RAVINDRA GUDAPATI
DGM INSTRUMENTATION
Hyderabad,TG
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Results-driven Deputy General Manager (Instrumentation) with over 33 years of experience in Instrumentation Maintenance, Process Control, and Quality Management. Expertise in developing innovative maintenance strategies and ensuring the availability of critical equipment and spares. Proven ability to lead large teams, implement strategic product planning, and enhance operational performance. Strong communicator adept at collaborating across teams to achieve organizational goals.
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years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy General Manager (Instrumentation)
M/s. Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
Visakhapatnam
11.2019 - 03.2025
- Providing strategic leadership and direction to the instrumentation department.
- Leading the design, development, and implementation of instrumentation.
- Oversaw day-to-day operations, ensuring efficient and effective delivery of instrumentation services.
- Collaborating with engineering teams to integrate instrumentation solutions into overall project designs.
- Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations in instrumentation design and implementation.
- Developing and implementing preventive maintenance programs for instrumentation systems.
- Overseeing troubleshooting activities to identify and address issues promptly.
- Developing and managing the budget for the instrumentation department.
- Optimizing resource allocation to meet project timelines and financial targets.
- Identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising quality and safety.
- Implemented reliability-centered maintenance strategies to optimize performance of instrumentation systems.
- Oversaw quality, environment, safety, and energy management for instrumentation department, promoting continuous improvement.
- Key Deliverables as a Deputy General Manager (Instrumentation):
Assistant General Manager (Instrumentation)
M/s. Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
Visakhapatnam
06.2009 - 11.2019
- Key Deliverables as an Assistant General Manager (Instrumentation):
- Led the design and implementation of instrumentation and control systems.
- Collaborated with engineering teams to integrate instrumentation solutions into overall project designs.
- Oversaw maintenance activities for instrumentation systems to ensure optimal performance and minimize downtime.
- Oversaw maintenance activities for instrumentation systems.
- Implemented preventive maintenance strategies to strengthen system reliability and reduce unexpected failures.
- Implemented and maintained quality assurance processes for instrumentation projects.
- Implemented and maintain quality assurance processes for instrumentation projects.
- Led instrumentation projects from initiation to completion, ensuring delivery within scope and aligned with project goals.
- Led instrumentation projects from initiation to completion.
- Developed project plans, set milestones, and monitor project progress.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to ensure successful project outcomes.
Senior Manager (Instrumentation)
M/s. Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
Visakhapatnam
06.2005 - 06.2009
- Oversaw the implementation of instrumentation projects from initiation to completion.
- Coordinated cross-departmental collaboration to execute instrumentation initiatives effectively.
- Implemented preventive maintenance strategies to enhance system reliability.
- Identified and implemented system optimization opportunities to enhance operational efficiency.
- Developed and managed the budget for the instrumentation department.
- Optimized resource allocation for projects, balancing cost-effectiveness and quality.
- Implemented cost-saving measures that maintained project goals and quality standards.
- Key Deliverables as a Senior Manager (Instrumentation):
Manager (Instrumentation)
M/s. Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
Visakhapatnam
12.2000 - 06.2005
- Led planning and execution of instrumentation projects to align with project goals.
- Collaborated with team to achieve timely project delivery and optimize workflows.
- Implemented preventive maintenance strategies to enhance system reliability.
- Supported design and development of instrumentation and control systems to enhance functionality.
- Coordinated troubleshooting efforts to identify and resolve issues promptly.
- Ensured compliance with industry standards and specifications.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to integrate instrumentation solutions into project designs.
- Worked closely with the team to ensure timely and efficient project delivery.
- Key Deliverables as a Manager (Instrumentation):
Senior Sales Executive/Branch Incharge
M/s. Linkwell Electronics Pvt. Ltd.
Secunderabad
07.1991 - 12.1991
Customer Support Executive
M/s. Pragathi Computers Pvt. Ltd.
Visakhapatnam
04.1989 - 07.1989
Education
MBA - Marketing Management
04.2001 -
in Collaboration with University of Wisconsin, White Water
Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (B.E) - Electronics & Communication Engineering
10-1988
now MNIT, JAIPUR
Skills
Instrumentation management
Quality assurance
Process optimization
Operations management
Inventory Management
Data Analytics
Workforce planning
Project coordination
EXTRA CURRICULAR ACTIVITIES
Secured numerous Awards for Seminars & Paper Presentations on various topics ranging from Marketing of Consumer Durables to Middle Income Groups / Lower Middle Income Groups. Functioned as Student Coordinator for Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati for SPIC – MACAY, Tirupati Chapter during 1989 – 1991 Won Prizes for creating the Best Marketing / Advertising Program for Rural Women Education at BIM Trichy in 1990 School Cricket Team at Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1, Visakhapatnam. Sri Venkateswara University College Cricket Team in the Inter District Cricket Competition. Represented School of Business Management, Sri Venkateswara University in the Inter Business Management Schools Competitions held at BIM Trichy, School of Management, Pondicherry & NIT Trichy. Secured numerous Awards for Seminars & Paper Presentations on various topics ranging from Marketing of Consumer Durables to Middle Income Groups / Lower Middle Income Groups. Functioned as Student Coordinator for Sri Venkateswara University, Tirupati for SPIC – MACAY, Tirupati Chapter during 1989 – 1991 Won Prizes for creating the Best Marketing / Advertising Program for Rural Women Education at BIM Trichy in 1990 School Cricket Team at Kendriya Vidyalaya No.1, Visakhapatnam. Sri Venkateswara University College Cricket Team in the Inter District Cricket Competition. Represented School of Business Management, Sri Venkateswara University in the Inter Business Management Schools Competitions held at BIM Trichy, School of Management, Pondicherry & NIT Trichy.
Certification
Six Sigma Green Belt Training
WORKSHOP ATTENDED
- TQM conducted by ODI Inc. of USA.
- ISO 9000 Training and Implementation by BVQI.
- EMS 14000 Training and Implementation by BVQI
- OHSAS 18000 Training and Implementation by BVQI
- Value Engineering by NITIE, Mumbai.
- Reliability Centered Maintenance by NITIE, Mumbai.
- Team Building by Dr. Vishwesar, N.Delhi
- Managerial Effectiveness by Dr. Ratan Reddy, Hyderabad
- 5 ‘S’ Internal Auditor Training - Idea Management Training by James A Schwarz, Montrose, USA
- IPV6 Implementation – NIT Kurukshetra
DECLARATION
I declare that the information given above is true to the best of my knowledge G Ravindra Kumar Address for Communication: Flat No. G 03, Sri Dhanvi Marvel, Sri Dhanvi Street, Narsinghi Hyderabad 500075
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Timeline
Deputy General Manager (Instrumentation) - M/s. Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
11.2019 - 03.2025
Assistant General Manager (Instrumentation) - M/s. Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
06.2009 - 11.2019
Senior Manager (Instrumentation) - M/s. Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
06.2005 - 06.2009
School of Business Management (Sri Venkateswara University) - MBA, Marketing Management
04.2001 -
Manager (Instrumentation) - M/s. Visakhapatnam Steel Plant
12.2000 - 06.2005
Senior Sales Executive/Branch Incharge - M/s. Linkwell Electronics Pvt. Ltd.
07.1991 - 12.1991
Customer Support Executive - M/s. Pragathi Computers Pvt. Ltd.
04.1989 - 07.1989
Malaviya Regional Engineering College - Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (B.E), Electronics & Communication Engineering