Krishna Makadia

Experience

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  Jyoti CNC Automation

  Sept 2008 - Dec 2008

  Junior Supervisor

  Leaded team of ten people to achieved production targets • Maintained inventory data for the company • Studied all processes and implied necessary changes • Designed manufacturing line for vertical CNCs as well as horizontal CNCs

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  Sigma Freudenberg NOK

  Jan 2010 - Apr 2010

  Project Technician

  Designed packaging module for the new plant • Created Bill of material and order tickets • Leaded teams to accomplish goals and targets on time and with efficiency • Created video and visual operating manual for all operators • Modified working techniques to reduce waste of man power, money and resources

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  UView Ultraviolet Systems Inc.

  Jan 2012 - Jan 2013

  Project Technologist

  Designed production line layout for various production • Created jigs and fixtures for necessary stages as per manufacturing requirement • Took leadership and guided bunch of teams towards achieving goals • Made necessary decisions to commute costumer demands based on priority, time and available resources • Created work instructions and managed inventory for all appointed productions lines • Implemented KanBan and lean six sigma manufacturing techniques • Designed process manuals for all operators to follow • Modified previous pick tickets and bill of materials for various products • Maintained daily log book to keep tracks of all happenings and discussions Show less

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  IntraPac International Corporation

  Jan 2014 - Jun 2015

  Tool Technician

  Started with material handler. Incharge of stocking raw material and finished skids. Space and storage management. Follow safety procedures and help General labour during intense work and fast place environment. Promoted to tool technician in short time. Cleaning and maintenance of molds, die and tools during, before and after operational use. Document and report damage, dents and defects to plant manager. Authorized to dispatch and receive molds and dies to and from diemakers. Inventory control and bill of material modifications. Six sigma work ethics and procedures. Time, space and storage management. Show less

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  Amhil north america

  Jun 2015 - Jun 2024

  Monitored employee performances of Process technicians, Process operators, Millwrights, Mechanics, Electricians and General labor on day-to-day basis by delivering positive reinforcement and providing regular performance review, feedback and coaching in deficient areas.o Trained new employees on company standards and safety procedureso Implemented conflict-resolution tactics in unionized environment by cooperating with employees and staff and emphasizing team work and positivityo Met other supervisors and business leaders to plan and guide workflow and operations. Maintained effective relationship with scheduling, warehousing and sales department to ensure on-time delivery to customers.o Improved processes by identifying slow-downs and implementing 65 and SMED work ethics.o Boosted company efficiency through waste reduction and process improvements, leading to high profit margins. Also ensured production priorities are incorporated into work plans and monitored variances and NCR's with clear understanding of manufacturing process applications.o Lead 6S, KanBan, Lean manufacturing, and Kaizen continuous improvement initiatives. Show less Troubleshoot process efficiency and lead process flow for all manufacturing lines. Analyze past present and future problems and develop standardize process plan procedure. Train operating process technicians for better efficiency and process enhancements. Perform changeover as required to maintain production schedule. Aid process specialist with collecting and analyzing process information to create process chart. Uplift production capacity and efficiency. Lead 50 people to achieve individual goal and teams set points. Show less Provide technical support and training to assembly and manufacturing personnels. Read mechanical drawings, blueprints and Schematics to endure specifications and accurancy of production met. Troubleshoot process and setup and diagnose ongoing and yet to appear issues. Including calibrations, documentation, test runs and maintenance. Fabrication, tooling, fixturing, modifications of process, coordination with management, electrical and engineering departments. Ensure details to specifications, safety standards and protocols and apply six sigma lean manufacturing to work ethics. Show less

  • Plant Supervisor

    Jun 2017 - Jun 2024

  • Process Lead Tech

    Mar 2016 - Jun 2017

  • Process Technician

    Jun 2015 - Oct 2016
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  Elmes Packaging Inc.

  Mar 2024 - Oct 2024

  Production and Continuous Improvement Manager

  Organized resources, supplies and teams to meet operational demand and core metrics.Communicated clear objectives and implemented hands-on strategies resulting in peak performance. Arranged crew schedules to align with business and project demands. Developed mechanisms and tools to maintain critical data tracking for operational records. Leveraged time studies, value stream mapping, Kaizen and 5S to improve plant operations. Also coached team on DMAIC and PDCA cycles Delivered total quality control with effective collaboration between team members and outside vendors. Trained employees on lean manufacturing principles and process improvement techniques. Conducted regular audits to ensure compliance with FSSC 2200 and ISO 9001.Outlined issues for nonconformance, root cause analyses and quality trends with clear, detailed reports. Show less