Rajesh Kannan Rajaram
Head Plant Operation @Tiger Foods India
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WORK HISTORY
Head Plant Operation @Tiger Foods India
Chennai, IN
Plant Operations ManagementLead end-to-end operations of the manufacturing plant, ensuring smooth production, quality output, and optimal utilization of resources.Develop and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs) to enhance productivity and efficiency.Monitor daily, weekly, and monthly production targets, taking corrective actions to eliminate bottlenecks.2. Team Leadership & Workforce ManagementManage and mentor cross-functional teams including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics.Foster a culture of discipline, accountability, safety, and continuous improvement among plant staff.Conduct regular reviews, training programs, and engagement activities to enhance team capability and morale.3. Safety & ComplianceEnsure 100% adherence to statutory safety regulations, food safety norms, and environmental standards.Implement systems like Maintenance Work Permits and workplace safety protocols.Lead audits and inspections, addressing gaps proactively.4. Quality AssuranceCoordinate with the QA team to ensure product quality meets both internal standards and customer expectations.Drive initiatives for reducing quality rejections, product complaints, and enhancing traceability.5. Process Improvement & Cost OptimizationIdentify opportunities for process improvements and implement lean manufacturing practices.Lead projects to reduce waste, minimize downtime, and optimize energy and resource consumption.Monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) and initiate corrective/preventive actions.6. Capex & Project ExecutionDrive implementation of new machines, technology upgrades, and plant expansion projects.Oversee commissioning, trials, and handover of new equipment to operations.7. Stakeholder CoordinationCollaborate with supply chain, R&D, sales, and procurement teams to align plant output with business goals.Maintain vendor relationships for spares, consumables, and services.
EDUCATION
CPD CERTIFICATE
BBSM - BEHAVIOR BASED SAFETY MANAGEMENT , SAFETY MANAGEMENT
Fostac Certificate
Food Safety Supervisor , Food Safety
CPD Certificate
ISO 14001:2015 Environment Management System, ENVIRONMENTAL MANAGEMENT SYSTEM
GREEN WORLD TRAINING INSTUITE
FIRST AID AT WORK, FIRST AID
GREEN WORLD TRAINING INSTUITE
ESSENTIALS FIRE SAFETY MANAGEMENT , FIRE SAFETY
VITAL COUNCIL OF VOCATIONAL FOR RESARCH TRAINING INSTITUITE
PG DIPLOMA FOOD SAFETY AND QUALITY MANAGEMENT , FOOD SAFETY QUALITY MANAGEMENT
CPD certificate courese
HACCP LEVEL 2 FOOD SAFETY MANAGEMENT SYSTEM , Manufacturing in Food Production
ABOUT RAJESH KANNAN RAJARAM
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