Gaurav Kumar

Results-driven Mechanical Engineer with extensive experience as a Shift In-charge in the Ductile Iron (DI) Pipe manufacturing industry. Proven expertise in supervising high-volume production cycles, optimizing centrifugal casting processes, and managing complex metallurgical operations. Adept at root cause analysis, technical troubleshooting of industrial equipment, and leading cross-functional teams to meet stringent safety and quality targets in high-pressure manufacturing environments.

Junior Engineer & Shift In-charge (Ductile Iron Pipe Division) - Rashmi Metaliks Limited (Rashmi Group)

• Manage end-to-end shift operations for Ductile Iron (DI) pipe production, consistently achieving daily output targets through effective resource allocation.
• Oversee complex manufacturing processes including centrifugal casting and metallurgical treatments to ensure optimal pipe strength and microstructure.
• Conduct detailed root cause analysis on equipment malfunctions, implementing technical solutions that reduced machine downtime and maintenance costs.
• Monitor and adjust annealing furnace parameters to control metallurgical phases, preventing issues related to high pearlite or carbide content.
• Supervise a team of 20+ technicians and operators, fostering a culture of safety, efficiency, and high-quality craftsmanship.
• Directed high-pressure testing (HPTM) cycles, analyzing failure points to significantly reduce rejection rates and prevent pipe bursts during testing.
• Maintain strict compliance with ISO quality standards and industrial safety regulations throughout the production floor.

Bachelor of Mechanical Engineering - Mechanical Engineering - Global Institute of Technology

Intermediate (Science Stream) - Science - Doon Public School

Secondary Education - D.A.V Public School