CHETAN DILIP BADGUJAR
Slough,United Kingdom
Summary
Senior site engineer with extensive experience in the installation and commissioning of industrial process plants, particularly in food-grade oil production. Proven ability to optimize yields, reduce chemical consumption, and ensure compliance with HACCP and GMP standards. Expertise in managing high-volume edible oil refineries and enhancing energy efficiency through innovative systems. Strong project management skills with a focus on process optimization, quality assurance, and adherence to health and safety protocols.
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
Work History
Senior Site Engineer (Erection & Commissioning)
Kumar Metal Industries Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai, India
07.2024 - 12.2025
- Led the installation and commissioning of industrial process plants for food-grade oil production.
- Managed performance trials and "wet runs" to ensure all equipment met stringent output and quality specifications before handover.
- Collaborated with design teams to troubleshoot mechanical and process bottlenecks during the start-up phase.
- Accomplished Chemical Engineer specialising in continuous process operations and refinery systems. Led the installation and commissioning of food-grade oil production plants, ensuring compliance with HACCP, and GMP standards. Focused on optimising yields and reducing chemical consumption within SCADA-controlled environments.
- Facilitated problem-solving sessions for critical issues affecting project progress, leading teams to find effective solutions.
Executive - Production & Process Operations
Cargill India Pvt. Ltd.
Gandhidham, India
08.2022 - 06.2024
- Optimised day-to-day operations in a high-volume edible oil refinery, ensuring compliance with global food safety standards.
- Monitored operations to keep processes aligned with targets and matching forecasts.
- Key Achievement: Managed the 31-day installation of an Alkaline Closed Loop (ACL) Vacuum System, enhancing energy efficiency, and preventing process contamination.
- Utilised data-driven MIS reporting to track chemical dosing and minimise raw material losses.
Executive - Production
AAK Kamani Pvt. Ltd.
Mumbai, India
01.2021 - 07.2022
- Supervised shift-based operations for edible oil processing lines, ensuring 100% adherence to SOPs.
- Coordinated closely with Quality Assurance (QA) to resolve deviations and maintain product purity.
- Streamlined supply chain processes, enhancing efficiency and ensuring timely delivery of products and services.
Production Executive
Adani Wilmar Ltd.
Mundara, India
09.2019 - 01.2021
- Managed production planning and manpower allocation for refinery and packing sections.
- Implemented process corrections to ensure final product quality met consumer-grade standards.
- Conducted quality control checks on products to uphold high standards of manufacture.
- Recorded information on product production dates, timing and rejected products for reliable recordkeeping and tracking measures.
- Monitored production equipment for faults and coordinated with maintenance for timely repairs.
- Actioned written instructions to accurately complete manufacturing tasks.
Production Officer
Liberty Oil Mills Ltd.
Mumbai, India
08.2011 - 10.2019
- Gained foundational expertise in continuous process plant operations and utility management.
- Maintained rigorous documentation for audits, including stock statements and production logs.
- Checked work throughout production phases for good quality control.
- Coordinated with other departments to facilitate smooth operation, minimising downtime and maximising productivity.
- Trained employees on safe equipment operation and monitored workplace environment to maintain health and safety standards.
- Worked effectively as part of wider team and with minimal supervision, consistently exceeding targets.
Education
MBA / PGDM - Operations Management
MIT College of Management
Pune01-2016
B.Tech/B.E. - Chemical Engineering
Pune University
01-2011
Skills
- Industry compliance: Food safety (HACCP)
- Good Manufacturing Practices (GMP)
- Quality Assurance
- Process Optimisation: Lean manufacturing
- Yield improvement
- Waste reduction (Chemical/Raw Materials)
- Project management: Full lifecycle plant commissioning
- P&ID review
- Equipment installation (vessels, pumps, utilities)
- Technical operations: vacuum systems (alkaline closed loop)
- Heat exchangers
- SCADA/PLC interfaces
- Health and Safety: Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- Control of Substances Hazardous to Health
- Strict adherence to HSE protocols
- Quality control
- Equipment maintenance
- Safety standards
- Technical troubleshooting
- Site supervision
- Quality control procedures
- Quality Assurance testing/inspection
Custom Section
- MBA / PGDM (Operations Management), MIT College of Management, Pune, 75%
- B.Tech/B.E. (Chemical Engineering), Pune University
Languages
English
Upper Intermediate
B2
Hindi
Proficient
C2
Right to Work in the UK
UK Dependent Visa – full right to work, no sponsorship require
Timeline
Senior Site Engineer (Erection & Commissioning)
Kumar Metal Industries Pvt. Ltd.
07.2024 - 12.2025
Executive - Production & Process Operations
Cargill India Pvt. Ltd.
08.2022 - 06.2024
Executive - Production
AAK Kamani Pvt. Ltd.
01.2021 - 07.2022
Production Executive
Adani Wilmar Ltd.
09.2019 - 01.2021
Production Officer
Liberty Oil Mills Ltd.
08.2011 - 10.2019
MBA / PGDM - Operations Management
MIT College of Management
B.Tech/B.E. - Chemical Engineering
Pune University