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SANDIPKUMAR MAGANLAL KANTHARIA

ALLIED CHEMICALS S.C
SILVASSA,INDIA
SANDIPKUMAR MAGANLAL KANTHARIA

Work Preference

Job Search Status:

Open to work

Desired Job Title

Project ManagerUnit ManagerDesign ManagerCommissioning EngineerTeam Leader

Work Type

Full Time

Location Preference

On-SiteHybrid

Location:

SILVASSA, INDIA, ET

Open to relocation:

Yes

Important To Me

Company CulturePersonal development programsTeam Building / Company RetreatsPaid sick leave
4
Languages
3
Certification
21
Years of experience

Experienced professional with expertise in chemical processes, project design, and production management. Proficient in materials design, project estimation and bidding, budget management, and industrial machinery commissioning. Skilled in plant maintenance, modification, manpower handling, and daily reporting to ensure operational efficiency. Adept at planning temporary works for projects and managing utilities to optimise performance. Strong communication abilities complement a proven track record in delivering projects on time and within budget.

Work History

7 Years 2 Months
08.2019 - Current
7 Years 2 Months
Unit Manager
ALLIED CHEMICALS S.C | Addis Ababa, ETHIOPIA
08.2019 - Current
  • Designed and erected 5,500tpy speciality products plant in Ethiopia from 2023 supplier Technithon India.
  • Designed and erected 3.8tph sulfonation plant in Ethiopia from 2023 supplier M/s.Weixian, China.
  • Erected Aluminium production line equipment in Ethiopia during 2026 starting production.
  • Erected fertilizer production line equipment in Ethiopia during 2026.
  • Renovated 2.5tph sulfonation and sodium silicate plant in Sudan during 2026.
  • Erected and commissioned 2500KVA,1500kVA and 1000kVA transformers with HT & LT distribution panels in Ethiopia.
  • Erected and commissioned 1500kVA and 750kVA generator sets in Ethiopia and Sudan.
  • Erected and commissioned blender unit for Dry Mixing, Auto liquid and paste drum filling machines.
  • Encouraged use of modern technologies within the team, kept pace with industry advancements and trends.
  • Managed budget allocations for various projects, maintained fiscal responsibility whilst ensuring high-quality output.
  • Managed project budget allocations to maintain fiscal responsibility and quality output.
  • Streamlined workflow processes, boosted productivity within the design team.
  • Streamlined design-team workflow processes to boost productivity.
  • Coordinated with other departments for cross-functional projects, enhanced overall company synergy and unity in direction.
  • Ensured consistency of design work by implementing, managing and reviewing CAD standards.
  • Assured adherence to project deadlines through effective time management skills.
  • Established new product designs using research and market analysis.
  • Developed marketing campaign concepts that effectively engaged target audiences.
  • Successfully negotiated client contract renewals to create increased revenue.
1 Year 4 Months
03.2018 - 07.2019
1 Year 4 Months
Assistant manager
SAVITA OIL & TECHNOLOGY LTD. | SILVASSA, INDIA
03.2018 - 07.2019
  • Collaborated with management to address operational challenges, leading to improved efficiency solutions.
  • Cultivated a supportive work atmosphere for employees, contributing to increased employee morale.

Implemented 5's activities in maintenance department, enhancing workplace organisation and productivity.

  • Maintained documents supporting IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 requirements.

Prepared IATF certification documents and coordinated with consultants for preparations.

  • Scheduled and executed preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance for furnace stitching conveyors, blowers, utilities.
  • Installed 300 CFM Atlas Copco air compressor with online dew point measuring dryer unit.
  • Installed auto bottle, barrel, and bucket filling with online weighing machines.
  • Installed online printing machines including control print, Domino, videojet, and marche.
  • Installed IP CCTV cameras with NVRs and maintained CCTV system upkeep.
9 Years 10 Months
11.2007 - 09.2017
9 Years 10 Months
Assistant manager
AARTI INDUSTRIES LTD. | SILVASSA, INDIA
11.2007 - 09.2017
  • Planned manpower for day to day maintenance and shutdown scheduling.
  • Implemented plant automation and control modifications across related systems.
  • Identified recurring problems and implemented preventive and corrective actions in SAP to enhance system reliability.
  • Developed preventive and predictive maintenance plans for instruments and instrumentation systems.
  • Maintained control and field instrumentation systems, ensuring optimal performance through routine upkeep.
  • Managed instrument spares inventory, coordinating planning, reconditioning, and standardisation to ensure availability of critical components.
  • Reduced inventory loss through effective monitoring and management practices. for improved profit margins.
  • Organised and coordinated ISO compliance activities and documentation schedules. and managed ISO9001:2008 documentation and periodic calibrations.
  • Maintained calibration and check records for scheduled instrumentation activities.
  • Maintained daily reports covering GEB, DG, power failures, and trips.
  • Troubleshot plant electrical issues to identify causes and recommend fixes.
  • Supervised sulfonation plant erection and batch process commissioning activities daily.
  • Supervised spray dryer plant erection and commissioning delivered by M/s Mojjen Pune.
4 Months
06.2007 - 10.2007
4 Months
INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL ENGINEER
INDIA GELATINE & CHEMICAL LTD. | VAPI, INDIA
06.2007 - 10.2007
  • Utilised CAD software for the design of control systems enhancing precision and accuracy.
  • Analysed system performance for identification of areas requiring improvement.
  • Troubleshot and resolved issues promptly to minimise downtime.
  • Developed technical reports to communicate findings and recommendations.
1 Year 3 Months
03.2006 - 06.2007
1 Year 3 Months
Instrumentation and control engineer
MTZ POLYFILMS LTD. | BHARUCH, INDIA
03.2006 - 06.2007
  • Improved process efficiency by designing and implementing new control systems.
  • Troubleshot and resolved issues promptly to minimise downtime.
  • Performed root cause analysis on failed components identifying solutions that prevented recurrence.

Education

BACHELOR - INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL

VEER NARMAD SOUTH GUJARAT UNIVERSITY | 06.2004

Skills

Project design & implementation
Project estimation
Chemical Process & operations
Industrial machinery commissioning
Utilities management
Materials design
Budget management
Project progress reporting

Languages

English
Hindi
Gujarati
Amheric

Certification

  • HAZOP study certification from CIA,Mumbai
  • ISO Internal Auditor certificate from TUV
  • IATF Internal Auditor certificate from TUV SUD

Work history

1 year and 3 months,4 months,9 years and 10 months,1 year and 4 months,7 years and 2 months

Education

DISTINCTION

Languages

ENGLISH,HINDI,GUJARATI,AMHERIC

Timeline

Unit Manager
ALLIED CHEMICALS S.C
08.2019 - CurrentRead more
Assistant manager
SAVITA OIL & TECHNOLOGY LTD.
03.2018 - 07.2019Read more
Assistant manager
AARTI INDUSTRIES LTD.
11.2007 - 09.2017Read more
INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL ENGINEER
INDIA GELATINE & CHEMICAL LTD.
06.2007 - 10.2007Read more
Instrumentation and control engineer
MTZ POLYFILMS LTD.
03.2006 - 06.2007Read more
VEER NARMAD SOUTH GUJARAT UNIVERSITY - BACHELOR, INSTRUMENTATION & CONTROL
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