Pranay Kamthe
Mechanical Maintenance Engineer
Nagpur
Summary
An Extremely focused and detail-oriented Mechanical Maintenance Engineer who is capable of accurately analyzing, diagnosing and repairing a variety of issues using various tools and techniques to achieve maximum machine availability with minimum downtime and losses.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
4
4
Certificates
2020
2020
years of post-secondary education
Work History
UPSC CSE Mains Preparation
UPSC
05.2025 - Current
- Proven ability to learn quickly and adapt to new situations.
- Skilled at working independently and collaboratively in a team environment.
- Passionate about learning and committed to continual improvement.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
Assistant Manager- Mechanical Engineering
Ceat Tyre LTD
04.2023 - 03.2025
- Lead efforts to minimize downtime and optimize the performance of critical production equipment through proactive maintenance, troubleshooting, and problem-solving.
- Identify and implement process improvements to enhance production efficiency, reduce waste, and enhance overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
- Negotiated with suppliers to secure better prices, improving profit margins.
- Promote and enforce strict safety protocols and best practices to ensure a safe and healthy work environment for all team members
- Work closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and engineering to achieve shared objectives and drive operational excellence.
- Utilize data analysis techniques to identify trends, track performance metrics, and make informed decisions to optimize equipment reliability and production efficiency.
Management Executive
Ceat Tyre LTD
12.2015 - 03.2023
- Breakdown and Preventive Maintenance of Stock preparation area machinery - Banbury Mixer, 4 Roll Calendar, Bead Winding, Duplex & Triplex Extruder, Inner liner
- Analyzed root causes of chronic problems.
- Plant shift handling (Shift in charge)
- Design maintenance strategies, procedures and methods
- Manage Work in direction of effective TPM activities
- Spare Development & management
- Monitor and control maintenance costs
- Man power handling
- MTTR reduction Projects and improvement jobs
- Erection and commissioning of machine with full all technical and safety parameter
- Discussion and deal with vendors
Education
BACHELOR DEGREE - ENGINEERING, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University
NagpurDIPLOMA - ENGINEERING: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education
Mumbai, MaharashtraSECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAM -
Maharashtra State Board of Secondary And Higher secondary Board
Pune, MaharashtraSkills
Fast Learner
Problem-solving
Team management
Time management
Flexible and adaptable
Dependable and responsible
Calm under pressure
Supervision and leadership
Accomplishments
- Achieved Breakdown Reduction from 128Hrs/Month to 01Hr/Month, Scrap Reduction from 570kg/Month to 04kg/Month and MTTR Reduction from 1.5Hrs/Occurrence to 0.35Hrs/Occurrence by completing the modification project of Duplex Extruder Windup Brake with accuracy and efficiency.
- Achieved Cost Saving of Rs 8,16,800 per Year with Breakdown Elimination from 7 Hrs/Month to zero through effectively Improving the Pork Chop Extruder operation and Interlocks.
- Achieved Cost Saving Rs 4,68,090 per Year by introducing Modern Oil Handling and Identification system for Lube oil in Div-A area. Supervised team of 24 Contract Manpower and Completed the Task of Rolls Replacement of 4 Roll Calender Machine within 42 Hrs Instead of 94-98Hrs.
- Achieved Zero Breakdown from 78Hrs/Month due to Shaver Plate failure by introducing the Modification in Extruder Shaver Plate design.
- Resolved the issue of High Muri in Extruder Windup Liner Loading Activity by providing the Unit of Liner Loading Station
Additional Information
- Working experience with Deming team of CEAT Tyre ltd Nagpur.
- Working Experience with BSE Audit team of CEAT Tyre ltd Nagpur.
- Working experience with Grand Deming Team of CEAT Tyre ltd Nagpur.
Certification
Gold Medal in CCQC Program, Nagpur
Timeline
UPSC CSE Mains Preparation
UPSC
05.2025 - Current
Assistant Manager- Mechanical Engineering
Ceat Tyre LTD
04.2023 - 03.2025
Management Executive
Ceat Tyre LTD
12.2015 - 03.2023
DIPLOMA - ENGINEERING: MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Maharashtra State Board of Technical Education
SECONDARY SCHOOL CERTIFICATE EXAM -
Maharashtra State Board of Secondary And Higher secondary Board
BACHELOR DEGREE - ENGINEERING, MECHANICAL ENGINEERING
Rashtrasant Tukadoji Maharaj Nagpur University
Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree and Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Proven experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment (Tyre Industry)
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, maintenance methodologies, and process improvement techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision making.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Technical Skill
- Knowledege of SAP System
- Knowledge of MS Office
- Knowledge of AutoCAD
- TPM/QC Tools
Hobbies and Interests
- Making Art & craft
- Gardening
- Astronomy
- Investigation
Core Competencies
- Maintenance: Breadkdown & Preventive Maintenance, TPM, Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Operational Excellence: OEE Enhancement, MTTR Reduction, Cost Optimization
- Technical Tools: SAP System, Basic AutoCAD, Microsoft Office
- Soft Skill: Leadership, Critical Thinking, Cross-Functional Team, Budget and Spare Management
Qualification
- Bachelor's Degree and Diploma in Mechanical Engineering
- Proven experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment (Tyre Industry)
- Strong understanding of mechanical systems, maintenance methodologies, and process improvement techniques.
- Excellent problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision making.
- Exceptional communication and interpersonal skills with the ability to collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams.
Technical Skill
- Knowledege of SAP System
- Knowledge of MS Office
- Knowledge of AutoCAD
- TPM/QC Tools
Hobbies and Interests
- Making Art & craft
- Gardening
- Astronomy
- Investigation