ASHWINKUMAR DWIVEDI

**** ******** ******, ***** **, 60123 224-***-**** acrvzw@r.postjobfree.com

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MAINTENANCE,PROJECCT & ENGINEERING RESOURCE

With a diverse 15+ year background in advanced power management that encompasses operations, efficiency improvements, workforce management and engineering, I currently seek a challenging and rewarding position where I can continue to build productivity, efficiency, and performance improvements.

I see that you have an opening for a Maintenance Manager. I have demonstrated success in this role through my various management positions. In these capacities, I have demonstrated effective leadership and organization. I have a proven track record in targeting inefficiencies, thinking strategically to innovate methods which improve productivity and time management. Throughout my tenure in manufacturing, I’ve specialized in process improvements, waste-reduction and investment in long-term cost-saving measures. I’m also an excellent leader, committed to ensuring that teams are synchronized in their knowledge, focus, expectations, and comprehensive vision. My ability to develop and implement effective plans has prepared me for a diverse range of challenges in fast-paced environments.

Listed below is a sampling of career contributions representing the absolute value I can offer:

I consistently exceeded targeted power plant output goals at Indian Rayon without interruption and slashed annual operating costs by $630,000 through effective maintenance and management.

Here I administered a budget in excess of half a million dollars.

I was charged with the training and management of 12 managers and 250 engineers. I created and maintained departmental performance metrics to assess staffing needs and efficiency. Here I lowered overall staff attrition rates.

I orchestrated ISO 9000 and ISO 14001 compliance, achieving certification which built shareholder & lender confidence.

I have the ability to adapt my management style depending on the resources available. I am well-versed across the entire project management life cycle and have the ability to manage several concurrent projects.

I look forward to meeting with you and exploring the possibility of applying my knowledge and experience to a new and fulfilling position. Please find my resume enclosed for your consideration.

Yours very truly, Ashwinkumar Dwivedi

ASHWINKUMAR DWIVEDI

2213 Colorado Avenue, Elgin IL, 60123 224-***-**** acrvzw@r.postjobfree.com

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MAINTENANCE MANAGER MAINTENANCE & ENGINEERING RESOURCE

Highly-qualified, results-focused engineer with a 15+ year career managing power plant (437m.w.) operations, maintenance, strategizing and improving chemical, cement and beverage manufacturing. Proven ability to target inefficiencies and optimize processes, with record of slashing annual operating costs by up to $630,000. Adept in administering large budgets with business savvy and financial insight. A proactive leader throughout award-winning organizational change, with experience in orchestrating ISO 9000 and ISO 14001 compliance.

Demonstrated record in leading teams of 8 managers overseeing as many as 250 electrical, mechanical, civil and chemical engineers. Self-motivated individual worker who meshes well in a cooperative context, both as a partner and as a tested team leader. Professional experience builds on superb masters-level education and certifications in the U.S.A. and India.

SKILLS & STRENGTHS

Employee Management, Training & Mentoring • Short & Long-Term Strategies • Profit & Loss & Financial Controls Preventative Maintenance • Quality Assurance & Control • Business Development • Energy Conservation High Pressure Steam Boilers • Project Co-ordination, Plant Startups & Redesigns

CMMS • FAMA • PERT • CPM • TPM • ISO 9000 & ISO 14000

World Class Manufacturing Systems • SCADA Plant Control • MS Office • Advanced AutoCAD Project Management • Safety & Compliance • Risk Management • English, Gujarati & Hindi Fluency

PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE

Senior Manager Indian Rayon & Industries Ltd., Veraval, GujuratState, India 1995 – 2000

Managed all aspects of power plant operation and maintenance, with 47.5 m.w. Co-Generation Power Plant. (C.F.B.Boiler) Executed diverse projects with a focus on efficiency and a strict adherence to short-term goals and comprehensive vision.

Duties included managing operations and maintenance of a broad scope of machinery including: high pressure steam boilers, softening & de-mineralizing plants, water treatment of boilers and cooling towers, steam turbines, diesel

generators & air compressors, vapor compression & absorption chillers and other pumps, heat exchange equipment and

process instruments.

Ensured regular and preventative maintenance, identifying critical areas before they became problematic or hazardous.

Analyzed frequently recurring failures and proactively applied solutions. Tracked and evaluated average lifespan of pressure components, reported outages and failures.

Develop and expedite processes, continually pushing the envelope in design, safety and cost. Consistently exceeded targeted power plant output goals without interruption. Developed long-term and short-term strategic plans for

resource and equipment optimization.

Constantly targeted equipment inefficiencies, proactively optimizing performance of personnel, machinery, time and materials.

Orchestrated ISO 9000 and ISO 14001 compliance, achieving certification which built shareholder & lender confidence.

Performed costing duties: analyzed fuel, material and operating costs to strategically locate areas for improvement and slashed operating costs. Managed budget in excess of half a million dollars.

Liaised with government agencies, contractors & suppliers, focusing on relationship management & building client loyalty.

Oversaw bid process: solicited tenders from contractors, negotiated and awarded contracts to best-qualified companies.

