Ganesh Jamdade

About Ganesh Jamdade

Transforming Complex Manufacturing through Digital Innovation & Strategic LeadershipWith over 9 years of experience at global giants John Deere and GE Aerospace, I serve as a catalyst for manufacturing excellence. As a Lead Engineer, I specialize in architecting future-proof assembly ecosystems by bridging the gap between R&D’s vision and shop-floor reality.My leadership philosophy integrates the strategic foresight of a BITS Pilani MBA with the technical discipline of a Lean Six Sigma Green Belt. I don\'t just optimize processes; I empower high-performing, cross-functional teams to solve the \"impossible\" bottlenecks of modern industry.Strategic Leadership & Impact- Cross-Functional Orchestration: I lead multidisciplinary teams as Design, Quality, SCM, and Operations to deliver complex NPI projects. I excel at aligning diverse stakeholders toward a single goal: seamless,\"First Time Right\" production- Visionary Digital Transformation: Beyond technical implementation, I lead the cultural shift toward Industry 4.0. By integrating MES, Oracle ERP, and IIoT, I champion paperless environments and data-driven decision-making across the organization- Mentorship & Community Building: As a Co-facilitator for the GE India Lean Community, I mentored emerging engineers in Lean methodologies. I take pride in fostering a culture of continuous improvement, leading Kaizen events that drive both morale and efficiency- Resource & Budget Stewardship: I take full accountability for CAPEX/OPEX budgets, overseeing the strategic sourcing and installation of mission-critical tooling. My focus is on maximizing ROI while ensuring zero compromise on safety or quality standards.Core Expertise- Technical Leadership: APQP Level II (GE Aviation), DFMA, FMEA, and Engineering Change Management (ECM)- Digital Innovation: IIoT 4.0, CVML, Digital Twin, and MES-Oracle Integration- Operational Strategy: Agile Methodologies, SCM Optimization, and Value Stream Mapping.I am a Global Award Winner recognized for excellence in process innovation. I am driven by the challenge of leading teams through the complexities of global manufacturing to deliver results that are safer, faster, and smarter.

Experience

1. Lead Engineer

   John Deere

   Jul 2025 — Present · Pune, IN

   I am a Lead Engineer dedicated to bridging the gap between innovative product design and world-class manufacturing execution. With a focus on New Product Introduction (NPI) and Assembly Process Planning, I specialize in transforming complex engineering concepts into streamlined, high-yield production realities.​Currently, I lead a high-performing team of engineers to optimize the manufacturing lifecycle for Deere Excavators. By integrating DFMA principles early in the design phase, I help organization reduce part complexity, slash cycle times, and accelerate time-to-market. My leadership style is rooted in data and discipline—leveraging Six Sigma and Lean methodologies to eliminate waste and drive \"First Time Right\" quality.​I thrive in cross-functional environments, coordinating between R&D, Quality, and Supply Chain to ensure seamless operational scaling and CAPEX efficiency.​Core Competencies:​Strategic Planning: NPI, Project Management, & Resource Allocation.​Process Excellence: Lean Manufacturing, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), & Six Sigma.​Design Optimization: DFMA, Tooling/Fixture Design, & Automation.​Leadership: Team Mentorship, Cross-functional Coordination, & Stakeholder Management.

Education

• Birla Institute of Technology and Science, Pilani

  Master of Business Administration, Manufacturing Management

  2018 — 2020

• Pad. Dr. D.Y.Patil Institute of Engineering and Technology,Pimpri

  Bachelor of Engineering (BE), Mechanical Engineering

  2013 — 2016

• Government polytechnic, karad

  DIploma, Mechanical Engineering

  2010 — 2013

Skills

• Microsoft Office
• Matlab
• Manufacturing
• Powerpoint
• Microsoft Excel
• Catia
• Engineering
• Management
• Project Planning
• Ansys
• Mechanical Engineering
• Public Speaking
• Autocad
• Microsoft Word
• Mastercam
• Leadership