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.
