SANDEEP PAREEK
Vadodara
Summary
Mechanical engineer with over 15 years of experience in mechanical maintenance and process improvement within the tyre manufacturing sector. Currently serves as senior executive – mechanical maintenance at Apollo Tyres, ensuring operational reliability through effective preventive and predictive maintenance strategies. Proficient in maintenance planning, resource optimization, and executing comprehensive maintenance schedules to enhance equipment availability. Proven track record in cost control and spare parts optimization, driving continuous improvement and maximizing plant productivity.
Overview
16
16
years of professional experience
3
3
Languages
Work History
Senior Executive
Apollo Tyres Ltd
01.2010 - Current
- 1. Utility Operations & Infrastructure Management
- Comprehensive Utility Oversight: Expert knowledge in managing Deaerators, water/hydraulic pumps, cooling towers, and compressors.
- Boiler & Thermal Systems: Specialized in Boiler House operations, Hot Water systems, and DCC (Direct Contact Condensers).
- System Controls: Advanced troubleshooting of Control Valves and fluid distribution networks, Gate valves etc.
- Water Management: Managed operations for ETP (Effluent Treatment Plant) and RO plants, ensuring environmental and operational efficiency.
- Compliance: Ensured strict statutory compliance for high-pressure vessels and associated safety equipment.
- 2. Tyre Curing & Press Operations
- Commissioning & Setup: Lead Curing Press commissioning and initial installation for production scale-up.
- Maintenance & Reliability: Proficient in PM and breakdown maintenance for curing presses, ensuring high-cycle reliability.
- Mold & Tool Management: Expertise in Mold management, setup activities, and tool room section leadership.
- Operational Troubleshooting: Focused on daily troubleshooting and abnormality corrections to minimize cure-cycle interruptions.
- 3. PCR Tyre Plant & Automation Systems
- Final Finishing Automation: Lead mechanical maintenance for the final finishing section of a PCR tyre plant.
- Robotics & Precision Machinery: Expertise in Robo Gantry systems, Auto Trimming Machines, and Uniformity Checking Machines.
- System Components: Maintenance of high-speed gearboxes, industrial blowers, and automated material handling systems.
- Technical Documentation: Proficient in reading and interpreting engineering drawings for machinery modification and troubleshooting.
- 4. Strategic Leadership & Quality Frameworks
- Team Leadership: Directed and managed a diverse team of 25+ people, including engineers and technicians; responsible for manpower planning and skill development.
- Quality & Reliability: Implementation of FMEA (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis) to preemptively identify risks and TQM (Total Quality Management) to drive continuous improvement.
- Maintenance Systems: Execution of DWM (Daily Work Management), including scheduled machine tolerance checks and abnormality record tracking.
- Operational Excellence: Expert in TPM, Kaizen, and 5S to optimize equipment efficiency and workplace safety.
- 5. Project Management & Commercial Expertise
- CAPEX Projects: Managed CAPEX proposals and executions, including the installation of new conveyor systems and large-scale plant upgrades.
- Vendor Management: Lead vendor discussions, negotiations, and local vendor development to ensure quality spare parts procurement.
- Budgeting & Spares: Managed section-specific budgets and critical spare upkeeps to maintain zero-stock-out scenarios for essential components.
Education
PGD - corporate finance
01-2012
GPA: CGPA-6.0
B.Tech - Mechanical Engineering
05-2010
- UNIVERSITY: RAJASTHAN TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY KOTA
- Division Awarded: 1st
- GPA: PA: 71.1%
SR. SEC - undefined
06-2006
- BOARD: CBSE
- Division Awarded: Distinction
- GPA: PA: 76.6%
undefined
06-2004
- BOARD: CBSE
- Division Awarded: Distinction
- GPA: PA: 83.4%
Skills
Technical & Software Proficiency
Design & Engineering: Basic proficiency in AutoCAD and Pro-E for interpreting engineering drawings and equipment modifications
Specialized Training: Formally trained on Hydraulic Systems (pumps and proportional valves) and Pneumatic system design
Computer Skills: Proficient in Basic Office Skills (MS Word, Excel tracking, and PowerPoint for reporting)
Management Skills
Strategic Planning: Annual maintenance scheduling and shutdown planning
Financial Oversight: Budgeting, expense monitoring, and cost control
Interpersonal Leadership: Contractor management, technician supervision, and safety standard enforcement
Interests
cricket/volley ball, watching latest technology's video, watching movie
Timeline
Senior Executive - Apollo Tyres Ltd
01.2010 - Current
Maharaja Sayaj Rao University - PGD, corporate finance
Swami Keshvanand Institute of Technology - B.Tech, Mechanical Engineering
DAV Centenary Public School - SR. SEC,
DAV Centenary Public School - ,
TRAINING
- Hydraulic
- Pneumatics
- Engineering drawing
- Limit, fits & tolerance
- Bearing measurements
- Accuracy and precision
- Communication skill
- Good collaboration & team work
- Lubrication system
- Safety and permit system
DECLARATION
I hereby declare that the information provided above is true, complete, and accurate to the best of my knowledge.