Harshilkumar Thakkar
Manufacturing Engineer @General Motors
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WORK HISTORY
Manufacturing Engineer @General Motors
Oshawa, ON, CA
EDUCATION
Gujarat Technological University
Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering
University of Guelph
Master of Engineering - MEng, Mechanical Engineering
ABOUT HARSHILKUMAR THAKKAR
Process Engineer with over 5 years of experience in process optimization, quality assurance, and equipment commissioning within high-volume production environments. Proven success in leading APQP and PPAP initiatives, managing CAPEX projects, and implementing automation solutions that enhance throughput and reduce scrap. Expert in IATF 16949 compliance, PFMEA, and root cause analysis. Strong communicator and cross-functional collaborator with a track record of delivering cost savings and operational excellence. Proven success in managing capital projects, vendor negotiations, and cross-functional initiatives driving equipment optimization, safety compliance, and automation improvements. EIT certified and eligible for P.Eng. licensing (PEO Member #10•••••87).Skills:Technical Skills: APQP & Control Plan (Prototype, Prelaunch, Full-production) – 5 Phases, PPAP, SPC, MSA, FMEA (AIAG-VDA, Edition-1, 2019), Kanban, Kaizen, Andon, Gemba, PDCA-Root Cause, TQM, VSM, ISO 9001 and IATF-16949.Design Software: Solid-Works, AutoCAD (Create 2D drawings, Prepare the blueprints to execute the manufacturing process), Fusion 360, GD & T concepts, NX, Teamcenter.Data Analysis: Minitab, Power Bi, GTMC.ERP Software: IFSMicrosoft Office: MS Office-Excel, Word, Power-point, Outlook, Access, MS Project.Regulatory Codes: Knowledge of MHE safety related codes, ASME B20•••06, ANSI 14.3 (for Ladders and Crossover Stairs), Canada Labor Code Part II (covers general H&S requirements), Standard Z432-04-“Safeguarding of Machinery”, Standard CSA-Z431-02 (R2007) “Basic and Safety Principles for Man Machine Interface”Extra Courses: Google Project Management, Opex, RedX Apprentice training
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