Rahul Shedi

Dynamic and results-driven professional with extensive experience in shift management and operations within the manufacturing sector. Proven track record in leading teams to achieve production goals while ensuring safety and quality standards. Eager to contribute my expertise as a Manager in Production or Technical Sales and Service, driving operational excellence and fostering a collaborative team environment.

Shift Leader (Paper Machine Operation) - Ittihad Paper Mill - Abu Dhabi, UAE

(2020-02)

Valmet Writing/Printing Machine (Width – 6.6 m, Speed – 1600 mpm, TPD – 1200)

• Led paper machine operations during shift to achieve production, quality, and safety targets.
• Monitored paper machine parameters and optimized process conditions to maximize efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Coordinated machine startups, shutdowns, grade changes, and planned maintenance activities.
• Reduced paper breaks by optimizing machine settings and improving operational practices.
• Monitored pulper, stock preparation, paper machine and winder, core cutter, plastic and kraft wrapping performance.
• Ensured compliance with quality standards through regular testing of moisture, basis weight, caliper, Cobb value, brightness, and smoothness.
• Worked closely with maintenance, electrical, and instrumentation teams to resolve equipment issues.
• Maintained high housekeeping standards and ensured compliance with safety standards.
• Trained and mentored new operators on safe operating procedures and best practices.
• Led root cause analysis (RCA) for quality defects and production issues, implementing preventive actions.

Shift Incharge (PM-6) - West Coast Paper Mill - Dandeli, Karnataka

(2017-12 - 2020-01)

Voith Fourdrinier Paper Machine, Writing Printing (Deckle – 5.3m, Speed 1100, TPD – 540)

• Supervised end-to-end operation of Paper Machine 6, ensuring safe, efficient, and continuous production during shifts.
• Led and coordinated shift manpower, assigning responsibilities to operators and technicians for smooth machine operation.
• Coordinated with stock preparation, finishing, maintenance, and quality control departments for uninterrupted production.
• Identified process abnormalities and carried out root cause analysis to reduce quality defects and improve machine efficiency.

Shift Incharge (PM-1) - Balkrishna Paper Mill - Ambivli, Thane Dist

(2017-04 - 2017-11)

Coated Paper Board, 8 Mould (15 TPD)

• Over all responsibility to quality and production functions.
• Day to day production planning to meet Company targets.

G.E.T (Sales & Service) - Voith Paper Fabrics India Limited - Faridabad, Delhi (NCR)-121005

(2016-07 - 2017-03)

• Technical services in press section & domestic sales.
• Maintaining & updating performances of forming, press & dryer fabrics.
• Project regarding 'Forming Fabric Potential in India 2015-16'.
• Training regarding Indirect Business (export & import) of fabrics, rolls, roll covers, doctor blades.

Bachelor of Applied Science - Pulp & Paper Science - Bangur Nagar Degree College (2012-06 - 2016-03) Dandeli