Jibanendu Tripathy
Cuttack,OR
Summary
Metallurgical engineer with 17 years of progressive experience in the stainless steel industry, specializing in Quality Assurance, Inspection, Digitization Initiatives, and Strategic Projects. Proven expertise in slab & coil inspection, process optimization, BIS compliance, and Smart Factory 4.0 initiatives. Recognized for leading cross-functional teams, implementing advanced inspection systems, and driving business improvement projects to enhance product quality and customer satisfaction. Trusted leader, mentor, and collaborator known for balancing technical depth with people-oriented leadership.
Overview
17
17
years of professional experience
4
4
Certifications
1
1
Language
Work History
Deputy General Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
04.2024 - Current
- Lead QA function across Steel Melting Shop, Hot Strip Mill, Plate Finishing Shop, and CRM Complex.
- Drive digitization initiatives: PPDS (as Lead MES for Operation & Quality), Plant Control Tower (Smart Factory 4.0, as a SPOC QA), Sync-Q (AI initiatives for QA), Slab Surface Inspection System (technical evaluation among SAPOTECH, RAMON, HOLEEP), Quality Module along with Predictive models (technical evaluation among TPQC by Primetals, QES by SMS Group)
- Manage sourced slab quality, providing performance insights to Finance and suppliers.
- Coordinate with Marketing, Legal, and ISSDA for BIS compliance, standards formulation, and certification.
- Responsible for CAPEX planning (QA equipment across Mundra, Kharagpur, Jajpur).
- Mentor DETs/GETs through structured training and on-job exposure.
- Key Achievements:
- Led successful PPDS implementation in Hisar unit (Go Live for entire unit) and Smart Factory initiatives for SMS at Jajpur unit.
Associate General Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
04.2021 - 03.2024
- Lead QA function across Steel Melting Shop, Hot Strip Mill and Plate Finishing Shop.
- Drive digitization initiatives: Lead QA for both Jajpur & Hisar unit for MES activities for PPDS project, Leading QA in identifying parameters to be captured & covered under Plant Control Tower (Smart Factory 4.0) from Quality Assurance & Process Control point of view.
- Manage sourced slab quality, providing performance insights to Finance and suppliers.
- Coordinate with Marketing, Legal, and ISSDA for BIS compliance, standards formulation, and certification.
- Responsible for CAPEX planning (QA equipment across Mundra, Kharagpur, Jajpur).
- Visiting Customers to address customer complaints and also as a proactive step to understand their pain area
- Mentor DETs/GETs through structured training and on-job exposure.
- Key Achievements:
- Identified key projects to be carried out for department & organisation as a part of Digitalisation journey for next 5 years.
- Optimized CTQs at CRM in AP lines along with improving productivity & without compromising Quality
- Established logic for mapping product as per the
- Played key role from Quality for entire organisation in successful investigations of Anti dumping by Europe
Senior Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
04.2017 - 03.2021
- Managed QA for Technical Services, Mechanical & Metallurgical Testing Lab, MTC, and Third-Party Inspections.
- Handled customer complaints (export & domestic) and implemented corrective actions.
- Ensured compliance with BIS and international standards (ASTM/ASME/DIN/JIS).
- Responsible for CAPEX planning (new Building & Equipment)
- Coordinated with IT/SAP teams for QA improvement projects.
- Achievements:
- Established new QA & R&D Lab setup.
- Secured BIS, JIS, BV Marine, and NABL accreditations for testing laboratory.
- Streamlined MTC issuance process, reducing turnaround time.
Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
04.2014 - 03.2017
- Led customer complaint analysis, internal audits, and BIS compliance.
- Led securing multiple BIS licenses for stainless & carbon steel grades.
Associate Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
07.2009 - 03.2014
- Managed inspection & disposition at Steckel Mill, HR Slitter.
- Conducted feasibility studies & released trial plans for JSL Jajpur.
- Supported erection & commissioning of Automatic Ultrasonic Testing.
- Achievements:
- Optimized CTQs at WBF, Roughing & Steckel mills at Hisar.
- Successful Hot rolling of Duplex grade at Hisar.
- Executed first nuclear project order (BARC) at Jajpur.
Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET)
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
07.2008 - 06.2009
- Hands-on training in QA, inspection, and hot rolling processes.
- Awarded Second Best GET during training at JSL Hisar.
Education
B.Tech - Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
NIT Rourkela
12th - undefined
Kendriya Vidyalaya Cuttack
10th - undefined
Kendriya Vidyalaya Cuttack
Skills
Quality Assurance & Control
Inspection & Disposition (Slabs, Coils, Plates)
Smart Factory 40 & Digitization Initiatives (PPDS, Sync-Q, SIS Integration)
BIS, ISO & JIS Certifications & Compliance
Strategic Planning & CAPEX for QA Equipment
Process Optimization & CTQ Management
Customer Complaint Handling & Feedback Analysis
Team Leadership, Training & Mentorship
Certification
BV Certified Lead Auditor – ISO 9001
Accomplishments
- Optimization of CTQs at WBF, Roughing Mill, and Steckel Mill for multiple stainless steel grades.
- Led erection & commissioning of Automatic Ultrasonic Testing system at JSL
- Executed the first nuclear project order at Jajpur for BARC, meeting stringent quality requirements.
- Established a new QA & R&D lab setup for mechanical and metallurgical testing of stainless steel products.
Work Availability
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Timeline
Deputy General Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
04.2024 - Current
Associate General Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
04.2021 - 03.2024
Senior Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
04.2017 - 03.2021
Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
04.2014 - 03.2017
Associate Manager – Quality
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
07.2009 - 03.2014
Graduate Engineer Trainee (GET)
Jindal Stainless Ltd.
07.2008 - 06.2009
12th - undefined
Kendriya Vidyalaya Cuttack
10th - undefined
Kendriya Vidyalaya Cuttack
B.Tech - Metallurgical & Materials Engineering
NIT Rourkela