Towfique KHAN

Production Manager

Canadian citizen and Project/Production Manager with a proven track record at Nimlok Canada, enhancing productivity and efficiency through Lean Manufacturing and Six Sigma. Skilled in cross-functional team leadership and project management, achieving significant cost savings and quality improvements. Expert in Agile Methodology, ensuring projects meet and exceed industry standards.

Toronto, Canada

Experience

Project/Production Manager

02/2021 – Present

Nimlok Canada-Richmond Hill, Canada

  • Assessed manufacturing processes and recommended improvements to increase productivity Manage custom design requests from sales team and schedule accordingly
  • Review drawings and specifications to ensure compliance with orders and installation for approval
  • Lead pre-production meetings with relevant team members and departments and schedule tasks required to completion
  • Coordinated and directed a fabrication team of 15+ members across 10+ active projects, consistently achieving all critical deadlines.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications
  • Communicate project requirements or updates to multiple departments to ensure all working on the same project scope/objectives
  • team members in fabrication and design to achieve required tasks and manage production timelines for all custom jobs in production
  • Ensured that all safety policies and regulations were followed in accordance with company standards.
  • Analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost savings.
  • Implemented strategies to reduce waste while maintaining high-quality standards.
  • Monitored progress against established goals and objectives, ensuring successful completion of tasks within budget constraints.

Manufacturing Engineer

01/2019 – 02/2021

CALSTONE INC-Scarborough, Canada

  • Established project schedules and monitored tasks to meet milestones during each phase
  • Developed documentation, diagrams and specifications to meet project requirements and regulatory standards
  • Design and program software for automating ABB and Panasonic welding robots and CNC laser cutters Working predominately with Galvanized Steel, Hot Rolled Steel, and Aluminum Provide
  • manufacturing support for operations and planners in the area of welding process development
  • Responsible for developing, maintaining and updating SOPs and other process related activities
  • Monitor shop production and ensure welded parts are meeting quality requirements and correct deficiencies as needed
  • Create and update manufacturing drawings that define the required dimensions and GD&T
  • Interact with the production floor personnel to identify improvement initiatives and optimize the efficiency of production
  • Designed work paths for custom projects, selecting appropriate parameters for speed, feed rates and tool selection
  • Participated in continuous improvement by generating suggestions, engaging in problem-solving activities to support manufacturing Led projects and analyzed data to identify opportunities for improvement
  • Applied project management metrics and tools in oversight of engineering and manufacturing projects and program services
  • Analyzed production data to identify areas of process inefficiencies and develop solutions to improve productivity.
  • Created new processes for fabrication, assembly, testing, and inspection of products to meet customer requirements.

AutoCAD Designer

05/2018 – 01/2019

Creative Visual Solutions-Oakville, Canada

  • Create & file detailed 2D and 3D drawings using CAD software (Autocad, Solidworks and Maestro) from customer
  • sketches, conceptual drawings or existing similar drawings into easily understood shop drawings for use by CNC operators and millworkers
  • Work with manufacturing shop to problem-solve design and fabrication challenges and use the learnings to improve future work Ensure the quality and accuracy of drawings produced
  • Work collaboratively with account manager, estimating department and fabrication shops to ensure a quality end product as per customer specifications Work quickly to meet aggressive deadlines
  • Inform the Production Engineer of any issues or problems with the AutoCAD based software

Customer Service Executive

01/2016 – 01/2018

American Express-Toronto, Canada

  • Provided prompt and courteous service to customers via phone, email, and chat.
  • Resolved customer complaints in a timely manner while maintaining professional attitude.
  • Maintained accurate records of customer interactions, transactions and comments in the database system.
  • Responsible for tracking missing or misapplied payments and account maintenance.
  • Complied with Federal, State, and company policies, procedures, and regulations.
  • Computed, recorded, and proofread data, records, and reports in accordance.
  • Reported to the
  • Finance Department on a weekly basis regarding updated and resolved dispute information.

Event Coordinator Assistant

01/2015 – 06/2015

  • Design or produce materials such as poster, blog and newsletter to promote event Identify and build relationships with potential donors Monitor progress of fundraising drivers

Education

Ryerson University-Toronto, ON

– 01/2021

Master of Science

Centennial College-Toronto, ON

– 01/2018

Advanced Diploma, Mechanical Engineering

Monash University-Kuala Lampur, Malaysia

– 08/2015

Bachelor of Science, Mechanical Engineering

Skills

Manufacturing Management

Lean ManufacturingSix SigmaQuality by DesignSOP ComplianceProject/Engineering Lifecycle

Project Management

Project Management Professional (PMP)Agile MethodologyCross-functional Team LeadershipBusiness Process Analysis

Data Analysis & Reporting

PowerBI TrainedHTMLProficient in CRM and SaaS

Tools & Technologies

Salesforce CRMProject Management SoftwareBusiness Intelligence Tools

Process Improvement

Continuous Improvement StrategiesRoot Cause AnalysisKPI Development

Contact

Open to new roles, consulting, and collaborations.