Rajesh Ch

Result driven manufacturing leader with large-scale, multi-plant operations. I specialize in operational transformation, productivity enhancement, cost optimization, and process standardization across manufacturing facilities. I partner with promoters, directors, and plant leadership teams to diagnose operational gaps, stabilize performance, and implement structured systems that drive measurable improvements in OEE, yield, cost per unit, and OTIF. My expertise includes Lean manufacturing, TPM, CAPEX planning, ROI optimization, SOP governance, quality systems, and regulatory compliance. I have successfully led multi-plant performance improvement initiatives, strengthened production–maintenance coordination, optimized manpower deployment, and introduced KPI-driven review mechanisms to reduce firefighting and improve decision-making. My focus is on delivering sustainable profitability, building high-performing teams, and embedding a culture of operational excellence and continuous improvement across all levels of the organization.

Leading manufacturing and multi-site operations with full accountability for performance, profitability, and operational excellence. I am responsible for driving end-to-end production management, capacity optimization, cost control, quality compliance, and supply chain alignment to achieve business objectives. My expertise includes OEE improvement, Lean manufacturing, TPM implementation, CAPEX planning, ROI-driven investments, SOP standardization, and KPI based performance governance. I focus on reducing downtime, improving yield, optimizing manpower productivity, and strengthening cross-functional coordination between production, maintenance, quality, and commercial teams. I have successfully led operational transformations, stabilized underperforming plants, improved cost structures, and built high-performing leadership teams. My approach combines strategic planning with strong shop-floor execution to deliver sustainable growth, operational efficiency, and long-term profitability.

Overall responsible for leading end-to-end plant operations, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective performance across production, engineering, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and people management. The role focuses on achieving operational excellence through capacity utilization, productivity improvement, quality assurance, statutory compliance, and continuous improvement initiatives. The Plant Head aligns plant objectives with business goals, drives performance through data-driven decision-making, and builds a high-performance culture focused on safety, accountability, and sustainability. Led end-to-end plant operations covering production, engineering, maintenance, quality, safety, supply chain, and administration. I am accountable for achieving production targets while ensuring quality compliance, cost efficiency, on-time delivery, and workplace safety. I drive capacity utilization, yield improvement, and reduction of scrap, rework, downtime, and energy consumption through Lean, TPM, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives. I oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance to maximize equipment availability and reliability. Manage CAPEX planning, equipment installation, commissioning, and production ramp-up. Ensure statutory, labor, environmental, and safety compliance with audit readiness. Led and develop cross-functional teams, monitor KPIs such as OEE, productivity, yield, and cost per unit, and foster a culture of accountability, safety, and operational excellence.

Manage over all operations and is responsible for the effective and sucessfull management, productivity, Quality Control and Safety measures as established and set it. My experienced will ensure safe and effecient operations. Serve as a company representative on regulatory issues. Enhance the operational procedure, systems, and principles in the area of information flow and managment. Business process enhanced managment reporting and look for opportunities to expand systems. carry out the supervisory responsibilities in accordance with company policies and apllicable laws.My Duties and Responsibilities may include training new and exixting employees, planning, assigning, and directing work authoring and discussing with employees performance apppraisals. addressing employee performance and corrective action plans. employee motivation and rewards. Organising the budget of the company in collaboration with the director

Responsible for leading and managing the technical operations of the ceramic tiles plant, ensuring high-quality production, optimizing processes, and implementing best practices in manufacturing. This role involves overseeing production processes, driving continuous improvement, maintaining quality standards, and coordinating cross-functional teams, and also play a key role in troubleshooting, cost management, and ensuring compliance with safety and environmental standards.

Leadership to ensure effective utilization of daily plant Operations of the manufacturing, maintenance, Technical support and following Quality measures. Employees, Production and efficiency of people and machines, to make plant running smoothly, quickly, efficiently and safety. Collaborate with functional departments in the implementation of improvements. Develop the plant strategies, and future plans. Develop and create coordination between all plant operations within company. Maintain a clean and safe plant work environment. Develop, Implement and follow up all the policies and procedures related to the plant functions. Proper plant budget and profit & Loss Reports. Continuously work on cost saving measures and for new development. Investigate and implement innovative manufacturing processes to reduce costs and improve product quality. Apply lean manufacturing principles in designing, specifying, and validating world-class manufacturing processes that achieve organizational goals. Experience in functions and Abilities as Production, System Implementation, machinery, processing, and packaging departments Business Management, and Process Improvement in leading success. Manage cost structures for manufacturing by keeping operational expenses within budget allowance, and investigate cost-reduction measures. Ensure strong Coordination and flow of information among the production, maintenance, QA&QC, R&D, Design, Lab, Purchasing and Sales. One of the RAK Ceramics Group of Companies like Iran and India also has Process of Plant Operations having an experience as a Project Leader of Operations. Having Production Analysis and Planning with the Employee Performance Management. Quality assurance procedures are planned and monitored and quality plans are developed for the Projects.

