ELAKKIYADHASAN RAMACHANDRAN
Al Kharj,Riyadh Region
Summary
Accomplished professional with expertise in maintenance management and equipment reliability, leveraging leadership skills to enhance operational efficiency. Proficient in developing PPM strategies and implementing problem-solving techniques to optimise equipment availability. Skilled in SAP S/4HANA and Ariba, with a strong focus on cross-functional collaboration and budget oversight. Adept at OEE monitoring, technical analysis, and engineering KPI tracking, utilising Microsoft tools for effective communication. Committed to driving continuous improvement in maintenance processes while pursuing opportunities for career advancement in engineering management.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
3
3
years of post-secondary education
Work history
TEAM MANAGER – CPP1 Aseptic Engineering
Almarai Company
Al Kharj, Riyadh Region
07.2024 - 02.2026
- Managed daily activities of multi-skilled technicians while executing structured PPM, CM, and 5S procedures for aseptic line-01.
- Conducted routine maintenance on Krones filler capper, Checkmat blow moulder, and secondary packaging machinery including sleever, shrink wrapper, ABB robot, and Octopus pallet wrapper to ensure optimal functionality and product integrity.
- Collaborated with Krones OEM to oversee 18k and 24k overhauls, ensuring accuracy in spare ordering verification and diligent follow-up on service requests, purchase requisitions, and purchase orders.
- Achieved timely TECO closure for AM02 and AM05 work orders through effective SAP coordination.
Reduced downtime by optimising PM execution with production planning and production teams.
Delivered accurate engineering master data to facilitate new equipment creation. - Lead the PM Pillar, improving preventive maintenance structure and technician capability and Analyze engineering KPIs such as TE, MTBT, MTTR, MTTA, and drive performance improvement actions.
- Manage AMCs for RO Plant and Ink Coder, ensuring service quality and equipment uptime.
- Conduct RCA for issues and implement corrective actions. Develop SOPs for improving audit readiness and consistency.
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – CPP1 Aseptic Engineering
Almarai Company
Al Kharj, Riyadh Region
03.2022 - 06.2024
- Conducted thorough and maintenance activities inspections and troubleshooting of Krones filler, capper, Checkmat blow moulder, and secondary packaging machinery, employing advanced techniques for sleever, shrink wrapper, ABB robot, and Octopus pallet wrapper.
- Executed major (6000 Hrs) service overhauls for critical Krones machinery while collaborating with OEM service engineers.
- Developed preventive maintenance spare-part plans in SAP (AM02) to enhance equipment reliability.
- Conducted root-cause analysis using diagnostic tools and methodologies to identify issues and enhance equipment reliability.
- Implemented 5S workplace practices to promote cleanliness, organization, and safety in accordance with hygiene standards.
- Maintained detailed maintenance logs to support operational efficiency and uphold safety regulations.
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – Processing
GK Dairy Pvt. Ltd.
Kumbakonam, Tamil Nadu, India
05.2017 - 01.2022
- Skilled in operating, maintaining, and troubleshooting key processing equipment—including Tetra Pak homogenizers, separators, pasteurizers, valves, and pumps—while performing plant-wide preventive maintenance and daily equipment health checks.
- Strong knowledge of milk and curd processing, CIP systems, and quality inspections, with hands-on experience conducting tests on separators, homogenizers, and heat exchangers, and supporting major overhaul services with Tetra Pak OEM engineers.
- Proactive in improving team capability and safety by training production staff, performing regular safety audits, and maintaining a clean, efficient, and compliant working environment.
Education
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Srinivasa Subbaraya Government Polytechnic College
India 03.2014 - 04.2017
Skills
- Leadership skills
- Equipment Availability & Reliability
- Maintenance Management
- PPM strategy development
- Problem-solving and resolution strategies
- SAP S/4HANA and Ariba
- Cross-functional collaboration
- Budget oversight
- OEE monitoring and improvement
- Technical analysis
- Engineering KPI tracking
- Microsoft Word, Excel & Power Point
Languages
English
Fluent
Tamil
Native
CORE COMPETENCIES
- - Equipment Availability & Reliability
- - Breakdown & Maintenance Management
- - PPM Planning & Execution
- - RCA & Corrective Actions
- - High-Speed Aseptic Packaging (Krones)
- - SAP S/4HANA & Ariba
- - GMP, Safety & Compliance
- - Engineering Team Leadership
- - Cost & Resource Management
- - OEE / TE / MTTR / MTTA / MTBT Monitoring & Improvement
Timeline
TEAM MANAGER – CPP1 Aseptic Engineering
Almarai Company
07.2024 - 02.2026
MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – CPP1 Aseptic Engineering
Almarai Company
03.2022 - 06.2024
OPERATING & MAINTENANCE TECHNICIAN – Processing
GK Dairy Pvt. Ltd.
05.2017 - 01.2022
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering
Srinivasa Subbaraya Government Polytechnic College
03.2014 - 04.2017