Animesh Pati

• Commissioned the AP36 Smelter plant by leveraging my deep understanding of aluminum smelting processes to establish pot startup, operation, and parameter setting procedures through various statistical process controls
• Led a diverse team of 75 people (which included MBA graduates, Engineers, Supervisors, Operators, Contract Workmen) in Potroom operations involving a production of1.8 lakh Ton primary aluminium per annum
• Implemented effective production systems to ensure the smelter operated safely, efficiently, and cost-effectively, upholding Aditya Birla's high standards
• Identified opportunities for improvement and implemented lean management and quality assurance methodologies like Six Sigma, KAIZEN, and GAP Analysis, driving continuous improvement across the smelter
• Promoted effective waste management practices by adhering to 5S principles and actively participated in Quality Circles, further optimizing resource utilization
• Demonstrated strong leadership and personnel development skills, setting departmental objectives, managing performance, and providing feedback for continuous improvement
• Motivated and developed my team, fostering a collaborative and high-performing environment that contributed significantly to the smelter's success
• Possessed robust technical and administrative skills, successfully managing OPEX & CAPEX budgets, risk mitigation strategies, monthly reporting, production & maintenance activities, and department policy formulation
• Performed internal audits, adhering to international standards as a certified Auditor, ensuring operational compliance and seamless smelter functioning
• Identified and implemented improvements that enhanced operational efficiency and optimized production, contributing directly to Aditya Birla's growth and success.

• Conducted short circuit tests for welding joints, controlled power, alumina, AlF3, carbon, and bath consumptions, maintained metal purity, and ensured adherence to SOPs.
• Led a Pre-Baked Pot Line of 35 employees(direct and indirect) section responsible for 31,937.5 tons/annum production, planned and executed pot startups and shutdowns.
• Developed and executed OPEX & CAPEX benefit utilization plans, analyzed data to identify cost-saving opportunities, and tracked cash outflow and payback for capital expenditure projects.
• Developed SOPs, identified and implemented improvement opportunities through data analysis, and participated in cross-functional collaboration for smooth operations.
• Developed and tracked inventory reduction plans, provided status updates to all SBUs.
• Analyzed Service Level Agreements, provided analytical support for evaluating new opportunities and mitigating risks.

Proficient in using SAP for data analysis, setting and maintaining operational parameters, and understanding business requirements.