Glaze line and Press production departments are crucial to producing high-quality ceramic Vitrified Tiles ( GVT & GPD ) products. The glaze line involves applying a glaze coating to ceramics to achieve desired aesthetic and functional properties, The glaze line department in ceramic manufacturing plays a critical role in applying the final coating to ceramic products, which enhances their aesthetic appeal and functional properties. As part of production operations, overseeing the glaze line involves managing the processes and team to ensure high-quality output, efficiency, and safety. while the press production focuses on forming ceramic items through pressing techniques. A production operations role in these departments ensures smooth, efficient, and high-quality production processes. Oversee daily operations of the glaze line and press production departments. Implement quality control procedures to ensure consistent and high-quality output. Lead and supervise production staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management. Ensure all machinery and equipment in the glaze line and press production areas are properly maintained and operational. Manage inventory of raw materials, glazes, and other supplies. Address and resolve any quality issues promptly. Analyze production processes and identify areas for improvement. Lead and supervise production staff, including training, scheduling, and performance management. Ensure all machinery and equipment in the glaze line and press production areas are properly maintained and operational. Implement inventory control measures to minimize waste and cost. Promote a safe working environment by enforcing health and safety regulations.

The Slip House and Ball Mill Supervisor is responsible for overseeing the production process of slip (liquid clay) preparation and the operation of ball mills in the manufacturing of ceramic products. The role includes ensuring efficient production, maintaining high quality standards, and supervising a team of workers. Provide guidance and support to team members, fostering a collaborative work environment. Manage raw material inventory, ensuring adequate supply for production needs. Implement and maintain quality control procedures and documentation. Ensure that all slip house and ball mill equipment is properly maintained and operational. Coordinate with the maintenance team for routine and emergency repairs. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize production costs. Implement process improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize production costs.

Focuses on innovating and improving and Design and Development ceramic materials, processes, and products in Gres Porcelain Vitrified Wall & Floor Tiles ( Glazed and Double Charged, Soluble Salt ). Newly Design Developed in Double charged models. This role requires a deep understanding of ceramic science, material properties, and manufacturing techniques. The goal is to enhance product performance, efficiency, and sustainability.

Implement QMS in right way and Understanding to need for Quality. Management and Six Sigma principles, Levels and Tasks of Quality Management for Implement, Good Human Resources, Proper Training innovative, Process Structure, follow the Protocol with maintained throughout Project Life cycle of a product. Follow the procedure as per ISO-9001 and implementing the quality circles, standards maintain the Testing and Inspection in Raw Material, Body Preparation, Glaze Preparation and Glaze line, Sorting and Packing, Departments. Assisting the development of test methods and inspection plans, causes of defects and resolve elaborating inspections and test methodologies Quality Principles, Quality procedures, Levels and Tasks of QM are maintained by using the Six Sigma Methodologies. By using the Project Life Cycle to improve the QSP. Improving Production Efficiency and Managing Wastage. Quality defects resolve to resolute the Root Cause Analysis Evaluated performance and contributed to improvement in Quality metrics through comprehensive reporting. Initiated Conducting through Inspections and audits, improving product quality and documentation compliance.

Perform quality control for all samples tested in laboratory Clean, maintain, and prepare supplies and work areas ensuring overall laboratory integrity Prepare samples prior to testing, and perform testing on prepared samples Collect detailed observations and notes on sample collection and ongoing experiments Developing New Glaze Models and Testing the Glazes and Raw Materials.

Develop New Products and Samples and Make success to forward Production for running for smoothly. Serve as a conduit of communication between employees and senior managers Implement business strategy, assigning roles and tasks to dedicated team members based on their strengths and abilities Meet and exceed organizational goals through optimal utilization of personnel and resources Partner with production department in managing workflow and ensuring that employees understand their responsibilities and delegated tasks. Monitor team productivity and provide performance evaluations, constructive feedback, mentorship, and disciplinary action when necessary.

Focused on the principles of business management, finance, marketing, and organizational behavior. The course emphasizes analytical thinking, strategic planning, and operational efficiency across various business functions. It provides strong foundational knowledge in economics, accounting, business law, and human resource management, preparing graduates for leadership and administrative roles in diverse industries.

Ceramic Engineering is a specialized field within materials science and engineering focused on the design, development, and processing of inorganic, non-metallic materials, primarily ceramics. It involves studying the physical, thermal, and chemical behavior of these materials under various conditions. Key areas include raw materials and mineralogy (clay, feldspar, silica, alumina), ceramic processing techniques such as molding, pressing, casting, and glazing, and thermal treatments like drying, firing, and sintering. Students gain deep knowledge of structure-property relationships (microstructure, porosity, hardness), and explore advanced ceramics used in electronics, aerospace, and biomedical fields. Emphasis is also placed on quality control, testing methods, and understanding ceramic plant operations and machinery. The curriculum often extends to glass and refractory technology, preparing graduates for diverse roles in manufacturing, R&D, and plant management.

While the school operates without a dedicated playground, library, or computer facilities, it provides basic infrastructure including classrooms and rooms for non-teaching activities. Despite some limitations in physical amenities and utilities such as electricity and water supply, the school continues to serve the local community by offering foundational education in a structured academic environment. Efforts towards further development could significantly enhance learning opportunities and student well-being in the future.