KESAVAN RAMAMURRTY

• Leadership & Team Management : Oversaw operation, maintenance, and validation of critical utility systems, including Process Water, Purified Water, WFI Generation, Compressed Dry Air, Nitrogen Gas, Chilled Water, Cooling Water, and Hot Water systems.
• SME for Utility Systems : Provided technical expertise in troubleshooting, optimization, and improvements to ensure efficient and reliable utility system operations.
• Strategic Planning & Budgeting : Managed CAPEX and OPEX for utility systems, ensuring alignment with organizational goals and effective financial forecasting and cash flow management.
• Process Optimization & System Improvement : Led continuous improvement initiatives, reducing downtime, enhancing performance, and optimizing costs across utility systems.
• Project Management & Execution : Managed CAPEX projects, including Phase 2 site expansion projects design review, qualification/ validation ensuring systems met regulatory and operational standards.
• Vendor & Supplier Management : Directed relationships with OEMs and vendors for procurement, contract negotiation, and ensuring timely delivery of goods and services to minimize downtime.
• Sustainability Leadership : Spearheaded ESG initiatives, including water and energy conservation projects, and integration of solar power, contributing to sustainability goals.
• Regulatory Compliance & Audits : Led regulatory audits (USFDA, EMA, NPRA, QP-Mylan, MOH-Mexico) ensuring compliance with standards, acting as the primary contact during inspections.
• SOP Development & Risk Management : Contributed to SOP development, conducted risk assessments, and oversaw CAPA and Change Control processes to mitigate operational risks and ensure compliance.
• Training & Development : Designed and implemented training programs to improve operator competency, reducing errors and enhancing system performance.
• Data Analysis & Reporting : Led utility performance analysis and reporting, providing actionable insights to senior management to optimize system efficiency and financial health.

Key Achievements:

• 2024 Life at Work Awards : Recognized for Best Environmental Practices – Sustainability (ESG) .
• Sustainability & CSR Malaysia Awards : Awarded for significant contributions to environmental and social responsibility.
• USFDA Audit Excellence : Awarded for exceptional contributions during the USFDA audit
• Operational Excellence : Stabilized utility systems in the first year of commercial operations, improving reliability and performance.
• Water Conservation : Achieved 500+ KLD of recycled water through process optimization.
• Renewable Energy Integration : Led integration of solar power 3681 KWp , driving energy efficiency and sustainability.
• Innovative Treatment Solutions : Pioneered non-chemical treatments for Cooling Tower in Malaysia, reducing chemical use and environmental impact.

• Managed and maintained key utility systems, including compressors, chillers, nitrogen plants, and water treatment systems, ensuring optimal performance.
• Performed regular preventive maintenance following SOPs to reduce breakdowns and ensure system reliability.
• Monitored system performance daily, reviewing logbooks to ensure compliance with operational standards and address any maintenance needs.
• Troubleshot equipment issues, recommending corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Analyzed system data to predict and prevent potential failures, ensuring continuous operations.
• Led a team of operators to ensure smooth daily plant operations, uphold safety protocols, and meet operational goals.