Rajeshkumar Arumugam

Results-driven Chemical Engineering professional with 20+ years of experience in production management, quality assurance, and process optimisation across activated carbon, specialty chemicals, pharmaceutical API, and petrochemical industries. Proven track record in regulatory compliance (GMP, ISO 9001/14001/18001, USFDA), Lean Manufacturing, CAPA implementation, EHS leadership, and full-plant P&L management. Seeking a senior Factory Manager / Plant Head role to drive operational excellence and sustainable growth.

Factory Manager - Donau Carbon India Pvt Ltd - Arseikare, Hassan Dist., Karnataka

(2025-06)

• Lead all plant operations (activated carbon manufacturing) ensuring production targets, quality benchmarks, and safety standards are consistently met.
• Oversee internal audits, regulatory inspections, and implementation of corrective actions (CAPA).
• Execute Lean Manufacturing principles to reduce waste and increase throughput.
• Drive budgeted production planning, new project management, and trial/validation operations.
• Manage team recruitment, training, cross-functional coordination, and dispatch operations.
• Maintain man-days safety execution and conduct regular EHS training programs.

Plant Head – Production & Quality - Kannapiran Polymers Ltd - Perundurai, Erode Dist., Tamil Nadu

(2024-12 - 2025-05)

• Led entire plant operations ensuring production targets, quality benchmarks, and safety standards.
• Oversaw internal audits, regulatory inspections, and corrective-action implementation.
• Executed Lean Manufacturing initiatives; championed cross-functional team development.
• Managed team training, recruitment, troubleshooting, and dispatch coordination.

Block In-Charge – Production - ITC In Division Ltd - Nanjangud, Karnataka

(2023-07 - 2024-04)

• Managed batch processes and shift operations in API intermediate production.
• Ensured documentation accuracy; coordinated validation/testing with QC department.
• Implemented ERP and safety protocols; handled stock audits, CAPA investigations, and pilot scale-up.
• Operated and supervised clean-room production lines.

Senior Executive – Production (Solvent Recovery) - Jubilant Pharmova Ltd - Nanjangud, Karnataka

(2015-03 - 2023-06)

• Operated distillation columns via SAP and HMI systems; managed glass-lined reactors and pressure swing adsorbents.
• Troubleshot technical issues, coordinated maintenance, and ensured ETP compliance.
• Led safety compliance audits; prepared JSA, HIRA, and FMEA documentation.
• Managed validation protocol preparation, CAPA implementation, QMS, and team training.
• Supervised solvent storage, hazardous material handling, and permit-to-work systems.

Production In-Charge - Core Carbons Pvt Ltd - Palladam, Tamil Nadu

(2011-02 - 2015-03)

• Directed activated carbon plant operations including steam kilns, WHRB, and RO plants.
• Executed shutdown/start-up activities, effluent treatment, and STP operations.
• Conducted quality analysis for activated carbon; managed lab reporting and water treatment plants.
• Planned and executed steam activation kiln operations; led new product development trials.

Junior Officer – Production - Arkema Peroxides India Ltd - Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu

(2010-02 - 2011-02)

• Handled hydrogen peroxide production involving exothermic reactions with strict safety norms.
• Maintained ISO/GMP documentation; supported internal and external audits.
• Oversaw hazardous waste treatment via copper separation processes; managed NANO product pilot scale-up.

Production Operator - Southern Petrochemical Corporation Ltd - Cuddalore, Tamil Nadu

(2008-05 - 2010-02)

• Managed emulsion plant operations including feed preparations and batch processing.
• Operated rotary dryers, sparkler filters, vacuum distillation systems, and DCS-controlled distillation columns.
• Ensured SOP adherence, maintained production logs, and managed clean-room operations.

Utility Operator - Chemplast Sanmar Ltd - Mettur Dam, Tamil Nadu

(2005-07 - 2008-05)

• Operated DM plants, chillers, cooling towers, and rotary compressors.
• Monitored ammonia/Freon refrigeration systems; ensured boiler efficiency (water tube and fire tube).
• Managed water treatment plant operations, air compressors, and air dryer bed operations.

Diploma - Chemical Engineering - The Kauvery Polytechnic College (2002 - 2005)