Sandeep Kumar
Head – Electrical & Mechanical Engineering & Maintenance (Pharma & FMCG)
About
Results-driven Engineering & Maintenance Leader with 18+ years of experience in Pharmaceutical and FMCG industries. Expertise in Electrical & Mechanical Maintenance, Utilities Management, Validation Support, Engineering Compliance, CAPEX Execution, and Reliability Engineering. Skilled in handling cGMP documentation, audit compliance, deviation handling, CAPA implementation, SOP review, and regulatory coordination in accordance with WHO-GMP, Schedule M, USFDA, and EU-GMP guidelines.
Proven track record in reducing downtime, improving equipment reliability, ensuring regulatory compliance, and leading cross-functional engineering and quality support teams.
Experience
Maintenance Head – Electrical, Mechanical & Utilities - MTI Industries Ltd.
(2019-01)
- Leading complete plant maintenance for electrical, mechanical, and utility systems.
- Managing utilities: Boiler, HVAC, Air Compressors, DG Sets, RO & ETP systems.
- Executing CAPEX projects including installation, commissioning, and upgrades.
- Handling PLC, HMI systems, and control panels for modern production lines.
- Ensuring strict adherence to safety practices including LOTO and audit compliance.
- Managing vendors, AMCs, and spare parts inventory.
Maintenance In-Charge – Electrical - Home Made Bakers India Ltd.
(2011-01 - 2019-12)
- Maintained FMCG production and packaging machinery for high efficiency and uptime.
- Worked on PLC-based systems, industrial drives, and motors.
- Conducted root cause analysis and implemented corrective actions.
Senior Engineer – Electrical & Utilities - Ranbaxy Fine Chemical Ltd.
(2008-01 - 2011-12)
- Maintained pharma plant electrical systems and production equipment.
- Managed RO, PW, and WFI systems electrical operations.
- Supported commissioning, qualification, validation, and compliance activities.
- Coordinated with QA/QC teams for audit readiness and documentation review.
- Participated in deviation investigations, CAPA implementation, and change control activities.
- Supported regulatory compliance activities as per WHO-GMP and Schedule M guidelines.
Education
B-Tech - Mechanical Engineering
Diploma - Electrical & Electronics Engineering
