Vazeem Haris
About Vazeem Haris
Vazeem Haris is a Production Supervisor specializing in process improvement, currently working at Cascades in Etobicoke. He has extensive experience in lean management and quality tools, with a background in mechanical and industrial engineering.
Current Role at Cascades
Vazeem Haris currently serves as a Production Supervisor (Process Improvement) at Cascades, a position he has held since 2019. In this role, he leads plant operations at the company's corrugated boxes manufacturing facility in Etobicoke. His responsibilities include overseeing production processes, ensuring safety standards, and implementing quality improvements. Haris focuses on increasing Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) through continuous improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing projects.
Previous Experience at Sutherland Global Services
Before joining Cascades, Vazeem Haris worked as a Consultant at Sutherland Global Services for five months in 2015 to 2016. His role was based in the Cochin Area, India. During this time, he gained experience in process optimization and client engagement, contributing to the company's operational efficiency.
Experience at Magna International
Vazeem Haris was employed at Magna International as a Production & Quality Team Lead from 2017 to 2018. His tenure lasted one year in Ontario, Canada. In this position, he managed production and quality assurance processes, ensuring compliance with industry standards and enhancing product quality.
Educational Background
Vazeem Haris holds a Bachelor of Technology (B.Tech.) in Mechanical Engineering from Mahatma Gandhi University, where he studied from 2011 to 2015. He furthered his education by obtaining a Master of Engineering (M.Eng.) in Industrial Engineering from the University of Windsor, completing his studies in 2018. Additionally, he achieved a Bachelor of Technology from St. Joseph's College of Engineering and Technology during the same period.
Specialization and Skills
Vazeem Haris specializes in various Lean Management tools, including Root-Cause Analysis, Just-In-Time (JIT), Six Sigma, 5S, and 8D methodologies. He possesses expertise in statistics and simulation, which supports his process improvement initiatives. Haris is also experienced in using ERP software and quality management tools such as Statistical Process Control (SPC), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), Production Part Approval Process (PPAP), and Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T).