Deepak Rathi

Effective & accountable – Overcome complex business challenges and make high-stakes decisions using experience-backed judgement, strong work ethic and irreproachable integrity.

Corporate

Strategy & Develop Specialist – Characterized as a visionary, strategic and tactician. Consistent record of delivering extraordinary results in growth, revenue, operational performance and profitability. Consistently deliver mission-critical results – Driven by a visceral 'hard-wired' need to strategize, to innovate.

Vision, determination and skills needed for high-level revenue-building strategies. Strong orientations in operations & finance – Participate in high-level operational initiatives, including infrastructure design, process reengineering, turnaround management and reorganization. Respect and leverage human capital – Motivate, mentor and lead talented professionals.

Live the culture and lead by example. Direct cross-functional teams use interactive and motivational leadership.

Production Engineer (HOD) - AL KOUT INDUSTRIAL PROJECTS

(2023-11)

Managed end-to-end production operations ensuring safety, quality, and target achievement.

• Controlled production budgets, cost optimization, and resource utilization.
• Led technical upgradation, process improvement, and automation initiatives.
• Executed de-bottlenecking (increase plant capacity by 30%) to improve throughput and reduce downtime.
• Enhanced production efficiency and energy optimization while minimizing wastage.
• Expertise in handling and resolving technical issues in Chloro-Alkali plant operations and processes.
• Coordinated cross-functional teams for seamless plant operations and continuous improvement.
• Management of Change (MOC), Request for Proposal (RFP), Energy Control Plan (ECP), and Root Cause Investigation (RCI) documentation.
• Addressed and resolved customer complaints effectively.
• Planned Sales Operating Plan (SOP) and Production Plan (PP).
• Commissioned 110m3/hr DE-OXO Unit & 490 Nm3/hr Nitrogen Compressor of AIR-N-GAS & KAESER technology respectively.
• Coordinated with Bertrams to replace the Faker Drum.

Joint Manager - GACL NALCO ALKALIES & CHEMICAL PVT. LTD.

(2021-04 - 2023-11)

Oversaw operations of Cell House, Brine, HCl Furnace, and Chlorine & Hydrogen Bottling units.

• Managed Process Safety activities including HAZOP, MOC, ISO audits, budget planning, and WCM initiatives.
• Supervised daily plant operations, maintenance schedules, and execution planning.
• Handled alarm management systems and implemented measures to enhance plant performance.
• Prepared and reviewed detailed production plans to meet operational targets.
• Motivated and guided teams to maximize performance and efficiency.
• Identified operational bottlenecks and applied troubleshooting tools for timely resolution.
• Pre-Commissioned & Commissioned 800 MTPD Chloro-Alkali Plant of UHDE Technology.
• Commissioned 8 Nos. of UHDE Electrolyser, Chlorine Compressors, Liquification System, HCl Furnace, Chlorine & Hydrogen Bottling.

Deputy Manager - KUTCH CHEMICAL INDUSTRIES LIMITED

(2017-04 - 2021-03)

Directed overall plant operations with a strong focus on efficient production planning and execution.

• Coordinated cross-functional areas including marketing, workforce management, supply chain, and equipment uptime.
• Delivered technical expertise and introduced advanced tools to drive process improvements and operational efficiency.
• Led the erection and commissioning of process control systems, ensuring seamless and timely startup.
• Conducted inspections and performance evaluations of plant equipment to ensure compliance and on-time project delivery.
• Supervised end-to-end chemical production processes, maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Executed strategic production plans to consistently meet or exceed targets within cost and time constraints.
• Pre-Commissioned & Commissioned 505 MTPD Chloro-Alkali Plant of UHDE Technology.
• Commissioned 5 Nos. of UHDE Electrolyser, Chlorine Compressors, Liquification System, HCl Furnace, Chlorine, Hydrogen Bottling & Sulphur Recovery System.

Senior Engineer - PUNJAB ALKALIES & CHEMICAL LTD.

(2009-12 - 2017-04)

Independently managed process operations, ensuring all parameters remained within specified limits to achieve production targets and quality standards.

• Monitored and controlled process parameters using Yokogawa DCS (Centum 300).
• Led plant start-up and shut-down procedures in accordance with operational protocols.
• Responsible for making, Daily Production Report, Monthly Performance Report.
• Act as an emergency response team member in case of emergency.
• Coordinated with cross-functional departments to ensure smooth and uninterrupted plant operations.
• Executed scheduled activities promptly while maintaining accurate operational records.
• Performed routine checks of plant equipment, including pumps, reactors, compressors, and filters.
• Ensured product quality by strictly adhering to safety norms and standard operating procedures.

Shift Incharge - IND-SWIFT LABORATORY LIMITED

(2007-12 - 2009-11)

• Preparation of Daily Production Report.
• Identifying areas of obstruction and breakdowns and taking steps to troubleshoot.
• Ensuring raw material consumption and utility consumption as per budgeted norms.
• Ensure daily plant routine work carried out as per safety guidelines.

Bachelor of Technology - Chemical Engineering - Kurukshetra University (2002 - 2006)

Intermediate - Physics, Chemistry & Math - C.B.S.E (2000 - 2001)

High School - All Subjects - H.S.E.B (1998 - 1999)