Reethivaran Kalidass
Summary
Proactive Process Engineer with extensive experience in product quality improvement, process safety, and new product development. Proficient in hazard assessments, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement initiatives. Skilled in technical support, equipment optimization, and collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive productivity and safety.
Overview
10
10
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Process Engineer
Toray Plastics Malaysia
Perai, Penang, Malaysia
04.2024 - Current
- Organized and detail-oriented with a strong work ethic.
- Improved process safety by conducting hazard assessments and implementing risk mitigation measures.Collaborated with cross-functional teams to improve product quality, resulting in increased customer satisfaction.
- Interfaced with area teams to verify application of technical details.
- Supported new product development efforts through scale-up activities from pilot-scale testing to full-scale production implementation.
- Contributed to cost savings initiatives by identifying opportunities for material substitution, process improvements, or equipment optimization.
- Collaborated with Quality Assurance teams to troubleshoot non-conformances and develop corrective actions for root cause analysis findings.
- Reduced waste and improved productivity through continuous improvement initiatives.
- Provided technical support during equipment installation or upgrades, minimizing downtime during transitions between production lines or facilities.
- Evaluated safety processes and procedures to check safety of working conditions.
Senior Technician
Toray Plastics Malaysia
Perai, Penang, Malaysia
08.2014 - 03.2024
- Performed troubleshooting and diagnosis on malfunctioning equipment.
- Mentored junior technicians, providing guidance on best practices to enhance their skills and knowledge base.
- Conducted tests of components and systems to evaluate performance and identify concerns.
- Collected samples at designated intervals and performed testing procedures.
- Kept equipment running efficiently through calibration knowledge and basic repair skills.
- Monitored temperature, pressure and flow of each piece of equipment.
- Followed all waste handling guidelines to minimize waste generation.
- Followed safety processes and protocols while moving hazardous chemicals and operating heavy machinery to avoid and accidents.
- Monitored and adjusted parameters of chemical production process to achieve desired product quality.
- Communicated with supervisors and other personnel to review and discuss process changes.
- Stored, retrieved, mixed, and monitored chemicals used in production process.
- Successfully operated chemical reactors, pumps and centrifuges to produce commercial-grade products.
Education
Diploma - Process Engineering (Petrochemical)
Politeknik Kuching Sarawak
Kuching, Sarawak, MalaysiaBachelor of Engineering - Chemical
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia
Johor Bahru, Johor, Malaysia11-2023
Skills
- Data Analysis
- Process Development
- Team Collaboration
- Production Planning
- Continuous Improvement
- Health and Safety Regulations
- Root Cause Analysis
- Automation Technologies
- Hazardous Materials Handling
- ISO 19000 compliance
Certification
- AGTES/AESP License Holder (NIOSH Certified)- 2018-2020
- Plant -3 Safety Promoter
- Type -B Poison License Holder
Languages
Tamil
Native language
Malay
Upper intermediate
B2
English
Upper intermediate
B2
Professional Skills
- Microsoft Word
- Microsoft Excel
- Microsoft Power Point
- Microsoft Visio
- AutoCAD
- Aspen HYSYS
Timeline
Process Engineer
Toray Plastics Malaysia
04.2024 - Current
Senior Technician
Toray Plastics Malaysia
08.2014 - 03.2024
Diploma - Process Engineering (Petrochemical)
Politeknik Kuching Sarawak
Bachelor of Engineering - Chemical
Universiti Teknologi Malaysia