PRADEEP SINGH RAJPOOT
Bengalore
Summary
Results-oriented Quality Control and Assurance Manager with over 13 years of progressive experience in the lithium-ion battery, nanotechnology, petrochemical, and pharmaceutical industries. Skilled in managing greenfield projects, establishing and leading quality systems, laboratory setup, and process control in fast-paced production environments. Demonstrated expertise in developing analytical methodologies, ensuring ISO and regulatory compliance, and driving product excellence through cross-functional collaboration. Possesses deep domain knowledge in SWCNT, Li-ion battery materials (NMC, LFP, graphite, carbon black, electrolytes), and cutting-edge analytical instrumentation.
Overview
11
11
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Quality Manager – SWCNT Division
NoPo Nanotechnologies India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2024 - Current
- Spearheaded the development of quality control systems from scratch in a deep-tech SWCNT manufacturing startup.
- Devised advanced analytical protocols using TEM, AFM, Raman, UV-NIR, XRF, TGA, CHNS, ICP-OES to validate nanomaterials.
- Led lab operations, quality audits, supplier evaluation, and ISO 9001/17025 compliance initiatives.
- Promoted a culture of data-driven decision-making and continuous improvement.
- Supported R&D scale-up and collaborated on product standardization and customer specifications.
Assistant Manager – Quality
OLA Cell Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2023 - 11.2024
- Directed the creation and qualification of a cutting-edge analytical laboratory for Li-ion battery components.
- Set up standardized procedures and quality checks for evaluating cathode, anode, electrolyte, separator components.
- Led procurement and qualification of new lab instruments including GC, Sem,ICPMS, TGA, PSD ,BET XRF, and cyclers.
- Conducted audits to ensure supplier quality compliance.
- Conducted root cause analysis to identify critical issues.
Quality Executive – Carbon Materials
Epsilon Carbon Pvt. Ltd.
11.2022 - 02.2023
- Conducted QA/QC testing of carbon derivatives used in battery materials in accordance with ASTM and customer standards.
- Supported R&D by analyzing new grades of carbon additives and ensuring scale-up readiness.
- Managed laboratory workflow, reporting, and certification processes for product quality documentation.
Quality Chemist – Petroleum Products
Bharat Oman Refineries Ltd. (BORL)
08.2019 - 10.2021
- Performed routine and specialized testing of fuels and lubricants using ASTM/ISO methods.
- Ensured QMS adherence, conducted equipment calibration, and led internal audit preparations.
- Executed CAPA for non-conformities and collaborated with operations for process corrections.
Quality Analyst – RM & In-Process Testing
Reckitt Benckiser India Ltd.
06.2017 - 07.2019
- Conducted RM and in-process testing using GC, ICP-MS, and validated methods against pharmacopeial standards.
- Partnered with product development teams for method validation and scale-up support.
- Ensured batch release documentation and supported audit readiness across production lines.
QC Analyst – Pharmaceuticals
Sun Pharma Ltd.
01.2014 - 05.2017
- Executed raw and finished product analysis, following GMP and GLP standards.
- Specialized in chromatographic and elemental analysis for regulatory markets.
- Contributed to regulatory inspections and product stability studies.
Education
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - undefined
Jiwaji University
Gwalior01.2013
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Biotechnology
Jiwaji University
Gwalior01.2010
Skills
- Quality Assurance & Control
- ISO 9001
- ISO 17025
- IATF 16949
- Nanotechnology
- Li-ion Battery Chemistry
- Laboratory Setup & Management
- Analytical Techniques
- Raman
- TEM
- AFM
- ICP-OES/MS
- XRF
- CHNS
- UV-NIR
- 7 QC Tools
- MSA
- SPC
- 8D
- CAPA
- Root Cause Analysis
- Supplier Quality Management
- Audits
- KPI Tracking
- Coin Cell Fabrication
- Cycle Testing
- Battery Component Analysis
- Regulatory & Standards Compliance
- ASTM
- Leadership
- Team Development
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- SAP
- LIMS
- PPAP
- APQP
- FMEA
- Instrumentation
- SEM
- GC
- EDXRF
- PSD
Certification
- Six Sigma Black Belt
- ISO 9001:2015 Lead Auditor
- ISO 17025 (NABL) Compliance Training
Timeline
Quality Manager – SWCNT Division
NoPo Nanotechnologies India Pvt. Ltd.
11.2024 - Current
Assistant Manager – Quality
OLA Cell Technologies India Pvt. Ltd.
02.2023 - 11.2024
Quality Executive – Carbon Materials
Epsilon Carbon Pvt. Ltd.
11.2022 - 02.2023
Quality Chemist – Petroleum Products
Bharat Oman Refineries Ltd. (BORL)
08.2019 - 10.2021
Quality Analyst – RM & In-Process Testing
Reckitt Benckiser India Ltd.
06.2017 - 07.2019
QC Analyst – Pharmaceuticals
Sun Pharma Ltd.
01.2014 - 05.2017
Master of Science (M.Sc.) - undefined
Jiwaji University
Bachelor of Science (B.Sc.) - Biotechnology
Jiwaji University
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