Operated Extrusion Molding Machine for efficient silicone rubber production.

Oversaw development of colored compounds, ensuring alignment with customer requirements and standardization of process conditions.

Optimized processes and controlled production to enhance efficiency and maintain quality control standards.

Troubleshot machine issues, significantly improving productivity and minimizing downtime.

Managed planning and scheduling of work to achieve monthly targets while setting and monitoring quality systems.

Applied expertise in compounding materials and operation of extruder machines Steer and Toshiba, achieving outputs of 400 kg/Hr to 600 kg/Hr.

Developed new compound formulations and conducted molding and mixing trials.

Optimized processes and managed SAP tasks, including creation of BOMs and routings.

Executed pre-pilot and pilot lots to enhance process cycle times.

Increased product yield while providing essential infrastructure support to production.

Implemented Banbury mixing setups and FIFO racks to improve operational efficiency.

Assisted sales team with technical queries on flame-retardant additives and compounds.

Coordinated customer visits to deliver technical support and guidance during product trials.

Collaborated with sales and R&D teams to develop innovative products.

Managed internal cross-functional team for new product development trials and establishment.

Provided customers with technical literature, specifications, compliance certificates, and processing information.

Addressed critical customer complaints by conducting on-site trials with QC and sales teams.

Oversaw laboratory extrusion trials for product development, focusing on PP compounds.

Supported new product development by sharing polymer material and process expertise.