AFTHAF K

Senior Mechanical Engineer – Cement Industry

Ultra-tech Cement| Tirunelveli | [May, 2023] – Present
(3+ Years of Experience)

Key Responsibilities & Achievements:

• Executed preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance for major cement plant equipment including:
  Crusher, Vertical Roller Mill , Rotary Kiln, Cement Mill(Ball mill), and Packing Machines(Roto packers).
• Played a key role in kiln section maintenance, including shutdown planning and execution, Breakdown maintenance, Cooler grate plate replacement, and girth gear checks,Kiln tyre alignment.
• Completed major jobs:-Pre heater fan impeller replacement,VRM roller bearing replacement,Kiln tyre alignment,Ball mill partition plate replacement,Cement Roller Mill -Erection,Impact Crusher-Rotor replacement,Stacker and reclaimer Bogie wheel replacement.
• Reduced maintenance costs by developing predictive maintenance programs for critical equipment assets.
• Conducted root cause analyses for recurring issues, leading to long-term solutions that prevented future occurrences.
• Conducted condition monitoring using vibration analysis, temperature profiling, oil analysis, Thickness measurement and manual inspection to minimize unplanned downtimes.
• Led and coordinated cross-functional teams during major shutdowns and overhauls, ensuring adherence to timelines and safety protocols. Ensured strict compliance with safety standards, including LOTO procedures, Work-permit systems, and Hazard Identification Risk Assessment during critical jobs.
• Implemented maintenance schedules (daily/monthly/annual) for optimized equipment availability and plant reliability.
• Hands on experience on Specials tools which include[ Hydraulic torque wrench,Belt vulcanizing machine,SPM vibration meter,Thickness meter machine.
• Troubleshoot and diagnosed Blowers,Bearing,Gearboxes,Belt conveyors equipment issues, quickly made plans for repairs and monitored to rectify issues.
• Attended Various training include -Lifting tools and tackles safety,Bearing and lubrication maintenance..

Tools & Systems:
Condition Monitoring Tools | MS Office | SAP PM | Mechanical special tools

• Gained valuable experience working within a specific industry, applying learned concepts directly into relevant college studies.
• Explored new technologies and approaches to streamline processes.
• Utilized strong communication abilities during presentations which led to increased understanding among colleagues.
• Presented more than -7 presentation about the plant indivudual section and their mechanical equipment
• Generated reports detailing learning and recommendations.