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abanob melad

Maintenance Planner at Japan Tobacco International (JTI)

Cairo, Egypt

Work Experience

  • Maintenance Planner

    Japan Tobacco International (JTI)

    Mar 2022 - Present -3 yrs, 2 months

    Egypt

    • Job Details:Developed and managed detailed maintenance plans and schedules for 4 production lines, ensuring 95% OTIF compliance through proactive planning, resource allocation, and parts management. Led the installation and commissioning of the track and trace machinery, ensuring seamless integration into existing production lines with minimal downtime. Implemented IWS breakdown elimination strategies, reducing recurring equipment failures by systematically identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions. Optimized spare parts inventory, reducing lead times by 15% through vendor negotiations and system automation. Enhanced maintenance effectiveness by integrating PM activities within the TPM framework, focusing on critical equipment. Improved planning and scheduling processes within the PM pillar, leading to better resource utilization and reduced unplanned downtime.
  • Maintenance Engineer

    Japan Tobacco International (JTI)

    Oct 2015 - Mar 2022 -6 yrs, 5 months

    Egypt

    • Job Details:Executed overhauls and preventive maintenance of key machinery, increasing machine uptime by 25%. Drove TPM, Kaizen, and 5S initiatives, resolving 90% of breakdowns via root-cause analysis and first time right (FTR) practices. Led training sessions for 30+ operators on autonomous maintenance, fostering a proactive maintenance culture and safety awareness.
  • Maintenance Engineer

    Ceramica Venus

    May 2014 - May 2015 -1 yr

    Egypt

    • Job Details:Reduced equipment failures by 30% through preventive maintenance, lubrication, and troubleshooting efforts. Participated in lean projects, streamlining workflows and enhancing production efficiency.
  • Education

    • Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

      Menoufia University

      Jan 2014 

    Skills

    • TPM
    • 5S
    • Root Cause Analysis
    • Kaizen
    • IWS Breakdown Elimination
    • FMCG Maintenance Planning & Scheduling
    • cross-functional collaboration
    • vendor negotiation
    • Operator Training

    Languages

    • Arabic

      Fluent
    • English

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