NITIN GHATE
Mechanical Engineer With Masters In Business Administration & Supply Chain Management
Moshi, Pune
Summary
- Performance-driven professional with over 21 years of extensive experience in the Automobile and Heavy Fabrication Industries, having worked with renowned organizations such as JCB India Ltd and Gabriel India Ltd, excelling in various production roles
- Demonstrating key skills and competencies in production planning, inventory management, resource/people management, and welding engineering, including Mig welding, spot welding, laser welding, and sheet metal body & chassis production processes with specialization in Shop Floor Management, and Process Excellence
- Insightful professional with notable success in directing a broad range of production operations, while participating in planning, analysis & implementation of solutions in support of business objectives; conducted failure analysis with adherence to standards
- Exhibited excellence in leading process improvement, lean manufacturing, cost reduction projects and implementing quality systems for enhancing production efficiency; enhanced the efficiency of workforce by focusing on technical & customer-oriented aspects.
- Achieved significant improvements in production efficiency, quality, and safety through the implementation of strategic quality tools and lean manufacturing techniques, resulting in cost savings through the Reuse-Reduce-Replace methodology
- People Leader, who has successfully led and motivated team of manufacturing facilities, and team of professionals in cross-cultural environment towards growth and success in the organization; created a clear & compelling view of future through coaching and execution
- Proven skills in executing physical stock verification, instituting inventory control measures & organizing dispensing activities; deploying Kaizen/Pokayoke/Fool proofing/Quality Circle and other methodologies to optimize operations
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Work History
Assistant General Manager Factory
Aquarius Engineers Pvt Ltd
09.2025 - Current
- Coordinate daily factory operations to align production priorities with manpower and material availability.
- Review shop floor progress and resolve bottlenecks before they affect output or delivery commitments.
- Support production planning by balancing capacity, shift needs, and work order priorities.
- Monitor inventory levels to support uninterrupted production and timely material replenishment.
- Conduct routine factory walks to identify safety concerns, workflow gaps, and maintenance needs.
- Coordinate with quality teams to address process issues and maintain output standards.
- Assist with production reviews by comparing actual output against plan and highlighting variances.
- Leading fabrication, assembly, and new product development (stationary boom pump).
Driving factory expansion project including Capex/Opex finalization and asset selection. - Maintain communication between production, procurement, and stores teams to keep work moving.
- Heading stores and spares department, achieving 21% sales hike with 100% plan completion.
- Prepare operational updates for management on shift performance, material constraints, and follow-up actions.
- Contribute to lean improvements by identifying waste, rework, and unnecessary movement on the floor.
Production Head
Kalyani Power Train Limited
05.2023 - 09.2025
- Managed all processes within Capex/Opex budgets while guiding root-cause fixes and engineering initiatives.
- Monitored 5 production schedules weekly to keep dispatches aligned with delivery commitments.
- Directed production planning and control, including line balancing, work-content calculations, and process optimization.
- Built integrated systems covering quality control, inventory control, material flow, logistics, and production coordination.
- Strengthened process parameters through targeted improvements to support productivity and bottom-line objectives.
- Aligned manufacturing strategies and action plans with strategic and financial direction across stakeholders and functions.
- Led safety compliance meetings, supported worker guidance, and coordinated internal and external auditors for certifications.
Manager (Line In-charge)-Domestic/Export Line
JCB India Limited
10.2011 - 05.2023
- Led a team of 150 operators, six supervisors, and two deputy managers across domestic and export line operations.
- Drove production planning, capacity utilization, and shop floor execution for a leading construction equipment manufacturing line.
- Managed strategic planning, process and equipment handling, quality assurance, audits, and daily production control.
- Implemented continuous improvement initiatives to raise productivity, reduce costs, improve product quality, and strengthen lean manufacturing.
- Coordinated employee engagement and rewards programs to sustain motivation and performance across the shop floor.
- Reworked the line layout and trained additional manpower in advance to absorb demand growth from 12 Cr/Month to 20 Cr/Month.
- Eliminated a high-risk revolving-frame tilting activity through root cause analysis, quality circle work, and line layout changes; delivered the fix within 20 days and earned JCB's Best Team Award plus QCFI Pune Gold and NCQC Excellent recognition.
Senior Engineer (Weld Shop)
Gabriel India Ltd.
05.2005 - 10.2011
- Monitored 3 production tasks per shift across weld, press, and powder coating operations.
- Led 90 operators and four team leaders while planning shop-floor production across weld, press, and powder coating areas.
- Developed procedures, trained staff, and provided technical guidance to support efficient, high-quality output.
- Coordinated with QA and suppliers on component issues, while delivering job knowledge, safety, and first-aid training.
- Installed laser welding and Fanuc 6-axis robot welding lines, resolved startup issues, and regularized production.
- Drove production ramp-up for TML, VW, and Toyota, delivered a 5S layout upgrade, and earned recognition for quality and kaizen leadership.
Education
Master of Business Administration - Operations & Supply Chain Management
SPPU Pune
Pune01-2023
Degree - Electronics
BAMU Aurangabad
Aurangabad01-2021
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Govt. Polytechnic, Osmanabad
Osmanabad01-2005
Skills
Strategic planning & implementation
Production planning & control
Inventory management
Supply chain coordination
Capacity planning
Sales and operations planning
Material requirements planning
Production budget management
Overall equipment effectiveness
Enterprise resource planning
Quality assurance & control
Lean manufacturing
Root cause analysis
Safety management
Team leadership
Workforce planning
Supplier quality management
Preventive maintenance coordination
Production KPI reporting
Cost reduction analysis
Timeline
Assistant General Manager Factory
Aquarius Engineers Pvt Ltd
09.2025 - Current
Production Head
Kalyani Power Train Limited
05.2023 - 09.2025
Manager (Line In-charge)-Domestic/Export Line
JCB India Limited
10.2011 - 05.2023
Senior Engineer (Weld Shop)
Gabriel India Ltd.
05.2005 - 10.2011
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Govt. Polytechnic, Osmanabad
Degree - Electronics
BAMU Aurangabad
Master of Business Administration - Operations & Supply Chain Management
SPPU Pune