Dheeraj Pareta

Project Manager

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India7 yrs 6 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

Over 7 years of project management experience.
Expertise in greenfield and brownfield project execution.
Proven track record in cost reduction and operational efficiency.

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Project Management professional in the Manufacturing sector, specializing in edible oil processing and refinery operations.

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Project ManagementMechanical EngineeringProduction Management

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Analytical SkillsAutoCAD MechanicalBoiler OperationsCapexCondensersConstructionCooling TowersData AnalyticsElevationsExteriorFabricationHealth and Safety Executive (HSE)Heat ExchangersIndustrial PaintingInsulation

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Project Management professional with 7+ years of experience in edible oil manufacturing, solvent extraction plants, refineries, and boiler utilities. Proven expertise in managing greenfield and brownfield projects, CAPEX planning, equipment erection & commissioning, and vendor management. Successfully delivered large-scale industrial projects by improving operational efficiency, reducing costs, and ensuring compliance with quality and safety standards. Strong background in mechanical engineering with hands-on leadership experience in multi-disciplinary project environments.

Experience

Patanjali foods - ruchi soya

Deputy Project Manager

Feb 2024 – Present · 2 yrs 1 mo · Mumbai, Maharashtra, India · On-site

Directed planning, design, and implementation of refinery upgrades and boiler enhancements, ensuring alignment with company objectives.
Oversaw project planning, execution, and final handover phases, maintaining timelines and compliance standards for successful delivery.
Managed budgeting processes, including preparation, monitoring, and control of financial resources to optimize project costs.
Conducted technical feasibility studies and coordinated capex approvals with senior management to validate project viability.
Facilitated comprehensive vendor evaluations and technical assessments, ensuring selection of qualified contractors for project requirements.
Implemented mechanical fabrication, erection, and QA/QC compliance standards, enhancing project integrity and quality assurance.
Regularly visited project sites to monitor progress, proactively addressing and resolving operational gaps.
Negotiated pricing with contractors for civil and mechanical services, achieving significant cost savings without compromising quality.
Explored and identified opportunities for energy savings and system upgrades, resulting in improved operational performance and efficiency.

CapexOPEXRefinery OperationsProject ManagementVendor ManagementMechanical Engineering

Mahesh edible oil manufactures private limited

Project Manager

Nov 2019 – Feb 2024 · 4 yrs 3 mos · Kota, Rajasthan, India · On-site

Mechanical Project Manager with 5 + years of training and experience in varied industries, including manufacturing and high-tech environments. . Ready to collaborate on complex, ongoing projects or create new initiatives from scratch Green field project
Mahesh Edible Oil Manufacturers Pvt. Ltd., Kota
Key Projects Executed:
1. Solvent Extraction Plants (2 × 500 TPD)
Supplied by M/s. Glamptech Agro Process Pvt. Ltd.
Used for Soybean (hipro and normal DOC) and Mustard Cake with complete Preparation and DOC sections.
Both units were commissioned under my guidance and have been running efficiently.
2. Boilers and Power Generation:
24 TPH Husk-Fired High Pressure Boiler (PLC Controlled, Make: Cheema) with 2.5 MW Steam Turbine.
10 TPH FBC Boiler supplied by Rajdeep.
3. Oil Refinery and Crushing:
200 TPD Continuous Edible Oil Refinery, handling Soybean and Mustard oils.
400 TPD Mustard Kolhu/Kachhi Ghani Plant with Expeller section.
4. Utilities and Infrastructure:
Effluent Treatment Plant (ETP) – 100 KLD capacity.
Sewage Treatment Plant (STP) – 10 KLD capacity.
12 Nos. PEB Sheds – Fabrication, Erection, and Sheeting (Total Area: 600,000 sq. ft.) up to stability certification.
Complete mechanical erection and civil foundation work, including layout, foundation bolt fixing, and structural steel erection.
Key Responsibilities and Achievements:
Complete Greenfield Project Execution for solvent extraction and refinery.
Oversaw fabrication and erection of steel structures including boilers, chimneys, ESPs, and PEBs.
Additional Project – Mahesh Edible Oils Pvt. Ltd. (Morena Unit)
500 TPD Mustard Solvent Extraction Plant (Supplied by Admech Equipments).
300 TPD Oil Mill for mustard crushing.
10 TPH Pulsating Grate Boiler (IBL) with RO Plant.
DOC & Prep Section with automatic bagging system and material handling conveyors.
Completed storage tank installation (crude & filtered oil).

Solvent ExtractionBoiler OperationsOil RefineryProject ManagementMechanical EngineeringFabrication

Mahesh edible oil industries ltd

Mechanical Engineer

Aug 2018 – Oct 2019 · 1 yr 2 mos · Kota, Rajasthan, India

Oversaw maintenance and daily operations for:
2 × 500 TPD Solvent Extraction Plants (1 Soybean, 1 Mustard).
200 TPD Chillex Plant.
400 TPD Mustard Oil Mill (Expeller Section).
Installed and managed a 30 TPD Soy Chunks (TSP) Plant.
Handled full operations and utilities of the packing section, including:
Chillers, air compressors, PET bottle blowing machines, induction sealing, and jar capping/moulding machines.
Implemented pouch automation in packing lines, integrating automatic filling and sealing systems.
Supervised boilers (10TPH x 2 Nos), RO plant operations, and daily power consumption analysis.
Conducted regular checks on production reports, preventive maintenance schedules, and equipment performance.
Ensured operational excellence across utility systems — steam, chiller , cooling tower , compressed air, etc.
Coordinated planned maintenance shutdowns and emergency repairs.
Supported cost-saving initiatives: chemical usage control, energy savings, manpower efficiency, and machine optimization.
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✅ Key Achievements:
Installed and commissioned a new 30 TPD TSP (Soy Chunks) Plant, increasing product SKU .
Successfully led automation in pouch packing, enhancing speed, accuracy, and labor efficiency.
Reduced downtime in solvent extraction and oil mill through structured preventive maintenance programs.
Played a key role in optimizing boiler efficiency and RO plant performance, reducing utility costs.
Improved machine reliability across solvent plants, packaging lines, and utility areas through consistent monitoring and reporting.