Upesh Rangaiya
Wollert,VIC
Summary
Strong leader and problem-solver dedicated to streamlining operations to decrease costs and promote organizational efficiency. Uses independent decision-making skills and sound judgment to positively impact company success.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
Work History
Maintenance Manager
United Plastics Australasia
04.2019 - Current
- Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
- Supervised employee performance, preventive maintenance, and safety.
- Collaborated with other department managers to coordinate maintenance activities around production schedules, minimizing operational interruptions.
- Scheduled regular inspections of equipment and facilities to manage wear and tear.
- Improved equipment reliability by implementing a preventive maintenance program and managing repair schedules.
- Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
- Led the successful completion of major facility upgrades projects while adhering to budget constraints and timelines.
- Conducted root cause analysis of recurring issues, devising long-term solutions that minimized future disruptions.
- Created and implemented maintenance program to optimize operational efficiency and reduce downtime.
- Prepared and reviewed maintenance contracts with external service providers to offer mutually binding agreements.
- Completed partial or full dismantling of equipment to quickly repair or replace defective components and restore functionality.
- Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
- Planned scheduled maintenance outages as part of preventive maintenance program.
- Delegated tasks to carefully selected employees in alignment with resource management goals.
- Reduced downtime by efficiently overseeing the maintenance team and prioritizing tasks according to urgency.
- Established and documented protocols for preventive maintenance procedures, decreasing equipment issues, and reducing downtime.
- Worked effectively in fast-paced environments.
- Exercised leadership capabilities by successfully motivating and inspiring others.
- Worked flexible hours across night, weekend, and holiday shifts.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
- Proven ability to develop and implement creative solutions to complex problems.
- Demonstrated leadership skills in managing projects from concept to completion.
Production Team Leader
United Plastics Australasia
04.2012 - 04.2019
- Conducted root-cause analysis on any identified issues during quality inspections, taking corrective action promptly.
- Maintained open lines of communication with upper management, reporting progress updates on key metrics regularly.
- Adjusted machines to increase productivity for runs.
- Investigated processing errors and malfunctions, resolving issues with minor machine repairs.
- Used problem-solving and issue-resolution skills to promptly and successfully address production problems.
- Performed general equipment maintenance and repair to minimize downtime.
- Trained new production staff members on safe and efficient production procedures and proper machine operations.
- Repaired equipment to keep jobs moving smoothly, informing maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Assembled products according to changing daily work orders and specific customer needs.
- Calibrated machines to maintain required productivity levels and adherence to quality standards.
- Tested products or subassemblies for functionality or quality and troubleshot problems with equipment, devices, or products.
- Maintained clean and well-organized production areas to avoid violations or unnecessary work delays due to hazards or inefficient layouts.
- Actively participated in continuous improvement initiatives, contributing valuable insights on process optimization strategies.
- Assessed and addressed production bottlenecks, improving overall manufacturing efficiency.
- Mentored new employees, providing them with the necessary knowledge and guidance to become effective members of the production team.
- Organized and prepared workstations and materials needed for operations to maximize productivity.
- Made sure that products were produced on time and are of good quality.
- Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing workflow improvements.
- Led a team of production workers to consistently meet deadlines and exceed performance goals.
- Inspected products and machines to maintain quality and efficiency.
- Met production targets and tight deadlines by collaborating closely with team members.
- Maintained organized work area by cleaning and removing hazards.
- Reviewed production schedules and streamlined processes.
- Used critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Managed time efficiently in order to complete all tasks within deadlines.
- Learned and adapted quickly to new technology and software applications.
- Demonstrated respect, friendliness and willingness to help wherever needed.
- Cultivated interpersonal skills by building positive relationships with others.
- Self-motivated, with a strong sense of personal responsibility.
- Demonstrated a high level of initiative and creativity while tackling difficult tasks.
- Proved successful working within tight deadlines and a fast-paced environment.
- Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
- Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
Education
Certificate I - Polymer Processing
Kangan Institute
Melbourne, VIC01.2015
Certificate I - Electrical Servicemen's Course
Fiji Institute Of Technology
Fiji Island01.2006
Trade Certificate - Plant Maintenance
Fiji Institute Of Technology
Fiji Island01.2005
Skills
- MS Office
- Time management abilities
- Inventory Monitoring
- Technical Proficiency
- Task Delegation
- Schedule Management
- Expense Tracking
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Computer Skills
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Professionalism
- Goal Setting
- Scheduling and Coordinating
- Active Listening
- Performance Tracking and Evaluation
- Process Improvement
- Performance reviewing
- Positive Attitude
- Grounds Maintenance
- Analytical Skills
- Staff Management
- Idea Development and Brainstorming
- Contractor Management
- Problem Resolution
- Contractor Oversight
- Task Prioritization
- Safety Protocols
- Teamwork and Collaboration
- Work Planning and Prioritization
- Project Management
- Lockout and tagout procedures
- Multitasking
- Professional and Courteous
- Production Scheduling
- Equipment Inspection
- Decision-Making
- Deadline Management
- Time Management
- Multitasking Abilities
- Attention to Detail
- Problem-solving abilities
- Predictive Maintenance
- Inventory Replenishment
- Equipment Troubleshooting
- Mechanical Aptitude
- Problem-Solving
- Team Leadership
- Preventive Maintenance
- Installation Management
- Maintenance Planning
- Safety Monitoring
Accomplishments
- Used Microsoft Excel to develop inventory tracking spreadsheets.
- Supervised team of [Number] staff members.
Timeline
Maintenance Manager
United Plastics Australasia
04.2019 - Current
Production Team Leader
United Plastics Australasia
04.2012 - 04.2019
Certificate I - Polymer Processing
Kangan Institute
Certificate I - Electrical Servicemen's Course
Fiji Institute Of Technology
Trade Certificate - Plant Maintenance
Fiji Institute Of Technology
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