Bala Chandar

Experienced Production Head with 15+ years in the surface finishing, coating, and manufacturing industries, specializing in oil & gas fasteners and fluoropolymer applications. Proven record of leading cross-functional teams, optimizing production processes, and reducing defects and downtime.

Production Head - Technical Metal LLC - UAE

(2025-11 - 2027-01)

• Manage daily production operations and ensured production targets were achieved.
• Supervised surface treatment processes, including Hot dip galvanizing., Zn plating, Zi-nickel plating, phosphating, and Xylan coating. ( 1424, 1070 )
• Monitored quality standards and ensured compliance with customer specifications.
• Coordinated with production, maintenance, and quality teams to improve efficiency.
• Managed production planning, material availability, and timely order completion.
• Followed safety procedures and maintained workplace standards.

Senior Engineer – Production - Delmon Industrial Coating - Dammam, Saudi Arabia

(2020-03 - 2025-10)

Project Initiation & Development new Fluoropolymer plant related to oil and gas services. Working with project vendors for Erection and commissioning. Improving efficiency by finding ways to cut steps out of the production process. Producing product mockups that will be used as retail and sales samples. Monitoring staff. Responsible for making sure that all production staff are aligned with the company’s goals.

• Responsible for planning, coordination and control of manufacturing process activities related to Coating plant, ensuring smooth production to meet business objectives.
• Formulate operational strategies to achieve business goals.
• Provide technical support to the production and maintenance team.
• Managed end-to-end coating operations for B7, B7M, L7, L7M, and B8 stud bolts, ensuring adherence to international specifications (ASTM, ISO).
• Gained Knowledge in API 20E/20F BSL 1,2& 3 Standards for stud bolts
• Spearheaded quality testing procedures including:
• Hardness Testing (HRC, HV)
• Tensile Strength & Proof Load Testing
• Charpy Impact Testing
• Thread Inspection (GO/NO-GO gauges)
• Visual & Dimensional Checks
• Reduced coating defects by 12% through process standardization and operator training.
• Coordinated with third-party inspectors (e.g., TUV, PPG) for coating and dimensional validation.
• Production planning, manpower allocation, and daily workflow supervision.
• Maintained strict adherence to ASTM A193/A320 and client-specific specifications.
• Ensured proper blasting (SA 2.5), surface profile measurements, and fluoropolymer coating (Xylan 1070/1424).
• Maintained full traceability and documentation for QA/QC audits.
• Heat treatment process.

Production Engineer – Surface Finishing & Stud Bolt Manufacturing - Al-Rashed Fasteners - Saudi Arabia

(2009-04 - 2020-02)

• Managed surface Finishing Plant Hot dip, Electro plant and PTFE.
• Oversaw threading, heat treatment, and finishing operations.
• Supervised surface treatment and fluoropolymer/Xylan coating line with a team of 40+ workers.
• Delivered on-time production against aggressive monthly targets while maintaining quality standards.
• I participated in costing, certification programs, and supported external audits.
• Reduced avoidable costs by 15% through manpower efficiency and rework reduction.

PROJECT TRAINEE – SURFACE ENGINEERING DIVISION - National Aerospace Laboratories - Bangalore

(2006-09 - 2009-01)

I worked as a Project trainee in Surface engineering division (NAL), Bangalore and involved in the field of surface modification employing Electro deposition method. Having experience in the field of Electro deposition of metallic, alloy and composite coatings.

B. Tech - Chemical Engineering (2001 - 2005)