SRINIVASA RAO PASUPULETI
General Manager (Steel, Rolling Mills, Sinter Plant, Planning, ISO systems)
Visakhapatnam
Summary
Dynamic General Manager with extensive experience at Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, excelling in financial oversight and strategic planning. Proven track record in enhancing operational efficiency and fostering client relationships. Adept in project management and conflict resolution, driving business growth while maintaining budget-conscious practices. Recognized for innovative thought processes and effective team leadership.
Overview
36
36
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager(SP, Steel, Mills, RM,Planning,ISO)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
02.2025 - Current
- Additional Responsibility to manage Sinter Plant in resolving the operational Issues and putting on track
- Devising strategies & closely monitoring the progress of the revival of Sinter Plant .
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details to track progress towards organizational objectives accurately.
- Formulated procedures to streamline operations.
- Increased overall company efficiency by streamlining operations and implementing innovative managerial strategies
- Implemented effective cost-saving measures to reduce overhead expenses without compromising quality or service.
General Manager(Steel & Mills, RM, Planning, ISO)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
12.2024 - 02.2025
- Additional Responsibility of Managing Rolling Mills viz., Light Medium Merchant Mill, Wire Rod Mill-1, Medium Merchant and Strctural Mill, Wire Rod Mill-2, Special Bar Mill, Structural Mill.
- Additional Responsibility of Chief Management Representative for ISO Systems
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets, contract negotiations and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Closely monitoring the operations of the Rolling mills to improve the operational efficiency and aligning the activities towards achievement of organizational goals
General Manager (Steel, Raw Materials & Planning)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
06.2024 - 12.2024
- Additional Responsibility of Raw materials & Planning departments to align the activities to ensure sustainable & timely supply of raw materials meeting the organizational needs
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
- Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
Geeneral Manager (Steel)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
02.2024 - 06.2024
- Head of Steel Melting Shops 1 & 2
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
General Manager (SMS1) I/C
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
02.2022 - 02.2024
- Head of Steel Melting Shop 1
- Enhanced converter lining life of 10,000 heats, ensured 99% grade hit rate, optimized Ferro Alloys consumption, raised quality bar for high-end value added steels for better customer focus.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses and contract negotiations to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
General Manager (WRM2) I/C
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
04.2018 - 02.2022
- Head of High speed Siemens supplied Wire Rod Mill-2
- Achieved rated capacity within 6 months by aligning the available resources and motivating the team towards the organizational goals.
- Instrumental in Rolling of IS 2879, CO2, Boron grades and other high end value added wire rods with quality consistency.
- Reduced operational costs by 15% through in house cost reduction measures
- Instrumental implementation of ISO systems in Wire Rod Mill-2 and achieved ISO 50001, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001 Certifications.
- Cultivated strong relationships with clients, vendors, and partners to ensure long-term success and loyalty.
- Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
Mechanical In-Charge, WRM2
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
02.2010 - 02.2018
- Was part of project implementation and coordinated with Mecon , Fivestein, Primetals in erection and successful commissioning of the mill.
- Involved in developing and implementing detailed mitigation plans for thorough project implementation.
- Involved in developing and implementing detailed mitigation plans for thorough project implementation.
- Pivotal role in developing specifications of material and vendor development.
- Proactive approach adopted in dealing with equipment for enhanced mill availability
- Developed and managed a qualified team and process to maintain all equipment and facilities in a safe and efficient working condition
- Establish and maintain department performance metrics to ensure efficient execution of maintenance support function.
- Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations, and contract details.
Mechanical In-Charge, MMSM
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
06.1995 - 02.2010
- Coordinated with Zdas in erection and commissioning of the mill.
- Was part of fluid system erection and commissioning and coordinated with Mill builders.
- Developed spare part management system and maintenance management systems.
- Instrumental in turnaround of the Mill production levels to the rated levels with improved mill availability.
- Developed multiple programs in multiple facilities to include Preventive Maintenance, Predictive Maintenance, TPM, CMMS, Reliability Maintenance and Audit systems.
Junior Manager (WRM)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
04.1989 - 06.1995
- Shift in charge of SMS-Morgan Wire Rod Rolling mill
- Anticipated, recognize and assess situations quickly and organizes resources to take appropriate action for ensuring the equipment availability for production.
- Developed and managed a qualified team and process to maintain all equipment and facilities in a safe and efficient working condition.
- To provide effective production support in the form of TPM.
Education
MBA - Finance
Andhra University
Visakhapatnam, India 04.2001 -
Master of Science - Propulsion Engineering
IIT-B
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
GITAM, Andhra University
Visakhapatnam, India 04.2001 -
Skills
Critical Thinking & Decisive Decision making
Efficiency Improvement
Time Management & Communication Skills
Project management
Group Dynamics Management
Versatile and Trustworthy
Innovative Thought Processes
Conflict Resolution
Budget-Conscious Inventory Oversight
Business Development Strategies
Customer Engagement Strategies
Accomplishments
1. Erection, Commissioning, operation & Maintenance of 2-Strand High Speed Siemens Wire Rod Mill & Zdas make Medium Merchant & Structural Mill & bringing them to rated capacities within 6 months of commissioning.
Trainings
1. Trained in Leadership& Strategic Management - IIM, Kozhokode
2. Trained in High Speed Wire Rod Mill Operation & Maintenance - Primetals, USA
3. Trained in Industrial hydraulics and Structural Mill - ZDAZ, Czech Repulic
4. Trained in Advanced Hydraulics - Rexroth, Germany
Awards
1. Prestigious Jawaralal Nehru award for sincerity and dedication , VSP, RINL
2. Two Silver Medals For innovative suggestions leading to process efficiency and productivity , VSP, RINL.
3. Par excellent award in Quality Circles-NCQC-08 in Kanpur
4. Par excellent award in Quality Circles -CCQC-08 in Vodadara
5. Bronze medal for creative work in People Processes Productivity convention, Kodaikanal
6. Excellent award in Quality Circles-NCQC-06
Timeline
General Manager(SP, Steel, Mills, RM,Planning,ISO)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
02.2025 - Current
General Manager(Steel & Mills, RM, Planning, ISO)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
12.2024 - 02.2025
General Manager (Steel, Raw Materials & Planning)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
06.2024 - 12.2024
Geeneral Manager (Steel)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
02.2024 - 06.2024
General Manager (SMS1) I/C
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
02.2022 - 02.2024
General Manager (WRM2) I/C
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
04.2018 - 02.2022
Mechanical In-Charge, WRM2
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
02.2010 - 02.2018
MBA - Finance
Andhra University
04.2001 -
Master of Science - Propulsion Engineering
IIT-B
04.2001 -
Bachelor of Science - Mechanical Engineering
GITAM, Andhra University
04.2001 -
Mechanical In-Charge, MMSM
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
06.1995 - 02.2010
Junior Manager (WRM)
Visakhapatnam Steel Plant, RINL
04.1989 - 06.1995
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