VP Durga Prasath

• Strategic leader driving operational excellence across Vikram Solar’s manufacturing ecosystem, with a focus on scaling production capabilities, enhancing process efficiency, and embedding sustainability into core operations. Spearheading end-to-end manufacturing initiatives for solar PV modules and systems, while aligning plant performance with global quality standards and cost optimization goals. Known for fostering high-performance teams, leveraging Industry 4.0 technologies, and delivering transformative results in throughput, yield, and energy efficiency.
• With over 28+ years of experience in manufacturing, supply chain, engineering, and Industrialization management, I have developed and implemented effective processes, systems, and methods to ensure quality, efficiency, and sustainability in all aspects of operations.

• As the Business Head of Manufacturing, I am responsible for leading and directing all aspects of the company’s manufacturing division. Overseeing the strategic vision, operational efficiency, technology identification, transfer, and overall performance of the electrolyzer manufacturing business unit by driving innovation, maximizing profitability, and ensuring customer satisfaction while maintaining high standards of quality, safety, and reliability. I am excited to be part of creating a sustainable environment for the current and future generations.

• Plant operations – The Extended Value Stream which encompasses activities in manufacturing operation by setting up the Brown field project for PEM Electrolyser India first Manufacturing Facility (Green Hydrogen)
• Inception of Manufacturing lines for System and Stack with FEOL/ MOL/ BEOL
• In-house Innovative Technology implementation for all layers of Stack Manufacturing.
• Strategical Deployment of Stack Process / POR / Quality Systems for PEM Electrolyser.
• In house Niche -Testing infra for PEM Validation and RTM
• Capacity Scaling up from 500 MW to 2 GW Green Hydrogen PEM Electrolyser Manufacturing facility.
• Deploying Sourcing Strategy for component in the Stacks within in the India Region
• Working toward the vision of 1-1-1

• Plant operations – The Extended Value Stream which encompasses activities in manufacturing operation.
• Managing 1500+ people in the 7 Global Manufacturing facility with a COGS of 1.0 MUSD/DAY (300MUSD)
• Strategic management in technology Innovation, plant utilization and push for healthy bottom-line.
• Advance Lean expert - Lean management system aiding Process Improvement, Cost Reduction & Continual development.
• Digital Transformation leader for SMART Manufacturing or ADVANCED Manufacturing set up
• Schneider Performance system adherence across the manufacturing location.
• Migrate all Factories to Advanced level in SPS.
• Lead Plant activities with respect to People Domain / Process Engineering / Logistics Supply Chain
• Lead Industrial Internet of things for SMART Factories
• Transform Training from activity based to process based through SBPS.
• Leading Transformation Engineering projects for factories across PAN INDIA

• Oversaw facilities management of 50-acre plant with $30 million capital investment.
• Managed annual OPEX of $1,200,000 effectively across various services.
• Enhanced efficiency at Dell India sites including one manufacturing unit and nine BPOs as Technical Program Manager.
• Steered execution of Dell Global Initiatives in Green Power and Utilities Cost Reduction for India region.

Led implementation of CMMS-based Maintenance System for India operations.

Directed BCRP related to business operations for facilities management.

• Achieved ICC Project Completion and Certification from VP Global Facilities.

Generated utilities cost savings of $650,000 across India regions.

• Served as Head of Workplace Resources with accountability of monitoring 210 acres facilities (including Plant Utilities / Transport / Canteen / Housekeeping / Projects); ensured smooth delivery of workplace services and the processes support delivery; ensured efficient delivery of risk-managed workplace services
• Excellent track record of planning & managing operational/non-complex workplace projects.
• Managed risks associated with production; provided workplace risk expertise to the factory management and crisis teams by developing KRA / BRP for the entire site
• Served as:

Customer Interface towards line managers to implement global workplace services and solutions to meet local customer needs.

Project Manager in small local workplace projects

• Managed techno-commercial operations, including procurement, inventory management via Maximo, and vendor development for obsolete products.
• Implemented cost reduction strategies through indigenous spare management and team training on Electronic PCB troubleshooting.
• Devised and monitored preventive maintenance schedules utilizing Maximo System.
• Developed procedures for emergency handling systems and ensured effective implementation across teams.
• Led diverse teams, including Maintenance Executives, Technicians, ERT, Loss Control Teams, CIT, and Health Guard.

Organized training sessions for Next Generation Leaders to build future leadership capacity.

Enhanced overall equipment effectiveness by optimizing line balancing and eliminating production bottlenecks.

• Managed complete maintenance of 11 KV substations, transformers, and power control centers.

Oversaw facilities including 1250 KVA DG sets, air compressor, LPG, nitrogen systems, WWTP, and RO water systems.

Maintained fire alarm systems with smoke detectors, pull stations, heat detectors, flow switches, and hydrants.

Liaised with Inspector of Factories for pressure vessel inspections and onsite emergency plans.

• Coordinated statutory requirements and safety committee activities, ensuring compliance with regulations.
• Executed electrical project valued at Rs. 1 Crore, involving new plant electrical works and equipment installation.
• Participated in benchmarking tour to Visteon Plants in Europe to enhance operational practices.
• Led team to achieve National Award for Excellence in Energy Management from CII.

Executed commissioning, pre-commissioning, audit, and HAZOP study for projects alongside HLL project team.

• Commissioned SCADA-based plant automation systems and MOR plant automation.
• Completed testing and calibration of SMART transmitters from Rosemount, Fisher, and Forbes.
• Operated dual loop controllers and utilized loop draw software for process optimization.

Successfully erected, installed, commissioned, and maintained 22 KV HT switch yard and power control center.

Managed operations of effluent treatment plant with capacity of 110 KL per day.

• Developed MIMIC and controls in SCADA system using Intellution FIX 32 Version 7.0.
• Oversaw programming and operations of PLC-based systems including AB SLC 5/03 and 5/04.