Rai Shaheryar Bhatti

Revitalized a fragmented engineering function into a cohesive, high-performing unit. Established SOPs, lean maintenance, and strict vendor processes, yielding 40% energy gains and multi-million-dollar savings. Delivered $17.7M apparel project, boosting capacity 50%. Oversaw $54M in CAPEX expansions (spinning, weaving, denim, apparel). Championed sustainability with biomass trials and H2/O2 fuels. Mentored staff and drove growth through strategic leadership. Ensured 100% compliance. Reduced risk.

Led CAPEX planning with ±1% accuracy. Ensured compliance at four factories per Nestlé standards. Championed CIAT, NEMT, NIMT. Benchmarked maintenance vs. 32 global sites. Coordinated TPM/PM, boosting reliability. Localized spare parts, cutting costs 10%. Built dashboards in Power BI. Uplifted training via FESTO, SMC, SKF. Performed compliance audits across factories, ensuring uniform excellence. Executed maintenance performance evaluations, gleaning global best practices for cost optimization.

Directed investment projects from concept to delivery, ensuring Nestlé compliance, budget control, and on-time execution. Implemented LEAN strategies to reduce waste and boost productivity. Coordinated cross-functional teams for vertical startups surpassing KPIs. Mentored diverse teams on maintenance and stakeholder alignment. Key wins: End of Line Automation ($4M), Facilities Upgrades ($3.8M), Energy Projects ($1.9M), Boiler House ($3.9M), PET Line ($17.5M), Ammonia Chillers ($1.5M).

Executed capital projects under Nestlé standards, from design through operational start-up. Drafted project charters, managed schedules, allocated resources, and tracked CAPEX for timely, budget-compliant delivery. Provided proactive maintenance insights, preventing future issues. Led cross-functional teams for manufacturing excellence. Key projects: Facilities/Industrial Services Upgrades ($1.7M), Warehouse Modernization ($1M), Energy Efficiency ($350K).

Implemented robust maintenance plans to minimize downtime and ensure smooth production. Managed budgets, balancing cost and performance. Supervised critical equipment—Powder Dryers, Evaporators, Cereals Drum Dryers—boosting reliability by 10% via TPM. Oversaw Nestlé Nutrition Projects inventory, safeguarding quality standards. Applied preventive and breakdown strategies, achieving sustained equipment efficiency and optimised plant output.

Oversaw site safety, equipment installation, commissioning, and handover, ensuring seamless transitions. Executed mechanical/electrical works in line with production, QA, and regulatory needs. Key projects: Utilities & Industrial Services ($24.8M) with extensive piping, Wartsila Power Plant (8.8MW), advanced milk processing lines ($100M), CIP systems, and Nestlé Waters installations. Achieved 15% energy savings, robust environmental controls, and improved operational safety.

Developed core engineering skills in a global FMCG setting. Studied Nestlé guidelines for compliance and operational excellence. Contributed to piping layouts (P&IDs), cooling tower and power plant erection, and absorption chillers. Engaged in large-scale utilities expansions, enhancing reliability and efficiency. Participated in rigorous training programs and process design verifications, ensuring smooth integrations and adherence to Nestlé’s engineering standards.

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