ARDHI SHANMUKH RAO

Responsible for ensuring uninterrupted facility operations by maintaining critical engineering systems, implementing preventive maintenance strategies, managing service partners, ensuring statutory compliance, and delivering safe, efficient, and cost-effective facility services with a target of achieving maximum uptime and seamless operations.

Key Responsibilities
1. Engineering Systems Operations & Maintenance
Ensure reliable operation and availability of all critical facility systems:
Electrical systems
HVAC systems
House keeping
Fire & Life Safety systems
Cafeteria equipment
Civil, carpentry, and building infrastructure works
Maintain high equipment reliability and minimize downtime through effective maintenance practices.
Ensure all preventive, predictive, and corrective maintenance activities are completed as per approved schedules.
Coordinate planned shutdowns and maintenance activities with OEMs and service partners.
2. Preventive Maintenance & Asset Management
Develop, implement, and monitor the 52-week Annual M&E Maintenance Plan
3. Operational Controls & Documentation
Ensure 100% implementation and continuous improvement of:
Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs)
Work Permit Systems
Lock Out Tag Out (LOTO) procedures
Risk Registers
Conduct periodic audits to ensure process adherence.
4. Statutory Compliance & Safety Management
Ensure compliance with all applicable statutory requirements, licenses, and approvals including:
Fire safety compliance
Coordinate fire drills, emergency preparedness programs, and safety awareness initiatives.
Support EHS implementation and monitoring as per established procedures.
Manage incident reporting, near-miss reporting, and corrective action tracking as per client SLA requirements.
5. Vendor & Contract Management
Manage OEMs, contractors, suppliers, and service providers to ensure:
Monitor Service Level Agreements (SLAs) and Key Performance Indicators (KPIs).
Evaluate vendor performance and develop a reliable vendor base for operational efficiency.
Coordinate procurement activities for engineering spares and services.
6. Facility Operations & Support Services
Oversee housekeeping operations and event management activities to maintain facility standards.
Coordinate with internal teams and external agencies for smooth facility operations.
7. Budget Planning & Cost Management
Provide technical inputs for preparation and management of:
CAPEX budgets
OPEX budgets
Monitor maintenance expenditure and ensure effective resource utilization.
8. Stakeholder & Builder Coordination
Conduct regular meetings with builders, contractors, and stakeholders
Ensure timely resolution of construction, defect liability, and facility-related issues.
9. Team Management & Training
Lead facility engineering teams and improve operational effectiveness.
Conduct training programs on:
Safety practices
Maintenance procedures
Best industry practices
Promote a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.
Key Performance Objectives
Achieve maximum facility uptime and service reliability.
Reduce equipment failures through proactive maintenance.
Ensure 100% statutory and safety compliance.

Production & Operations Management Responsibilities

Overall responsibility for production operations, dispatches, and effective coordination of PPC, Production, Quality, and Maintenance functions.
Planning and execution of daily, weekly, and monthly production activities in alignment with business targets and delivery commitments.
Driving continuous improvement initiatives through change management, Lean manufacturing practices, process optimization, and development of best practices.
Conducting resource planning to optimize manpower and machine utilization, minimize waste, improve productivity, and enhance profitability.
Leading improvement projects including Quality Circles, Kaizen initiatives, OEE improvement programs, and Corrective & Preventive Actions (CAPA).
Managing customer complaints by registering issues, performing root cause analysis, implementing corrective actions, and providing timely feedback to customers.
Monitoring and controlling shop floor consumable costs and contract/service expenses.
Ensuring accurate preparation, maintenance, and control of production records, reports, and operational documentation.
Managing manufacturing operations for TPW (Table Pedestal Wall) and Ceiling Fans, ensuring quality, efficiency, and timely delivery.

Ensure a safe working environment by driving a Zero Accident culture across the workshop and ensuring compliance with all safety standards.
Plan and execute daily production activities in alignment with approved daily, weekly, and monthly production plans.
Monitor production processes, identify bottlenecks, and adjust production schedules to achieve delivery and productivity targets.
Develop, update, implement, and ensure strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Analyze key production performance indicators including:
Shop floor rejections
Rework levels
Machine downtime
Productivity performance
Process efficiency

Production Planning & Control Responsibilities

Manage and maintain total order input, converting customer requirements into monthly, weekly, and daily production plans.
Prepare detailed machine scheduling across all production sections to ensure optimum resource utilization.
Develop delivery schedules aligned with customer requirements and committed timelines.
Plan and coordinate raw material and consumable requirements through timely indenting.
Maintain continuous coordination with Marketing, Purchase, Stores, and Production teams for smooth operations.
Monitor and maintain productivity records, machine utilization reports, downtime analysis, and rejection records.

Manage and control total order input, translating customer requirements into effective monthly, weekly, and daily production plans.
Prepare detailed machine-wise production schedules across all manufacturing sections to ensure optimum capacity utilization and smooth workflow.
Develop and monitor delivery schedules in alignment with customer commitments and required timelines.
Plan raw material, consumables, and resource requirements through timely material indenting and coordination with relevant departments.
Maintain continuous coordination with Marketing, Purchase, Stores, Quality, and Production teams to ensure seamless operational execution.
Monitor and analyze key production performance indicators, including productivity reports, machine utilization, downtime analysis, and rejection trends.
Support continuous improvement initiatives by identifying process gaps and improving production efficiency.