Arul Mozhi Devan Padmanathan
Team Lead 3pl Last Mile and Warehouse Operations @GoBolt
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WORK HISTORY
Team Lead 3pl Last Mile and Warehouse Operations @GoBolt
Calgary, AB, CA
Led daily sortation and final-mile operations, coordinating associates and fleet operators while taking ownership to meet safety, accuracy, and productivity KPIs in a high-volume environment.• Improved labor utilization by tracking performance metrics for 10+ associates per shift, integrating communication between the WH team and HR agency for 1-day staffing requests based on performance, reducing idle time by 15–20%.• Scaled operations 5× during peak season by planning multiple mid-mile scenarios and strengthened operational reliability without closed-loop impact by sustaining high associate productivity under tight timelines and fluctuating volumes.• Delivered ~$125K in annualized cost savings by implementing a more efficient truck utilization method during the YEG market launch without compromising safety or throughput.
EDUCATION
Indian Institute of Technology Gandhinagar
Bachelor of Technology (BTech), Chemical Engineering
University of Alberta
Doctor of Philosophy - PhD, Chemical Engineering
ABOUT ARUL MOZHI DEVAN PADMANATHAN
Chemical Engineer with expertise in catalysis, process engineering for high-temperature pyrolysis and fermentation. Process Development- Led bio-hydrogen process development from lab to pilot scale, increasing Technology Readiness Level from 2 to 4- Conducted sensitivity analysis and steady-state process modeling to evaluate the feasibility of enhancing Renewable Natural Gas production from anaerobic digestion- Designed and prototyped a fluidized catalytic adsorption bed, improving fermentation conversion by 15% through effective acid separation, demonstrating feasibility for process intensification- Managed technical teams and mentored 3 Co-op students, resulting in successful project outcomes and advanced technical skills. Research & Innovation- Guided research initiatives leading to 6 journal publications and presentations at 4 conferences- Specialized in reaction kinetics, catalysis, pyrolysis, and polymer modeling- Skilled in analytical methods such as SEM, TGA, and optical surface tensiometry for rigorous data analysis. Data-Driven Decision Making- Proficient in data analysis and simulation tools, including Python, ProMax, DWSIM, and MATLAB- Published research leveraging machine learning to expedite solvent configuration predictions by 5x, enhancing data-driven insights for optimized process designs. Project Management- Certified Associate in Project Management from PMI- Negotiated IP contracts with university and engineering partners, contributing to a robust IP strategy- Delivered on project scope, schedule, and budget, securing $30k in funding from Enbridge Gas and federal grants, driving technological advancements.
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