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Narasimha Prabhu

Bengaluru

Summary

Accomplished Chemical Engineer with over 14 years of experience, including a pivotal role at Biocon Ltd, where I enhanced production efficiency and mentored junior engineers. Skilled in process automation and system life cycle management, I excel in optimizing chemical processes and developing cost-effective solutions. My leadership has fostered team collaboration and innovation, significantly improving project outcomes.

Overview

14
14
years of professional experience

Work History

Chemical Engineer With 14 Year Experience

Biocon Ltd
03.2022 - Current
  • Improved production efficiency by optimizing chemical processes and implementing innovative solutions.
  • Troubleshot complex issues within chemical processes, identifying root causes of problems and swiftly implementing effective resolutions.
  • Mentored junior engineers, helping them develop their skills in chemical engineering principles and best practices.
  • Developed cost-effective solutions for complex engineering challenges, maximizing return on investment for projects.
  • Optimized chemical formulations for enhanced performance in various applications.
  • Prepared standard operating procedures (SOPs) documents for incoming personnel.

Production Manager

Westek Ltd
02.2021 - 03.2022
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Managed multiple projects concurrently, ensuring timely completion and meeting budget constraints.
  • Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
  • Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
  • Reviewed work for quality and compliance with company standards and design specifications.
  • Delivered direct feedback to senior management regarding project visibility and status.
  • Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
  • Coordinated with sales and marketing departments to align production schedules with demand forecasts, maximizing both efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Sr Deputy Manager

CCL Products India Ltd
09.2019 - 01.2021
  • Developed strong relationships with stakeholders to facilitate smooth communication and project completion.
  • Enhanced employee performance by providing regular feedback, coaching, and training opportunities.
  • Created and maintained a strong team culture that promoted high levels of collaboration, employee satisfaction, and overall performance.
  • Liaised with team members, stakeholders and vendors to coordinate activities, provisioning, environment setup, risk mitigation and follow-up.

Assistant Manager

Dr Reddy's Laboratories CTO 6
08.2014 - 08.2019

Provide Technical support during investigation of batch failures & Carry out Root Cause Analysis for nonconformity and take appropriate CAPA

Providing Automation support during project and process development

Carrying out GxP assessment,GAMP categorization of new equipment,Document Life cycle management ,Computer system validation for DCS and stand alone systems


Product Executive

Cipla Ltd
05.2012 - 07.2014
  • Streamlined product development process to shorten time-to-market and strengthen competitive advantage.

· Production planning and man power planning, raw material planning.

· Trouble shooting of plant problems and de-bottle necking the process.

· To prepare the basic and detailed engineering for new/expansion projects CAPEX and OPEX along with business case.

· Review of P&IDs and PFDs.

· Review of qualification documents for new /expansion projects, FAT execution and equipment procurement.

· Review of item list required for execution of new initiatives/modifications/improvements in existing

· Processes by coordinating with Projects/Engineering department

· Support the respective department personnel during execution of new initiatives/modifications/improvements in existing processes.

· Project management & Filing of new products ,Review of Development reports, conducting experiments for scale-up process and commercial launch of new products

Production Supervisor

Sami Labs
09.2011 - 04.2012
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.

Production Supervisor

AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
07.2010 - 07.2011
  • Evaluated existing production processes and identified areas for improvement.
  • Managed internal operational standards and productivity targets.
  • Trained staff of direct labor employees to perform assembly and manufacture of specified products.
  • Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
  • Mentored team members through regular feedback and performance evaluations, leading to professional growth and skill development.
  • Established clear priorities and production quality standards.
  • Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
  • Oversaw employee training initiatives to ensure all team members were proficient in company procedures, safety regulations, and job-specific tasks.

Education

MBA - Operations Management

ICFAI University
Tripura
02-2022

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering - Chemical Engineering

MVJ College of Engineering
Bengaluru, India
07-2010

Skills

    Computer system validation

    User requirement specification

    GxP assessment

    System Life cycle Management

    Process Automation

    Investigation OOS,OOT,deviation

    Project

    Equipment commissioning and qualification

Accomplishments

Received recognition for achieving Scale up of Peptide molecules, Commissioning of Lab scale Microwave reactor for commercial use for Peptide synthesis by providing safety DCS interlocks with proper assessment.

Scaling up Multipeptide, GLA projects to commercial batch.

LIMS implementation in production for sending IN-Process and FP samples

Digitalization of weighing balances across site.

Developed CSTR for product and improved cycle time

Timeline

Chemical Engineer With 14 Year Experience

Biocon Ltd
03.2022 - Current

Production Manager

Westek Ltd
02.2021 - 03.2022

Sr Deputy Manager

CCL Products India Ltd
09.2019 - 01.2021

Assistant Manager

Dr Reddy's Laboratories CTO 6
08.2014 - 08.2019

Product Executive

Cipla Ltd
05.2012 - 07.2014

Production Supervisor

Sami Labs
09.2011 - 04.2012

Production Supervisor

AstraZeneca Pharmaceuticals
07.2010 - 07.2011

MBA - Operations Management

ICFAI University

Bachelor of Chemical Engineering - Chemical Engineering

MVJ College of Engineering
Narasimha Prabhu