Maintenance Manager Dharamsi Moraji Chemical Company, Dhari, Gujarat State, India 1989 – 1995

Successfully rectified project design defect of the captive power plant (operated by the waste heat recovery boiler with sulfur firing system) & Althom turbine vacuum problem solved, acid &water line modification at D.M.C. LTD(250tns/day sulphuric acid & 250tns/day single super phosphate fertilizer production),

Implemented computerized maintenance system to manage predictive, preventive & total productive maintenance.

Achieved the rated quality product without any interruption or break down.

Guaranteed operational safety for employees and machinery in volatile environments with high potential for fire, explosion or other dangers. Maintained superb safety record with no recorded accidents through world class manufacturing system.

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PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE CONT’D

Power Plant Manager Associated Cement Company Ltd., Dwarka, Gujarat State, India 1979 – 1989

Spearheaded total overhaul of turbine equipment, thereby enhancing productivity and efficiency.

Achieved 99.8% availability of the plant. Slashed operating costs by $44,000 per year through modifying boiler firing system to reduce oil consumption. Performance recognized by Silver Shield Award.

Power Plant Engineer Ahmedabad Electric Company Ltd; (437 m.w.) Sabaramati, Gujarat, India 1966 – 1979

Co-ordinate & took active part in commissioning, operation & maintenance of 110 MW Rankin Reheat Re-generative Cycle, Pulverized coal/oil/gas fired Power Plant. Trained engineers in operation and maintenance. Enhanced efficiency through

analysis and control of critical parameters including fuel to air ratio, load factor and heat balance.

OTHER WORK EXPERIENCE

Cashier Meijer Retail Store, Elgin IL 2001 – present

Perform cash duties with attention to customer care, guaranteeing superb store experience. Audit prices, promote sales, process high volume of transactions in a dynamic, fast-paced environment.

Manager Holiday Inn Express, White House TN 2000 – 2001

Managed all aspects of a 50-room hospitality facility. Trained employees in client care, organization and housekeeping.

Managed staff and maintenance contractors. Processed daily reports, monitoring cash flow and expenditures on Simply

Accounting. Tracked customer feedback and applied necessary solutions to improve guest experience.

CERTIFICATIONS & LICENSES

Stationary Engineer's License City of Chicago, Chicago IL (License no: EN75812 Exp. Mar. 2014)

Certified to operate stationary engines and steam generators

First Class Operating Engineer American Society of Power Engineers, Lawrenceburg IL (License no: R210075298-Exp. Dec. 2013)

Certified to maintain power conversion and generation machinery

Certificate of First Class Proficiency Engineer Government of Gujarat state, Ahmedabad, India 1978

EDUCATION

E.K.S. Management Diploma Baroda Productivity Council, Baroda India

Power Plant Engineering Post-Graduate Diploma L.D. Engineering College, Ahmedabad, India

Electrical Engineering Diploma Government Polytechnic College, Ahmedabad India

Mechanical Engineering Diploma Government Polytechnic College, Ahmedabad India

OTHER TRAINING

Programmable Logic Controllers Impact Training Inc. Chicago IL (Allen Bradley SLC 500’TM PLC’S)

Thermal Power Plant Operation Tata Electric Companies, Bombay India

WCM Conference Cum Workshop Aditya Birla Group, Veraval India (I.S.O.9000 & 14000 training)

Value Engineering A.C.CO.LTD, Mahabaleshwar India

Supervisory Development Program A.E..CO.LTD, Ahmedabad, India

Finance for the Non-Finance Executive Baroda Management Association, Baroda India

AWARDS & HONOURS

Bronze Shield Indian Rayon & Industries Ltd., Veraval India

In recognition of performance as power plant manager and achievements in power plant redesign and overhaul.

Bronze Shield A.O.I. Ltd. & D.M. Chemical Ltd.at Nandeshari & Dhari, India

In recognition of performance as chief engineer and achievements in productivity increases & energy conservation.

A.C.C. Silver Shield Award & R.S. 2000 A.C.CO.LTD, Dwarka India

For achieving 99.8% availability, fuel savings and highest rated performance of power plant.

From: Benjamin Reuben

To: acrvzw@r.postjobfree.com ; acrvzw@r.postjobfree.com

Sent: Wednesday, April 19, 2006 11:30 AM

Subject: Certificate for AEC tenure

To Whomsoever It May Concern

Mr. Ashwinkumar Dhirajlal Dwivedi is known to me. He worked in The Ahmedabad Electricity Co . Ltd; ( at Sabarmati Power Station,) as a Section Engineer from 1963 to 1979.

During the tenure, he worked in operation & maintenance of power stations "A (37.5 MW B"(60MW),"C"(120MW) totaling 327 MW.

He worked in the commissioning of 110 MW ‘D’ station project of BHEL make and carried out training of engineers.

He is diligent and hardworking. I wish him success in his professional career.

His address is as under:

Ashwinkumar Dwivedi

2213 COLORADO AVENUE

ELGIN, ILLINOIS – 60123,

PHONE: 847-***-****

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Benjamin S. Reuben

Energy Consultant

Former Executive Director (AEC Ltd.)

Ahmedabad, INDIA

Phone/fax: +91 (2717) 231686

Mobile: +91 (98250) 31540

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