Suhas Patil
Pune
Summary
- Dynamic Senior Consultant at Tata Consultancy Services with expertise in strategic planning and quality assurance. Proven track record in optimizing processes and enhancing production efficiency. Skilled in welding inspections and project management, successfully mentoring teams and implementing quality control measures that improved compliance and operational reliability.
- Worked at Shipyard for SemCorp Marine in Singapore as part of the Process Optimization and System Implementation Program.
- Worked in the UAE with Offshore Drilling Organization - Shelf Drilling as part of Process Improvement and Greenfield ERP Implementation.
- Worked in Tokyo, Japan, with Michelin Tyres for 3 years as part of Business Process Optimization and ERP Implementation.
- Worked at USA for 2 years as a Senior Manufacturing Expert for System Implementation.
Overview
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Consultant
Tata Consultancy Services
Pune
05.2003 - Current
- Developed comprehensive strategies to address client challenges and drive growth.
- Mentored junior consultants on project execution and best practices.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to implement client initiatives effectively.
- Collaborated with welding teams to address non-conformities and safety concerns.
- Reviewed welding procedures and specifications for accuracy and adherence.
- Conducted thorough inspections of welded joints and structures for compliance.
- Documented inspection findings in detailed reports for quality assurance records.
- Trained junior inspectors on industry standards and inspection techniques.
- Assisted in developing training programs to improve welding practices and safety.
- Ensured compliance with relevant codes, standards, and regulatory requirements during inspections.
- Performed destructive tests on welds as required by industry codes.
- Interpreted complex technical specifications from customers or government agencies.
- Provided guidance and instruction to operators on proper welding techniques and procedures.
- Reviewed blueprints, drawings, and welding procedures to verify conformance with applicable codes and standards.
- Monitored welders' performance during production welding activities.
- Ensured that safety guidelines were followed during welding operations.
- Managed inventory levels for materials and supplies across multiple sites.
- Coordinated procurement of materials to meet production schedules efficiently.
- Analyzed material usage trends to optimize stock replenishment processes.
- Developed and maintained relationships with suppliers to ensure quality materials.
- Conducted regular audits of material inventory for accuracy and compliance.
- Analyzed manufacturing processes to identify inefficiencies and recommend improvements.
- Developed training programs for new employees on safety and operational procedures.
- Implemented quality control measures to enhance product consistency and reliability.
- Provided advice and guidance to clients on best practices for optimizing production processes.
- Monitored production lines for compliance with established protocols ensuring that all products meet required specifications.
- Conducted audits of existing processes at client sites in order to assess current performance levels against industry standards.
Assistant Manager
Mather & Platt Pumps Ltd
Pune
08.1998 - 05.2003
- Supervised daily operations in machine shop & Fabrication Shop to ensure production efficiency.
- Coordinated workflow among team members for seamless fabrication processes.
- Inspected finished products for quality and adherence to specifications.
- Implemented maintenance schedules for machinery to enhance operational reliability.
- Collaborated with engineering team on design modifications and improvements.
- Resolved conflicts between staff members in a professional manner.
- Trained new employees on proper use of equipment, tools, and techniques for fabricating parts.
- Investigated customer complaints regarding product quality or delivery times.
- Ordered supplies such as raw materials, tools, and fixtures as needed.
- Assigned tasks and monitored work performance of shop personnel to ensure compliance with safety regulations, quality standards, and production goals.
- Coordinated activities between departments to facilitate efficient workflow.
- Implemented process improvements resulting from research findings or customer feedback.
- Evaluated existing fabrication methods for opportunities to improve accuracy or efficiency.
- Ensured the safe operation of all fabrication machinery and equipment.
- Sourced materials from suppliers based on cost-effectiveness and availability criteria.
- Developed and implemented standard operating procedures for fabrication processes.
- Collaborated with engineering team in developing prototype designs for testing purposes.
- Reviewed customer drawings and specifications prior to fabrication work commencing.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Directed and coordinated production activities, encouraging employees to meet specifications.
- Determined budgets, production goals and rates based on company policies and requirements.
- Assisted in coordinating daily operations and team schedules.
- Facilitated communication between departments to enhance workflow efficiency.
- Implemented quality control measures to maintain product standards.
- Supervised daily operations including scheduling shifts, assigning duties.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of operations.
- Remained calm and professional in stressful circumstances and effectively diffused tense situations.
Plant Engineer GearBox Manufacturing
Walchandnagar Industries Ltd
Walchandnagar
11.1994 - 08.1998
- Reviewed engineering drawings to ensure accuracy and completeness of design documents.
- Collaborated with other departments when developing process improvements or modifications that impacted their job functions.
- Evaluated plant operational processes and documented possible improvements and implementation plans.
- Conducted root cause analysis investigations into production issues and developed corrective action plans accordingly.
- Documented operating procedures for existing manufacturing processes.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance plans for all plant equipment.
- Managed inventory levels of spare parts required for maintaining plant equipment.
- Monitored production processes to identify areas of improvement in efficiency, cost reduction, and waste elimination.
- Recommended testing conditions and industry standards to test validity.
- Oversaw transmission of engineering specifications, instructions and processes guidelines to enhance administrative efficiency and eliminate unnecessary physical records.
- Directed cross-functional teams focused on supplier integration with technological strategies in order to enhance global procurement and materials management efficiency.
- Communicated with engineering personnel to discuss test results and implications.
- Established design and fabrication parameters and interpreted tests to verify adherence.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Shivaji University Kolhapur
Sangli08-1994
Skills
- Strategic planning
- Project management
- Quality assurance
- Welding inspections
- Process optimization
- Inventory management
- ERP implementation
- Quality control
- Process improvement
Languages
Marathi
First Language
Hindi
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
English
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Japanese
Beginner
A1
Timeline
Senior Consultant
Tata Consultancy Services
05.2003 - Current
Assistant Manager
Mather & Platt Pumps Ltd
08.1998 - 05.2003
Plant Engineer GearBox Manufacturing
Walchandnagar Industries Ltd
11.1994 - 08.1998
Bachelor of Engineering Technology - Mechanical Engineering
Shivaji University Kolhapur
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