Ahmed Abdellatif
Jeddah,Saudi Arabia
Summary
Results-driven and highly experienced Mechanical Engineer and Maintenance Manager with over 20 years of expertise in managing large-scale industrial operations, particularly in the beverage and food manufacturing sectors. Proven track record in leading cross-functional teams, optimizing production lines, and implementing cost-effective maintenance strategies. Adept at technical innovation, project leadership, and multi-department coordination. Recognized for strong leadership, time management, and the ability to drive continuous improvement in high-pressure environments. Committed to operational excellence, safety compliance, and delivering measurable performance outcomes.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work history
Technical - Head
MENABEV Pepsi
Jeddah
01.2024 - Current
- Directed all technical operations for PET/CAN/GLASS production lines, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
- Spearheaded strategic initiatives to enhance equipment reliability and reduce operational costs.
- Led cross-functional teams in troubleshooting complex mechanical issues and implementing long-term solutions.
- Oversaw installation, commissioning, and continuous improvement of high-speed bottling lines.
- Developed and enforced preventive maintenance schedules aligned with industry best practices.
- Collaborated with quality assurance and production departments to meet stringent safety and quality standards.
- Mentored junior engineers and technicians, fostering a culture of technical excellence and continuous learning.
PET Senior technical manager
MENABEV Pepsi
Jeddah
06.2022 - 01.2024
- Increase efficiency of lines from 76 to 87%
- Decrease production breakage from 0.26 to 0.15
- Decrease package loss from 0.63 to 0.40
- Implemented cost-effective solutions, leading to substantial savings in project budgets.
- Maintained high safety standards to minimize risks and incidents during project implementation.
- Facilitated training programs, enhancing team's technical skills and knowledge base.
- Participated actively in budget planning sessions, providing inputs based on projected operational costs.
- Fostered a culture of continuous improvement, resulting in enhanced performance standards.
- Provided strategic direction for the team, resulting in improved operational effectiveness.
Maintenance Manager
Hanawater
Qassim
04.2011 - 03.2022
- Ensuring plant uptime and maintenance KPIs through planned, preventive & predictive maintenance
- Led a team, which reduced machine breakdowns by 35%
- Improve lines productivity by 30%.
- Implemented and directed cost-cutting efforts that reduced maintenance cost by 40%.
- Ensure adherence to health/safety procedures and policies.
- Track expense and oversee the budget for maintenance.
- Installation and commissioning of production lines (81,000 b/h 330 ml) & (6,000 b/h 5Liter).
Mechanical Engineer
Hanawater
Qassim
04.2009 - 01.2011
- Create and implement maintenance procedures.
- Conduct regular inspections to detect and resolve problems.
- Communicate with different departments and to provide them with information and assistance.
Site Manager
NASCO
6 of October
01.2008 - 01.2009
- Installation of refrigeration unit in ALMARWA factory
- Installation of Egyfood yogurt factory (juhayna) refrigeration system
- Yogurt process system
- Utility piping
Mechanical Engineer
PEPSICO
Tanta
01.2005 - 01.2008
- Supervise and lead all maintenance activity to ensure it's at working standards.
- Plan and oversee all repair and installation activities with mechanical team in glass and PET lines.
- Conduct regular & annual maintenance of Glass 'CSDS' lines NOLL & SASIB and PET lines AQUAFINA.
- Conduct regular & annual maintenance of Utility compressors (A&F 40 bar, screw air compressor Atlas Copco and GRASSO ammonia compressors).
- Monitor equipment inventory and place orders when necessary to ensure availability of required resources.
- Document and prepare daily progress reports and maintenance logs.
- Maintaining statistical and financial records for all equipment.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics
Faculty of Engineering
AsuitSkills
- Technical staff mentoring
- Time management proficiency
- Multi-Department coordination
- Budgeting and forecasting
- Project leadership
- Performance tuning
Timeline
Technical - Head
MENABEV Pepsi
01.2024 - Current
PET Senior technical manager
MENABEV Pepsi
06.2022 - 01.2024
Maintenance Manager
Hanawater
04.2011 - 03.2022
Mechanical Engineer
Hanawater
04.2009 - 01.2011
Site Manager
NASCO
01.2008 - 01.2009
Mechanical Engineer
PEPSICO
01.2005 - 01.2008
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechatronics
Faculty of Engineering
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