06/03/2026 updated
100 % available
Manufacturing Leader | Unit Head Operations | VP Technical Services | Specialty Chemicals & Pharma
Bharuch,Gujarat, India
Worldwide
B.E. in Chemical Engineering, First Division with Distinction (1993), JNEC College, AurangabadAbout me
With over 33 years of experience in the chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing, proven track record in overseeing production operations. specialty chemical manufacturing Hydrogen, hydrogenation and oxidation processes. Efficiency improvement by 12% through de-bottlenecking.
Process EngineeringOperational ExcellencePharmaceutical EngineeringProduction ManagementSpeciality ChemicalsTechnical AuditTechnical AssuranceProduction Operations
Plant Operations Management
Full accountability for large-scale manufacturing operations across specialty chemicals and pharmaceutical sectors, including hydrogenation, oxidation, condensation, distillation, and amination processes, with a track record of stabilizing and optimizing multi-site manufacturing units.
Process Engineering & Debottlenecking
Expertise in systematic process debottlenecking, capacity expansion (2x to 10x) using existing assets through innovative process redesign and equipment resizing, resulting in significant efficiency improvements and cost savings.
Technology Transfer (R&D to Commercial Scale)
Proven capability in directing technology transfer across multiple manufacturing sites, implementing SOPs for safe and successful scale-up of APIs, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals from lab to commercial scale.
Solvent Recovery, Recycling & Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD)
Design and implementation of Zero Liquid Discharge facilities across multiple sites, integrating wastewater recycle, solvent recovery, and energy conservation, delivering substantial cost savings.
P&L Ownership & Cost Optimization
Delivered cumulative cost savings of Rs. 25+ crores through solvent recovery, recycling, yield improvement, and energy optimization initiatives across various manufacturing operations.
Safety, HAZOP & Regulatory Compliance
Ensured statutory, safety, and environmental compliance while reducing emissions and process losses; achieved FAMI-QS, ISO, HACCP, Kosher and Halal certifications.
Capacity Expansion & Commissioning
Commissioned and operated India's largest Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) manufacturing facility achieving first-time-right commissioning, and led multiple greenfield and brownfield project commissionings.
Hydrogenation, Distillation & Amination
Specialized technical knowledge in hydrogenation, continuous distillation, amination, fluorinated chemicals, and large-scale utility operations across specialty chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Team Leadership & Workforce Capability Building
Leading shop-floor training for contractual and permanent workforce to improve operational discipline and asset reliability, with extensive experience building and managing large cross-functional teams.
Multi-site Manufacturing Operations
Experience managing and overseeing manufacturing operations across multiple sites simultaneously, ensuring consistent quality, safety, and operational excellence standards.
Full accountability for large-scale manufacturing operations across specialty chemicals and pharmaceutical sectors, including hydrogenation, oxidation, condensation, distillation, and amination processes, with a track record of stabilizing and optimizing multi-site manufacturing units.
Process Engineering & Debottlenecking
Expertise in systematic process debottlenecking, capacity expansion (2x to 10x) using existing assets through innovative process redesign and equipment resizing, resulting in significant efficiency improvements and cost savings.
Technology Transfer (R&D to Commercial Scale)
Proven capability in directing technology transfer across multiple manufacturing sites, implementing SOPs for safe and successful scale-up of APIs, agrochemicals, and specialty chemicals from lab to commercial scale.
Solvent Recovery, Recycling & Zero Liquid Discharge (ZLD)
Design and implementation of Zero Liquid Discharge facilities across multiple sites, integrating wastewater recycle, solvent recovery, and energy conservation, delivering substantial cost savings.
P&L Ownership & Cost Optimization
Delivered cumulative cost savings of Rs. 25+ crores through solvent recovery, recycling, yield improvement, and energy optimization initiatives across various manufacturing operations.
Safety, HAZOP & Regulatory Compliance
Ensured statutory, safety, and environmental compliance while reducing emissions and process losses; achieved FAMI-QS, ISO, HACCP, Kosher and Halal certifications.
Capacity Expansion & Commissioning
Commissioned and operated India's largest Vitamin B3 (Niacinamide) manufacturing facility achieving first-time-right commissioning, and led multiple greenfield and brownfield project commissionings.
Hydrogenation, Distillation & Amination
Specialized technical knowledge in hydrogenation, continuous distillation, amination, fluorinated chemicals, and large-scale utility operations across specialty chemical and pharmaceutical manufacturing.
Team Leadership & Workforce Capability Building
Leading shop-floor training for contractual and permanent workforce to improve operational discipline and asset reliability, with extensive experience building and managing large cross-functional teams.
Multi-site Manufacturing Operations
Experience managing and overseeing manufacturing operations across multiple sites simultaneously, ensuring consistent quality, safety, and operational excellence standards.
Languages
EnglishFluentHindiFluent
Project history
Recommending chemical and pharmaceutical SMEs on plant stabilization, process optimization, recycling economics, and cost-benefit analysis. Supporting operations for spray drying, spin flash drying, precipitation processes, thermic fluid systems, and filtration equipment. Leading shop-floor training for contractual and permanent workforce to improve operational discipline and asset reliability.
Leadership role in continuous improvement and technical services at Dr. Reddy's Laboratories.
General Manager Technical Services role at Aurobindo Pharma.