Viral Desai
Operation Professional/Laboratory Professional
Brampton,ON
Summary
Innovative Research and Development Chemist with experience in leading complex projects, developing new products, and improving existing formulas. Strengths include comprehensive knowledge of organic and analytical chemistry, troubleshooting abilities, and highly developed critical thinking skills. Previous work has demonstrated significant impact on product development processes through innovation and efficiency improvements. Well-versed in production ink manufacturing with past involvement in creating and testing a variety of inks to meet custom needs. Strengths include deep understanding of color theory, formulation science, and safety protocols. Proven ability to refine processes for efficiency and quality improvement. Demonstrated success in fostering cross-functional communication to ensure product consistency and accuracy. Seasoned Manufacturing Production Supervisor with background in overseeing daily operations, implementing strategies for productivity enhancement, and maintaining compliance with safety regulations. Display strong leadership skills, ability to manage team tasks efficiently, and ensure product quality standards are met consistently. In previous roles, improved production efficiency by streamlining processes, fostering team collaboration, and ensuring time-efficient completion of projects. Possess deep understanding of lean manufacturing principles and their application in a production setting.
Overview
12
12
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Research and Development Chemist
DCL Corporation
Toronto
08.2021 - 06.2024
- Prepared samples for evaluation by customers or external laboratories according to established procedures.
- Investigated existing processes and proposed improvements in reaction time, yields or other parameters.
- Contributed ideas for new products or processes that could be developed within the organization.
- Participated in interdisciplinary teams working on various research initiatives across multiple departments.
- Monitored environmental conditions during production runs to identify potential process problems.
- Provided technical support to manufacturing operations regarding product development activities.
- Developed, tested and optimized new chemical formulations to meet customer requirements.
- Conducted experiments using advanced laboratory techniques such as chromatography and spectroscopy.
- Conducted safety audits of laboratory facilities in accordance with applicable regulations.
- Performed quality control tests on raw materials, intermediates and finished products to ensure compliance with standards.
- Designed and implemented protocols for research projects in collaboration with other scientists.
- Increased the batch size by 25-30% of various formulations by concentrating the amino compounds and coupling components at manufacturing stage to increase the profitability by 78K annually.
- Ordered supplies, inventoried chemicals and materials and summarized and recorded data to meet control and research requirements.
- Completed standardized and groundbreaking tests on inorganic and organic compounds and wrote batching formulas on approved laboratory formulations.
- Made decisions and executed changes based on process data, quality checks and test results to keep products at target and within specifications.
- Monitored packaging and storage of hazardous materials and waste to comply with laboratory, state and federal safety regulations.
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
DCL Corporation
Toronto
08.2018 - 07.2021
- Directed daily production operations to ensure efficient and cost-effective workflow.
- Analyzed production data to develop strategies for improving efficiency and reducing waste.
- Monitored and maintained quality control standards, ensuring that products met customer requirements.
- Evaluated performance of 25 unionized employees on a regular basis to identify areas for improvement.
- Created weekly work schedules to meet customer demands while optimizing labor costs.
- Monitored equipment, checked supplies and coordinated manpower to meet expected demand.
- Monitored manufacturing variances to achieve quality improvement while resolving product process and equipment problems.
- Oversaw continuous improvement initiatives in lean environment to drive gains in quality, flow and output.
- Oversaw inventory and physical counts and performed periodic cycle counts to verify outgoing orders.
- Maintained top-notch quality control standards and eliminated downtime to maximize revenue.
- Delegated tasks to employees and monitored accurate and timely completion of tasks to meet project milestones.
- Issued work orders for repairs to plan maintenance of equipment, machinery and vehicles.
- Supported safe and clean work environment by educating and directing personnel on use of control points, equipment and resources.
- Performed minor equipment repairs to keep jobs on task and notified maintenance department of major machinery failures.
- Kept records of employees' attendance and working hours for accurate calculation of billable cycle.
Manufacturing Supervisor
Caledon Laboratories Limited
Georgetown
06.2012 - 07.2018
- Developed standard operating procedures for the manufacturing process.
- Supervised a team of 30+ employees in the manufacturing area.
- Prepared monthly reports summarizing production activity and presented them to management.
- Ordered equipment parts and repair services during equipment breakdown to avoid further delays.
- Conducted training in equipment operations and safety procedures, briefing employees of hazards associated with work.
- Determined budgets, production goals and rates based on company policies and requirements.
- Assigned tasks to employees and monitored productivity, performance and task completion.
- Enforced company policies, answered coworkers' questions and trained new personnel.
- Worked closely with vendors and suppliers to ensure timely delivery of raw materials needed for production.
Education
Master of Science - Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry
V.N.S.G University
Gujarat,India05-1993
Skills
- Chemical safety
- Conducting research
- Team collaborations
- Continuous Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing Processes
- Inventory purchasing
- Interpersonal Skills
- Performing experiments
- Adaptability and Flexibility
- Problem-solving aptitude
- Time Management
- Product Development
- Excellent Communication
Certification
- JHSC CERTIFICATION (Workplace Safety and Prevention Services-WSPS)
- SDS (Safety Datasheets) Certification
Work Availability
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Timeline
Research and Development Chemist
DCL Corporation
08.2021 - 06.2024
Manufacturing Production Supervisor
DCL Corporation
08.2018 - 07.2021
Manufacturing Supervisor
Caledon Laboratories Limited
06.2012 - 07.2018
Master of Science - Organic Chemistry, Inorganic Chemistry
V.N.S.G University
- JHSC CERTIFICATION (Workplace Safety and Prevention Services-WSPS)
- SDS (Safety Datasheets) Certification
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