Dhananjay Puranik

Laboratory Professional with expertise in ISO/IEC 17025:2017, ISO 9001:2015 (QMS), ISO 14001:2015 (EMS), ASTM, APHA, EPA, UOP, and IP testing methods. Applies SOP discipline, calibration control, and QA/QC practices to support traceable, reliable results across water, oil, petrochemical, and environmental laboratories. Brings practical strength in method support, instrument reliability, and technician training to improve turnaround, compliance, and data quality.

Laboratory Professional at Shreeji Aqua Treatment Pvt Ltd (2025-12 – Present)

• Established documentation system for tracking sample data, improving traceability and accountability.
• Contributed to development of innovative analytical techniques, expanding laboratory service capabilities.
• Guaranteed compliance with safety standards and regulations
• Ensured compliance with safety standards and regulations, promoting a safe laboratory environment.

Laboratory Operation Shift Supervisor - Product Quality (water & Oil Laboratory) at Kuwait Integrated Petroleum Industries Company (KIPIC) (2022-03 – 2024-12)

• Managed continuous laboratory operations, handling over 2,500 samples each year of water, oil sludge, scale, and spent catalysts. Guaranteed timely results and precision for refinery units by implementing efficient protocols.
• Directed testing processes for essential refinery streams such as catalyst fines, effluent quality, desalination water, and boiler feedwater, equipping operators with reliable results.
• Performed sulfur product certification testing, ensuring release of around 400 batches each year in compliance with ASTM and KIPIC quality standards.
• Engineered over 200 calibration and verification solutions each quarter, ensuring analyzer reliability and decreasing instrument downtime by over 120 hours per year.
• Coached more than 15 analysts and technicians on advanced equipment (GC-MS, IC, TOC, and Metrohm analyzers), improving skill proficiency and decreasing reporting errors by over 300 instances per year.

Laboratory Professional at Verdant Environmental Solutions Pvt. Ltd. (2020-01 – 2022-02)

• Managed team of 10 laboratory personnel, fostering compliance with QA/QC standards
• Managed team of 10 laboratory personnel to ensure compliance with QA/QC standards, improving accuracy in results
• Enhanced testing protocols for water, wastewater, and sludge, increasing output to over 1200 analyses per year.
• Performed environmental compliance assessments and sampling of industrial emissions, wastewater, and chemical residues across client locations.
• Assessed samples to ensure compliance with regulatory monitoring and environmental control criteria.
• Generated audit reports detailing compliance findings and recommended remedial actions aligned with ISO 14001 and applicable statutory standards.
• Evaluated documentation and workflows to uphold accurate sample traceability and custody.
• Developed comprehensive laboratory workflows, instrument configurations, and safety protocols for clients.
• Assisted client laboratories in enhancing test accuracy and calibration practices.
• Conducted training sessions for personnel focused on sampling integrity and hazard communication.

Environmental & Laboratory Consultant at Techniche Engineering Pvt. Ltd. (2018-09 – 2019-09)

• Executed sampling and analysis for petroleum, petrochemical, and environmental samples, ensuring over 3500 analyses met quality standards annually.
• Directed quality management system (QMS) and environmental management system (EMS) documentation, achieving compliance with ISO 14001:2004 and ISO 9001:2008 standards.
• Managed external sampling teams and third-party contractors at pipeline refinery and offshore sites. Assisted in validating proficiency testing methods for critical test parameters. Performed uncertainty calculations to enhance reliability of test data.
• Streamlined operations through creation and revision of more than 70 standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines to improve laboratory safety culture.
• Directed quality management system (QMS) and environmental management system (EMS) documentation, guaranteeing compliance with ISO 14001:2004 and ISO 9001:2008 standards.
• Analyzed non-conformance cases and initiated corrective measures, significantly reducing repeat deviations.
• Partnered closely with refinery operations to ensure swift and reliable analytical support for process modifications.

Laboratory Technician at Qatar Petroleum (2006-05 – 2017-07)

• Created and maintained more than 45 standard operating procedures (SOPs), method sheets, and calibration protocols to adhere to GLP and ISO/IEC 17025 requirements.
• Executed sampling and analysis for petroleum, petrochemical, and environmental samples, ensuring over 3500 analyses met quality standards annually.
• Directed quality management system (QMS) and environmental management system (EMS) documentation, achieving compliance with ISO 14001:2004 and ISO 9001:2008 standards.
• Managed external sampling teams and third-party contractors at pipeline refinery and offshore sites. Assisted in validating proficiency testing methods for critical test parameters. Performed uncertainty calculations to enhance reliability of test data.
• Streamlined operations through creation and revision of more than 70 standard operating procedures (SOPs) and safety guidelines to improve laboratory safety culture.
• Directed quality management system (QMS) and environmental management system (EMS) documentation, guaranteeing compliance with ISO 14001:2004 and ISO 9001:2008 standards.
• Analyzed non-conformance cases and initiated corrective measures, significantly reducing repeat deviations.
• Partnered closely with refinery operations to ensure swift and reliable analytical support for process modifications.

Laboratory Professional at Reliance Industries Ltd. (2000-02 – 2006-04)

• Performed comprehensive analyses of chemical, petroleum, and petrochemical products in addition to water quality evaluations, overseeing around 1500 routine and specialized tests annually.
• Standardized and confirmed calibration of laboratory instruments, ensuring compliance with international standards and enhancing data reliability.
• Documented QA/QC processes, including calibration logs and control charts, to support regulatory compliance and improve laboratory operations.
• Refined methods to enhance precision, resulting in a reduction of repeat analyses by over 200 samples annually.

Chemical Technician at Sharjah Electricity & Water Authority (SEWA) (1998-12 – 1999-12)

• Conducted over 1200 annual water quality assessments for seawater, potable water, ro-treated water, and boiler systems to ensure compliance and safety standards.
• Performed oil analysis on transformer and lubricating oils to support effective condition monitoring and prevent equipment failures.
• Delivered high-accuracy results that informed plant operations and optimized maintenance planning.

Laboratory Chemist at Deepak Research & Development Foundation (1995-12 – 1998-11)

• Conducted in-depth chemical analyses enhancing R&D and production quality, managing 1000+ tests per year.
• Compiled and confirmed test reports for product development batches, supporting timely project advancements.
• Maintained laboratory equipment functionality, ensuring reliability and reducing potential downtime.

Laboratory Technician at Petrochemical Industries Company (1993-07 – 1995-10)

• Managed analytical instruments, producing calibration solutions to maintain accuracy.
• Analyzed petrochemical samples ensuring adherence to quality standards.
• Processed over 800 routine and specialized samples annually to support laboratory operations.

Laboratory Chemist at Sahyadri Dyestuffs & Chemicals (1987-08 – 1993-07)

• Examined raw materials, intermediates, and final dye products, completing more than 1500 tests each year.
• Compiled and analyzed test results, ensuring compliance with quality control standards.
• Refined chemical processes to enhance batch consistency and reduce variability.
• Conducted QC inspections on raw materials and finished products to maintain quality standards.

Production Trainee at Nulife Pharmaceuticals (1986-12 – 1987-04)

• Conducted QC inspections on raw materials and finished products to maintain quality standards.
• Created equipment cleaning protocols and streamlined manufacturing workflows.
• Ensured compliance with GMP standards in pharmaceutical product manufacturing.

Bachelor of Science in Chemistry – University of Pune (1986-06)