SACHIN MALWADE

• Prototype Manufacturing Expert: Over 11 years of experience in additive manufacturing, moulds, press tools & integrated solutions of fabrication category ensuring efficient lead times and cost-effective production.
• Concept to Completion: Collaborate with designers to translate concepts into physical prototypes using both advanced & conventional manufacturing techniques.
• Technical Proficiency: Provide technical guidance and support throughout the product development lifecycle, from requirement analysis to final testing.
• Vendor Management: Build strategic partnerships with vendors to drive innovation and cost savings.
• Training & Empowerment: Educate designers on additive manufacturing processes to optimize designs for lead time and cost.
• Tooling Specialist: Skilled in development and manufacturing of jigs, fixtures, and cutting tools to support production.
• Production Support: Provide efficient production support in fast-paced environments, including field trials, APQP samples, production ramp ups and short-batch production.

Expertise in Additive Manufacturing, Tooling, and Rapid Prototyping:

• Additive manufacturing Expert: Explored and benchmarked new additive manufacturing technologies and materials to identify cost-effective, production-worthy solutions for low-volume products.
• Tooling Efficiency: Provided technical support during feasibility, negotiated optimal pricing & lead times, coordinated effectively with stakeholders, and ensured timely tool delivery.
• Rapid Prototyping & Integrated Solutions: Pioneered the creation of near-production-quality prototypes through advanced 3D printing and innovative post-processing techniques.
• Delivered comprehensive solutions from raw materials procurement to powder-coated components, streamlining the prototyping process.

• Supplier Quality: Managed supplier quality assurance through auditing, evaluation, and follow-up procedures. Prepared monthly reports and facilitated communication between suppliers, PPC, and other departments regarding quality issues.
• Quality Planning & Execution: Developed quality plans, ensured inspections as per plans, and implemented quality systems. Traced new development components through each stage to final approval.
• New Product Development: Collaborated with design to validate and verify designs for new crane assemblies. Instrumental in developing new parts and establishing manufacturing processes at new vendors.
• Customer Satisfaction: Resolved customer complaints as part of the CAPA team and excelled at generating spare parts business during customer visits.
• Process Improvement: Actively participated in manpower planning for the quality department and prepared control plans for new developments alongside production and design.
• Quality Systems & Compliance: Maintained adherence to quality systems, planned and traced new development components, and prepared quality plans for production and new development parts.
• Calibration & Certification: Conducted instrument calibration and prepared documentation for ISO 9001:2008 certification.
• Occupational Health & Safety: Served as a Zonal In-charge and Certified Internal Auditor for the occupational health and safety management system.
• Leadership: Managed the Quality Assurance department for Rough Terrain, Pick Carry Cranes, and Heavy Duty Forklifts.

• Implemented proactive maintenance plans for clients, reducing downtime and increasing overall system reliability.