Mahesh Kolavi
About Mahesh Kolavi
Mahesh Kolavi serves as the Chief Manager of Operations & Projects at Sterlite Technologies Limited, where he has worked since 2020. With extensive experience in tire manufacturing and engineering, he has held various managerial roles across multiple companies, including Michelin and Phillips Carbon Black Limited.
Work at Sterlite Technologies
Mahesh Kolavi currently serves as Chief Manager of Operations & Projects at Sterlite Technologies Limited (STL) in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. He has held this position since 2020, contributing to the company's operational efficiency and project management. Prior to this role, he worked as Chief Manager of Engineering & Projects at STL for 10 months in 2019. His experience at STL encompasses overseeing various engineering and operational projects, enhancing the company's performance in the optical fiber production sector.
Education and Expertise
Mahesh Kolavi holds a Master of Business Administration (MBA) in Operations Management from Sikkim Manipal University, which he completed between 2012 and 2014. He also earned a Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) in Mechanical Engineering from KLE College of Engineering & Technology from 2002 to 2006. His educational background is complemented by expertise in implementing lean methodologies and best practices, particularly from his tenure at Michelin, aimed at enhancing operational excellence.
Background in Tire Manufacturing
Mahesh Kolavi has extensive experience in the tire manufacturing sector, having worked at Michelin in various roles, including Senior Mechanical Engineer and TEC Sector Manager. His tenure at Michelin spanned from 2010 to 2017, during which he gained significant exposure to heavy machinery and operational processes. He also managed maintenance operations in the USA and Thailand, further solidifying his expertise in the industry.
Previous Work Experience
Before joining STL, Mahesh Kolavi held several positions in different companies. He worked as Central Reliability and Engineering Manager at Phillips Carbon Black Limited from 2017 to 2019. Prior to that, he served as Assistant Manager at Dakshin Foundry Pvt Ltd from 2008 to 2010. His career began as a Graduate Engineering Trainee at Kirloskar Ferrous Industries Limited in 2006, where he progressed to Senior Engineer by 2008.
Project Management and Green Field Exposure
Mahesh Kolavi has gained valuable experience in project management, particularly in green field projects at Michelin India's Chennai plant. His role involved overseeing the establishment of new operational frameworks and enhancing production capabilities. This experience is complemented by his industry exposure in carbon black manufacturing and optical fiber production, allowing him to apply his knowledge across various sectors.