Darshan Zala

Experience

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  ICE MAKE REFRIGERATION LIMITED

  May 2019 - Jun 2019

  Continuous improvement Intern

  • Conducted thorough process analyses, identifying bottlenecks and implementing Lean Manufacturing principles to enhance efficiency by ~13% . • Developed and standardized operating procedures, monitored production data, and created insightful dashboards to support data-driven decision-making. • Assisted in continuous improvement projects and conducting time and motion studies and successfully reduced cycle times and optimized workflows. • Collaborated with cross-functional teams, facilitated training sessions, and supported quality control measures to ensure product consistency and compliance with industry standards, while managing project timelines and providing technical support to maintain equipment reliability. Show less

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  UNITER ENGINEERING PRODUCTS

  Jan 2020 - Jun 2020

  Design Engineering Intern

  Final semester Major Project at Nirma University•Design and Implementation of a welding robot that can weld the chassis of paver machines.• Designing with the use of PTC Creo.• Material selection based on AISC Steel Manual , The space availability and the heavy load application.• Selection of Robotic arm, servo motors and gear mechanisms.• Loading and calibration.• Stress analysis with the use of Ansys

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  ArcelorMittal Nippon Steel India

  Sept 2020 - Feb 2021

  Assistant Manager At Arcelormittal Nippon Steel India ltd

  • Planning of plant maintenance activities in the events of planned shutdowns and sudden breakdowns.• Assigning maintenance activities to skilled technicians according to their skillset for achieving maximum efficiency and reducing lead time.• Lead the team of technicians in major breakdowns and reduced the leadtime by 15%.• Majorly overlooked the maintenance activities in Iron Zone plants and Corex Plants.

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  Dispowell® Surgicals

  Feb 2021 - Jul 2022

  Assistant Manager

  •Utilized SAP ERP, RFX and GDC portals to track orders, monitor delivery schedules, and generated reports for management review, facilitating data driven decision-making processes. •Implemented vendor management strategies, fostering strong relationships with suppliers to negotiate favorable terms and pricing agreements, resulting in cost savings of ∼13% • Managed the procurement process for indirect materials, including office supplies, maintenance, and MRO (maintenance, repair, and operations) items, ensuring uninterrupted support for operational activities.•Core Competencies: Procurement & Vendor Management, ERP System Proficiency, Data-Driven Decision Making, Cost Management & Savings Show less

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  Tata Motors

  Sept 2022 - Dec 2023

  Buyer - Supply Chain Management

  • Scheduling and procurement with the use of SAP ERP and Excel.• Planning, Inventory management and strategic buying of VP and NVP parts of TCF and BIW factories for efficient manufacturing of passenger vehicles.• Ensuring the adherence of monthly and 3 days - production plans given to the suppliers.• Co-ordinating with ppc team • Managing Vendor - relations and management • Planning, Inventory management and strategic buying of VP and NVP parts of TCF and BIW factories for efficient manufacturing of passenger vehicles. • Ensuring the adherence of monthly and 3 days - production plans given to the suppliers. • Co-ordinating with ppc team • Managing Vendor - relations, management and team work Show less

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  Concordia University

  Apr 2024 - now

  Exam Invigilator