Elavarasan Anbalagan

About Elavarasan Anbalagan

Operational Excellence professional with 24+ years of experience in driving…

Experience

1. Operational Excellence Lead

   Dr. Reddy's Laboratories

   Aug 2020 — Present · Visakhapatnam, IN

   Strategized and successfully implemented Operational Excellence programs, driving significant performance improvements across the organization at Dr. Reddy’s Laboratories.• Reduced batch charging frequency by 25% in critical commercial products through de-bottlenecking and Lean techniques, optimizing process flow and production efficiency.• Trained and mentored over 120 professionals, guiding them through Yellow Belt and Green Belt projects worth ₹22 Crores, while fostering a culture of continuous improvement.• Developed and executed comprehensive change management roadmaps, ensuring smooth transitions and enhanced team engagement across various departments.• Led the Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) rollout, improving equipment reliability, reducing downtime, and driving quality improvements in manufacturing operations.• Managed and executed high-impact projects, ensuring optimal use of resources and achieving desired outcomes in operational efficiency, cost reduction, and quality enhancement.• Drove cross-departmental cooperation to implement Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM methodologies, aligning organizational goals and operational strategies.• Championed initiatives that improved productivity, reduced lead times, and optimized manufacturing processes, contributing to long-term business success and operational sustainability.Specialties:Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Operational Excellence, TPM, Change Management, Process Optimization, Project Management, Team Leadership, Continuous Improvement, Cost Reduction.

Education

• Trust Institute of Fisheries Technology and Marine Engineering

  Diploma in Engineering

• SRM University

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech

  2011 — 2014

• Indian Institute of Management Nagpur

  Executive MBA

  2022 — 2023