Dhruv Raval

Canadian manufacturer of HRV/ERV systems and HVAC sheet metal components (wall boxes, air exchange units) for residential and
commercial buildings to CSA and UL standards.
 Achieved 90-95% reduction in sheet metal scrap waste by implementing precision nesting techniques and ordering
customised sheet sizes for AMADA laser cutting and CNC punch press operations, significantly improving raw material
utilisation and reducing material costs.
 Improved overall production output by introducing structured production planning methods including daily work order
scheduling, shift-level target setting, and workstation-level task allocation aligned to delivery deadlines.
 Planned and coordinated daily production schedules, assigning work orders and directing operators across AMADA laser
cutting, CNC punch press, Dener press brake bending, and spot welding production lines.
 Supervised all sheet metal manufacturing operations end-to-end — from raw material intake through cutting, forming,
bending, welding, and finished goods dispatch.
 Directed machine operators on correct program selection, material setup, tooling, changeovers, and quality checks across
all production equipment.
 Managed real-time inventory levels against production schedule, coordinating supplier replenishment and eliminating line
stoppages caused by material shortages.
 Coordinated with suppliers and customers on procurement, lead times, order updates, and delivery schedules to ensure on
time production and dispatch.
 Led staff training, team motivation, and day-to-day workforce development across the production floor.
 Applied Kaizen and continuous improvement principles to identify and eliminate process inefficiencies across production
lines.
 Actively participated as a JHSC (Joint Health and Safety Committee) member, conducting workplace safety inspections and
driving hazard prevention initiatives.
 Ensured full compliance with Occupational Health and Safety Act (OHSA) standards across all plant operations.
 Served as certified First Aid and CPR responder on the production floor.

 Researched and developed new HVAC products in compliance with CSA and UL standards; defined scope and assessed
feasibility, design, and performance requirements.
 Designed and built prototypes using SOLIDWORKS, Fusion 360, and AutoCAD; performed root-cause analysis to resolve
performance and quality issues.
 Conducted quality inspections of HVAC components; generated test procedures, jig and fixture designs, and detailed test
reports.
 Assisted in cost estimation, material selection, and project planning for new product development initiatives.