Rafique Ismail Pathan

Dynamic, results-driven, and highly skilled Operations Leader with nearly two decades of progressive experience in Plant Operations, Production Planning & Control (PPC), Strategic Sourcing, and Project Commissioning within the heavy manufacturing sector (Valves, Actuators, and Boilers). Proven track record of optimizing factory capacities, scaling throughput pipelines, and implementing high-efficiency inventory controls. Expert at building rigorous cross-functional synchronization models to meet aggressive market delivery schedules and achieve 100% Request Date Service Level (RDSL) targets.

Formally trained in advanced mechanical engineering concepts with published technical research on Analytical Hierarchy Process (AHP) decision frameworks.

Deputy General Manager (DGM) - Operations - Hydrodyne Teikoku India Pvt. Ltd.

(2024-12)

• Spearhead comprehensive plant operations, aligning manufacturing workflows with high-level corporate growth plans and delivery targets.
• Orchestrate operational synergy across design, production, materials, quality, and dispatch teams to optimize industrial plant capacity.
• Drive targeted continuous improvement programs focusing on floor cycle-time compression, scrap elimination, and overhead mitigation.
• Control plant-wide budget distributions, strategic capital allocations, and resource assignments to scale factory throughput smoothly.
• Formulate and monitor critical key performance indicators (KPIs) regarding industrial safety codes, compliance, and material quality metrics.
• Conduct recurring high-level reviews with corporate stakeholders to align operational capacity with shifting market requirements.

Manager - Production Planning & Control (PPC) - RK Control Instruments Pvt. Ltd.

(2024-09 - 2024-12)

• Directed end-to-end production planning frameworks for heavy-duty Control Valves, Pneumatic Actuators, and Power Cylinders.
• Chaired intensive Contract Reviews and Kick-Off Meetings to analyze client technical profiles, structural loads, and milestones.
• Engineered the Monthly Master Production and Material Plan, aligning engineering floor outputs perfectly with raw stock availability.
• Led Daily Board Meetings (DBM) and Past-Due tracking panels to eliminate process delays and maintain a 100% RDSL target rate.
• Authorized critical manufacturing indents by utilizing structural EP Analysis to evaluate available stock and configure alternatives.
• Mentored, led, and audited junior factory planning staff to maximize team output capabilities and resolve workflow bottlenecks.

Manager - Planning - Intervalve Poonawalla Ltd. (Poonawalla Engineering Group)

(2019-07 - 2024-08)

• Supervised the plant-wide planning department for specialized control valve assembly lines, rotary actuators, and heavy gear systems.
• Constructed and maintained dynamic Product-Wise Lead-Time Matrices across branches to balance upcoming factory loads and backlogs.
• Maintained strict control over structural material kits and sub-contractor scheduling matrices to eliminate floor assembly idleness.
• Managed cross-functional supply chain risks by steering critical order review sessions to bypass liquidated damage penalties.
• Designed precision shipping sequences aligning finished asset inspections, protective paintings, packing lists, and logistics clearances.
• Implemented systematic tracking of material shortages, reducing manufacturing turnaround variance significantly over a 5-year tenure.
• Achievement Highlight: Honored with an official Letter of Appreciation and a Cash Reward from Executive Management for breakthrough milestones in structural Inventory Management.

Production Planning & Vendor Development Engineer - Hawa Valves (I) Pvt. Ltd.

(2012-01 - 2016-12)

• Configured deep-level structural Bills of Material (BOM) in ERP infrastructure by interpreting engineering design blueprints.
• Interfaced between factory design, coordination, and manufacturing teams to address and clarify engineering changes.
• Owned the regional strategic sourcing layout: audited, qualified, and negotiated commercial terms with high-capacity suppliers.
• Tracked procurement cycles entirely from initial RFQ evaluation and price mapping to delivery routing and payment milestones.
• Maintained an analytical vendor score-card assessment matrix to drive continuous improvements in material finish and timelines.
• Partnered closely with purchasing managers to prioritize high-value structural steel allocations for major upcoming project plans.

Planning Engineer - Dembla Valves Ltd.

(2010-05 - 2011-12)

• Analyzed construction drawings and validation checklists to formulate clean Bills of Material (BOM) for valve casting lines.
• Audited ongoing material inventory depth to guarantee absolute component readiness before allocating bills to shop-floor cells.
• Coordinated raw component flow schedules directly with sourcing lines to protect critical milestones on heavy industrial contracts.
• Maintained meticulous production tracking records and material movement matrices using the integrated ERP infrastructure.
• Disseminated clear upcoming floor parameters and loading schedules to assembly line supervisors on a daily basis.
• Collaborated during weekly conference panels to evaluate ongoing drawing changes and resolve upcoming logistical delays.

Site Engineer - Alfa Boilers Pvt. Ltd.

(2008-04 - 2010-03)

• Supervised the installation, structural fabrication, pipeline erection, and maintenance of industrial boilers under strict IBR codes.
• Successfully completed critical on-site heavy commissioning assignments for high-profile institutions including H.A.L and Pioneer Distilleries.
• Performed precise pre-fabrication material checks and structural weld-setup examinations to ensure adherence to blueprint metrics.
• Directed field manpower allocation and technical team schedules, maximizing utilization to meet project deadlines safely.
• Executed Dye Penetrant (DP) and mandatory high-pressure Hydraulic tests in strict compliance with statutory IBR requirements.
• Liaised directly with state Boiler Inspectors to secure official layout validations, structural testing sign-offs, and operational clearances.

M.E.

• Mechanical Engineering - Mumbai University (SCOE) (2018-02 - 2018-02)

B.E.

• Mechanical Engineering - Mumbai University (Rizvi College) (2007-12 - 2007-12)

Higher Secondary Certificate - PCM - Maharashtra Board (R.J. College) (2002-03 - 2002-03)

Secondary School Certificate - Maharashtra Board (Abhyudaya Vidyalaya) (2000-03 - 2000-03)