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Work History
Education
Skills
Certification
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Accomplishments
Publications
Training
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Jaganathan Krishnasamy

Visakhapatnam

Summary

Dynamic operations leader with a proven track record at Coromandel International Ltd., excelling in EHS compliance and strategic planning. Achieved significant production enhancements, driving efficiency from 75% to 90%. Adept at team building and project management, drive a culture of continuous improvement and TQM operational excellence.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification

Work History

AVP– Operations (Head of Operations)

Coromandel International Ltd.
Visakhapatnam
07.2018 - Current
  • Oversaw operations for three sulphuric acid plants and two phosphoric acid plants, ensuring optimal performance.
  • Managed safety, health, and environmental protocols in manufacturing sections of Vizag unit.
  • Executed business excellence initiatives, including 5S and Total Quality Management.
  • Developed production budgets encompassing conversion costs and efficiency metrics.
  • Coordinated production plans with maintenance and commercial teams for effective product distribution.
  • Planned and executed annual turnarounds across all sections to maintain operational integrity.
  • Reviewed safety, environmental compliance, production plans, and efficiency metrics daily.
  • Facilitated collaboration with commercial and R&D teams for new rock phosphate trials.

Senior Manager – Production

Foskor (Pty) Ltd.
02.2011 - 05.2018
  • Managed production of 2300 MT per day of phosphoric acid and 6600 tons per day of sulphuric acid plants.
  • Formulated operational and Capex budgets, achieving daily production and safety targets.
  • Coordinated with maintenance department for effective plant operations, including preventive maintenance.
  • Streamlined annual shutdowns through comprehensive planning and monitoring strategies.
  • Developed systems for process preventive maintenance like plant wash cycles and scrubber cleaning.
  • Chaired department safety committee, implementing systems for safety improvements.
  • Executed de-bottlenecking of old concentration section to enhance productivity.
  • Led tank maintenance program, collaborating with maintenance department for optimal outcomes.

Directeur Adjoint- Site Acides

Industries Chimiques Du Senegal
08.2008 - 12.2010
  • Managed production of 2,100 MT daily across phosphoric acid and sulfuric acid plants and 21 MW power plant.
  • Conducted business plan mapping, budget estimation, and production planning supervision.
  • Coordinated with maintenance department for smooth operations, including preventive maintenance and inspection reviews.
  • Mentored team in annual shutdown planning and execution for optimal efficiency.
  • Led development of systems and review mechanisms to enhance operational effectiveness.

Graduate Engineer Trainee / Associate Manager

Sterlite Industries India Ltd.
, Tamil Nadu
08.1996 - 07.2008
  • Achieved Best Employee Award twice for outstanding performance and leadership.
  • Received management recognition for adherence to environmental standards in Phosphoric Acid Plant.
  • Introduced and executed 3S methodology in Phosphoric Acid Plant alongside energy conservation initiatives.
  • Actively participated in Vennin Committee, enhancing understanding of Total Productive Maintenance concepts.
  • Contributed to Water and Energy Conservation Team in Smelter Complex, promoting sustainable practices.
  • Increased P2O5 recovery from 96% to 97.5% through targeted improvement strategies.
  • Elevated plant efficiency from 75% to 90% by leading various TQM projects.
  • Developed and launched Phosphate Oversize Particles Crushing and Reuse Project independently.

Education

B.Tech. - Chemical

Coimbatore Institute of Technology
India
01.1996

Skills

  • EHS compliance
  • Production Planning & Control
  • Operations Management
  • Strategic planning, Process Enhancement
  • Quality Assurance
  • Project Management
  • Statutory Compliance
  • Team Building & Leadership
  • Plant Administration
  • TQM Process
  • Process Safety Management

Certification

  • Certificate Course in Piping Design & Engineering from IIT, Mumbai in 1999
  • Certified BOE (Boiler Operations Engineer) from Indian Boiler Regulation, Tamil Nadu Government
  • SLDP Senior Leadership Development program at ISB, Hyderabad, India

Languages

English, Tamil

Accomplishments

  • Performed commissioning of:
  • 400 MTPD of Phosphoric Acid Plant in 1999
  • De-bottlenecking Project 600 – 750 MTPD of Phosphoric Acid Plant in 2008
  • Tail Gas Scrubber in Sulphuric Acid Plant with Double Alkali caustic regeneration system in 2007
  • Metallurgical Sulphuric Acid Plant – II in Oct 2004 (2100 MT Capacity)
  • Pre commissioning and commissioning of Phosphoric acid Plant 700 MTPD in 2019
  • Pre commissioning and commissioning of Sulfuric acid plant 1650 MTPD in 2023

Publications

ASQ (American Society for Quality) Presentation at Houston, USA, May'08 – TQM Team; adjudged among top rankers in India by acquiring 12th rank in the competition

Training

  • Finance for Non-Finance Executives
  • Training on Contracts Management
  • Lead Auditor Training Program in OSHAS 18001
  • Behavior based safety

Plant Visits & Overseas Assignments

  • Identifying & Implementing Impurities Handling Projects for Sterlite Industries from PAN Pacific Copper, Japan, 2005
  • Gas Cleaning Plant for Sterlite Industries from CODELCO, Copper Smelter, Chile, 2006
  • IJC, Fertilizer plant, Jordon, 2008

Timeline

AVP– Operations (Head of Operations)

Coromandel International Ltd.
07.2018 - Current

Senior Manager – Production

Foskor (Pty) Ltd.
02.2011 - 05.2018

Directeur Adjoint- Site Acides

Industries Chimiques Du Senegal
08.2008 - 12.2010

Graduate Engineer Trainee / Associate Manager

Sterlite Industries India Ltd.
08.1996 - 07.2008

B.Tech. - Chemical

Coimbatore Institute of Technology

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