Santosh Kumar PMP®

Experience

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  DCM ENGG. PRODUCT LTD. ROPAR

  Aug 2009 - Nov 2010

  Senior Executive Plant Engineering

  Accountable for programming & maintenance of PLC system, micro-1100 & 1500 from Allen Bradley Panel View PV300 from Allen Bradley S7-200 & S7-300 from Siemens HMIs from Siemens using Protool & WinCC and also PLC System of Messung

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  SABMiller

  Nov 2010 - Dec 2012

  Assistant Manager

  Overall responsible for the utilities; engineering & maintenance of process and setting engineering standards for the entire plant to ensure smooth running of the production at minimum cost without compromising with the quality of work, at the same time maintaining the safety of human resources & machines.

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  Modern Dairies Limited

  Jan 2013 - Jun 2016

  Deputy Manager-Instrumentation

  Oversee the maintenance, calibration, and repair of all instrumentation equipment to ensure optimal performance and accuracy.Establish and enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs) for the installation, operation, and maintenance of instrumentation systems, ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations.Lead a team of instrumentation technicians and engineers, providing guidance, coaching, and technical support to ensure high-quality work and adherence to safety protocols.Collaborate with other departments, such as engineering, operations, and quality assurance, to support project implementation, troubleshooting, and continuous improvement initiatives.Manage the procurement of instrumentation equipment, spare parts, and supplies, ensuring timely delivery and cost-effective solutions.Develop and maintain documentation related to instrumentation systems, including equipment manuals, calibration records, and maintenance logs. Design, develop, and implement automation solutions to optimize manufacturing processes, improve efficiency, and reduce operational costs.Specify, select, and integrate automation hardware and software components, including programmable logic controllers (PLCs), human-machine interfaces (HMIs), sensors, actuators, and industrial networks.Develop and program control logic, algorithms, and scripts using programming languages such as ladder logic, structured text, function block diagram (FBD).Configure and commission automation systems, conducting testing and troubleshooting to ensure proper functionality and performance.Participate in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing ideas and expertise to drive process optimization and efficiency gains. Show less

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  Ahmad Tea

  Jul 2016 - Jan 2022

  Project and Maintenance Engineer.

  Ensure efficient operation of production equipment through scheduled monitoring and performance of planned and preventive maintenance, adhering to Conditioned Based Maintenance (CBM) protocols.Design and implement a preventive maintenance system using a Computerized Maintenance Management System (CMMS), addressing equipment breakdowns, and overseeing execution of engineering projects.Coordinate with suppliers for spare parts and subcontractors for outsourced tasks, ensuring compliance with safety practices, UAE federal laws, local codes, and company regulations.Train and assign tasks to technicians and technical associates based on skills, monitor team performance via Key Performance Indicators (KPIs), and promote cost-effective optimization practices, fostering a culture of Continuous Improvement (CI) and implementing KAIZEN principles.Ensure compliance with safety practices, federal or local codes, regulations, and requirements, conducting safety inspections and maintaining records. Adhere to standards such as GMP, ISO, QMS, HACCP, 5-S’, and Work Safety, while emphasizing cost-effective practices and continuous improvement.Support the Engineering Manager in document preparation and during Internal & External Audits, addressing Non-Conformance Reports (NCRs) and implementing suggestions. Possess knowledge of QMS ISO 9001:2015, FSSC 22000:2017 V.4.1, EMS ISO 14001:2015, FSMA Registration, HACCP Certification, HALAAL, KOSHER, and other relevant external standards and certifications. Show less

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  Delta Food Industries FZC- The Leading Food and Beverage Manufacturer in the UAE

  Jan 2022 - now

  Maintenance Manager

  Overseeing the efficient operation of production equipment through scheduled monitoring and planned preventive maintenance.Establishing the smooth operation of utilities equipment through timely and proper maintenance, which includes electrical systems, boilers, ETP, RO, refrigeration systems and air compressors etc.Coordinating with suppliers for spare parts and subcontractors for outsourced tasks, while ensuring compliance with safety practices, UAE federal laws, local codes, and company regulations.Providing technical training and assigning tasks to maintenance technicians, monitoring team performance through Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) and fostering a culture of Continuous Improvement and implementing Kaizen principles.Managing and developing the maintenance team, ensuring they are equipped with the necessary skills and knowledge to perform their duties efficiently.Plan and oversee projects from conception to completion, ensuring they are completed on time and within budget.Monitor project progress regularly, identifying and addressing any issues or deviations from the plan, and communicate updates to stakeholders.Implement project management best practices and methodologies to optimize project efficiency and ensure quality deliverables.Conduct project post-mortems to evaluate project success, identify lessons learned, and implement improvements for future projects. Show less