Akshay Shinde

Senior Production Engineer with specialized skills in Packaging product for FMCG industries and mechanical troubleshooting, developed at EPL Global. Demonstrated success in implementing projects and training teams, resulting in improved operational efficiency and productivity. Expertise in GMP compliance and quality assurance, fostering strong relationships within teams and across departments.

SENIOR PRODUCTION ENGINEER - EPL Global - Miedzyrzecz, Poland

(2019-06 - 2026-05)

• Lead production operations and maintenance activities for production lines equipments & spares management.
• Ensure safe machine operation and compliance with safety standards on the shop floor.
• Monitor production efficiency, quality standards, and resource utilization.
• Execute preventive maintenance and troubleshooting to reduce downtime.
• Implement continuous improvement projects to improve machine efficiency and reduce scrap.
• Support TPM activities, abnormality identification, and root cause analysis (RCA).
• Operated and optimized Injection Moulding machines for plastic packaging components.
• Troubleshot moulding defects such as flash, sink marks, short shots, burn marks, and warpage.
• Ensured compliance with GMP, ISO quality standards, and customer quality requirements.
• Performed root cause analysis (RCA) for quality defects using 5 Why and Fishbone methodology.
• Reduced production defects through corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Train operators and technicians on machine operation, safety procedures, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with quality, maintenance, and planning teams for smooth production.

CUSTOMER SUPPORT ENGINEER - SKF Limited - Mumbai, India

(2016-04 - 2019-05)

• Oversaw sales of bearings and installation tools to drive revenue growth.
• Provided technical support and troubleshooting for industrial bearings and rotating equipment.
• Assisted clients with bearing installation, maintenance, and failure analysis.
• Conducted on-site inspections and maintenance support for industrial machinery.
• Delivered training to technicians on bearing lubrication, mounting, and alignment techniques.

Production Engineer - Essel ProPack Ltd. - Goa, India

(2011-11 - 2014-07)

• Operated Laminated Tubing Machine to ensure efficient production of laminated tubes.
• Performed regular machine maintenance to enhance operational reliability.
• Compiled monthly productivity and maintenance reports for performance tracking.

Bachelor's Degree - Mechanical Engineering - Swami Vivekanand Institute of Management & Technology (2014-07)

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering - Tilak Maharastra Vidyapeeth (2011-05)

PG Diploma - Piping engineering - Dimensional Academy (2015-01)