Hi, I’m
Vishwanath Ugade
Uruli Kanchan
Summary
I am a plant engineering professional with over 13 years of experience in project management and maintenance planning. I am an expert in Lean Manufacturing and Preventive Maintenance. My key achievements include implementing a predictive maintenance program that reduced unplanned machine breakdowns by 30% and leading initiatives that resulted in a 20% reduction in equipment downtime through Lean methodologies. I am seeking a Manager Plant Engineering position at your company, where I can leverage my project management and maintenance planning skills to support your mission of optimizing operational efficiency and reliability.
Overview
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Filtrum Fibretechnology Pvt Ltd
Manager Plant Engineering
08.2012 - Current
Job overview
- Led a team of 35 maintenance professionals, streamlining processes and implementing Lean methodology, which resulted in a 20% reduction in machine downtime
- Managed a plant-wide equipment upgrade project on schedule with a budget of Rs.1 Cr/Year, enhancing overall efficiency by 25%
- Developed a predictive maintenance program that reduced unplanned machine breakdowns by 30%, significantly increasing production uptime
- Trained new hires and existing staff on best practices, safety compliance, and advanced troubleshooting techniques
- Initiated a cross-functional team collaboration that accelerated the resolution of complex production issues
- Contributed to the negotiation of supplier contracts, achieving a 10% cost saving on maintenance materials and parts
- Reduced maintenance costs by 15% through strategic equipment upgrades
- Improved production efficiency by 20% with lean manufacturing initiatives
- Successfully managed a maintenance budget by implementing approximately 150 small Kaizen improvements
- Oversaw 25 ongoing projects with a total capital expenditure of Rs
- 10 crores
- Boosted plant uptime by 12% by optimizing preventive maintenance schedules
- Elevated safety compliance by reducing incidents by 25% through rigorous training programs
- Updated ISO documents accurately, effectively reducing non-conformance issues
- Created approximately 1,400 key spares in the Oracle system.
Education
SRTM University, Nanded Latur College
MBA in Disaster Management
Visvesvaraya Technological University BKIT College
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
Skills
- AutoCAD
- Microsoft Office 360
- Advance Excel
- Inventor LT
- Power BI
- Oracle
- Team Collaboration
- Effective Communication
- Innovative Problem-Solving
- Analytical thinker
- Creativity
- Leadership
- Adaptability
- Project Management
- Maintenance Planning
- Lean Manufacturing
- Six Sigma
- Preventive Maintenance
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- ISO Standards
- Erection and Commissioning
- Operation
- Inventory Control Management
- Data Analysis
Accomplishments
- Implemented Predictive Maintenance Program, Developed a program that foresaw equipment failures, cutting machine breakdowns by a third and elevating production reliability.
- Reduced Equipment Downtime Significantly, Streamlined maintenance processes using Lean methodologies to decrease downtime by 20%, affirming equipment availability and team performance.
- Championed Safety at the Workplace, Introduced new safety standards, resulting in zero incidents over two years, fostering a safety culture within the organization.
- Led Cost-Saving Initiatives, Conducted cost analysis and optimized spare parts inventory, achieving an 8% reduction in annual maintenance costs.
Languages
English
Marathi
Hindi
Kannada
Passions
- Innovation and Problem-Solving
- Continuous Learning
- Focus on Collaboration and Teamwork
- Respect for Diverse Cultures and Humanity
Personal Information
- Date of Birth: 04/12/89
- Nationality: Indian
Projects
Press Part Modification for Improved Performance, Implemented modifications to press parts to enhance the efficiency and performance of the press. Headbox Modification to Reduce Fiber Losses, Redesigned the headbox to minimize fiber losses, improving overall material utilization. Design and Procurement of New Stack Disc Machine, Designed and procured a new stack disc machine, optimizing performance and operational efficiency. Installation of 10 M³ STP Plant, Installed a 10-cubic meter Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) at the facility to improve wastewater management. Complete Replacement of Compressed Air Line and Compressor, Overhauled the entire compressed air system, including the compressor, to prevent air leakage and enhance system reliability. Design, Drawing, Erection, and Commissioning of Filter Paper Melt Blow Machine, Designed, drafted, erected, and commissioned a new machine for filter paper pasting, streamlining production processes. Development of New Rotary Die, Created and designed a new rotary die, achieving cost savings and improved performance. Installation of MBC Filter Plant, Installed an MBC filter plant to enhance filtration processes and operational efficiency. Design and Installation of Slit Cut Machine, Designed and installed a new slit cut machine, contributing to improved cutting precision and productivity.
Timeline
Manager Plant Engineering
Filtrum Fibretechnology Pvt Ltd
08.2012 - Current
SRTM University, Nanded Latur College
MBA in Disaster Management
Visvesvaraya Technological University BKIT College
Bachelor of Science in Mechanical Engineering
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