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Rajesh GVSK

Concord,NC

Summary

With 16+ years of experience in MES Application Support and Project Management, I excel in implementing best practices, defining key metrics, and optimizing service delivery. I am skilled at fostering collaboration, driving continuous improvement, and identifying opportunities to add value by understanding client business models. As a Service Delivery Manager, I oversee client initiatives, remove obstacles, and promote self-management. With expertise in incident management, outage response, and operational continuity, I deliver innovative, business-driven solutions. Bilingual and adaptable, I bridge business and technical needs effectively.

Overview

17
17
years of professional experience

Work History

MES Consulatant

Care IT Services( Eli Lilly)
11.2024 - Current

Concord is a Greenfield Site for Eli Lilly – FTPS MES Implementation
Roles & Responsibilities:

  • Gathered and validated user requirements for the MES system.
  • Created and validated master data for MES.
  • Led recipe localization and dry runs for manufacturing processes.
  • Implemented MES requirements and provided ongoing application support, including integration with external systems (EWM, LIMS).
  • Resolved technical issues related to Manufacturing Execution Solutions (MES - Rockwell FTPS).
  • Managed user and functional requirements, supporting MES upgrades and solutions across multiple sites and versions.
  • Led Change Management for MES applications, including preparing evidence documents.
  • Configured FTPS using Process Designer, Data Manager, and built various components (Semantic Properties, Building Blocks, Graphs).
  • Monitored application logs to troubleshoot and resolve issues.
  • Specialized in Incident, Problem, and Change Management, defining support processes and customer support.
  • Designed and configured recipes using Recipe Designer with acute phase configurations.
  • Managed SAP-MES transactions, order releases, FTPS server setup, services configuration, and database schema.

Service Delivery Manager

Cognizant Technology Services
09.2018 - 06.2024
  • Service Delivery for POMS MES application support for L3 and L2 in 24/7 operational environment.
  • Hypercare and go- live Support
  • Designed and implemented Knowledge Transfer (KT) processes to ensure smooth transition to the support phase and enhance team collaboration
  • Managed a diverse team of 10+ members across multiple engagements, ensuring effective collaboration and performance.
  • Periodic reviews on project performance for KPI Monthly, Biweekly, Weekly
  • Periodical Analysis on tickets, service catalogues for process improvements
  • Knowledge base improvements
  • Coaching and Training team on Technical, Functional
  • Handled escalated customer issues effectively, resolving problems swiftly while preserving positive relationships where possible.
  • Improved service quality, addressing client concerns promptly and professionally.
  • Established a culture of continuous improvement, encouraging team members to share ideas for process enhancements.
  • Optimized resource utilization, identifying opportunities for cost reduction and efficiency improvements.
  • Streamlined operations for improved customer satisfaction and retention rates.
  • Reduced turnaround time with effective resource allocation and task prioritization.
  • Maintained proper staffing levels to guarantee timely and accurate deliveries.
  • Served as primary interface for onboarding new personnel, providing educational resources on service delivery policies and establishing scheduling calendars.
  • Implemented performance metrics to evaluate team effectiveness and identify areas for improvement.
  • Coordinated and led internal and external site team meetings.
  • Ensured regulatory compliance throughout all aspects of operations, minimizing potential risks.
  • Managed third-party contracts to drive delivery of required services.
  • Cultivated effective and positive working relationships with lucrative clients through onboarding, initial training and ongoing support.
  • Trained new staff on job duties, company policies, and safety procedures for rapid onboarding.

MES System Owner

Dr Reddy Laboratories
06.2016 - 09.2018
  • Ensuring compliance of MES to laid down QMS procedures
  • To ensure necessary support of performing cGMP activities in MES by providing resources & training
  • Installation, validation, maintenance & troubleshooting of MES software servers and systems
  • Authorized master recipes based on the paper batch records
  • Designed Electronic Batch Records (eBMR) and Workflows in Rockwell FTPS for new and existing recipes
  • Have been an SME for all recipe authoring issues in the site
  • Preparation of SOPs and roles of a system administrator
  • Converted manual logbooks into Workflows
  • User Management in accordance with procedures
  • Creation and Managing of Master Data in MES
  • Data backup Management of MES system in accordance with SOP
  • Anchoring Disaster Management & Business Continuity plan of MES
  • Periodic review of tickets and Interactions with CFTs to close them
  • Coordinating with Vendor for issues corrections & implementing corrections/enhancements & upgrade
  • Identifying GXP Gap analysis of IT systems and implementing necessary CA

Sr MES Consultant

Accenture Private limited. China
01.2014 - 06.2016
  • Worked in Dalian, China supporting APAC region MES applications PMX, AMPS
  • Level3 Application Support for MES applications like FTPS PMX and IPL(Warehouse Management)
  • Team Formation and Management for APAC region
  • Knowledge base creation from lessons learnt on contemporary issues
  • Onsite Experience on applications in China, Japan, and Belgium Sites
  • Responsible for handling Incident Management, Change Management and Problem management

MES consultant

HCL Technologies
03.2010 - 01.2014
  • Part of BTAMS team support AMPS, PMX application for all the Major issues
  • Responsible for working with teams, vendors and other business partners and making sure that all areas of the Process and release are effectively managed
  • Responsible for managing the training sessions with business users and project teams to gather obligation
  • Responsible for monitoring and tuning UNIX and SQL Servers
  • Maintaining and Supporting325 client developed applications which are used in manufacturing site globally
  • Driving and preparing reports for Daily, Weekly and Monthly meetings with customer
  • Responsible for handling Incident Management, Event Management and Problem management
  • Responsible for various other duties as assigned

Sr Customer Care Executive

Sutherland Global Services
12.2007 - 03.2010
  • Worked as a Sr Customer Care Executive in the billing department for BELL CANADA for Ontario province
  • Resolved the Customers billing Queries and add or remove services for the home telephone
  • Need to raise the ticket to the back-end time regarding any repairs or Complex issues for billing
  • Commitment to giving good customer service

Education

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

Vasavi Engineering College
Tadepalligudem, INDIA
05-2008

Skills

  • Application Support Management & Service Delivery
  • ITIL v3 Foundation certified
  • Agile Methodologies & Scrum Framework
  • Service Level Agreement (SLA) Management & Optimization
  • Service Solution Development & Implementation
  • Project Management & Scrum Master Leadership
  • POMS Certified (Pharmaceutical Operations Management Systems)
  • FTPS (FactoryTalk Pharma Suite) Expertise
  • Recipe Authoring & Configuration for Pharmaceutical Applications
  • Incident Investigation & Root Cause Analysis
  • Change, Problem, & Incident Management
  • Knowledge Management
  • Performance Optimization & Continuous Improvement
  • Process Improvement & Efficiency Initiatives
  • Cross-Functional Team Coordination & Collaboration

Profile Summary


  • Managed and prioritized critical and high-priority tickets to ensure timely resolution and minimize production impact, driving efficient service delivery and operational continuity.
  • Possess strong knowledge of regulatory standards such as cGMP, GxP, and 21 CFR Part 11, ensuring compliance and quality assurance in the support of pharmaceutical manufacturing applications.
  • Expert in designing and managing service delivery KPI metrics, including Response Time, Resolution Time, First Contact Resolution, SLA Adherence, Customer Satisfaction, and Ticket Escalation Rates, to ensure optimal performance and continuous improvement in application support services.

Timeline

MES Consulatant

Care IT Services( Eli Lilly)
11.2024 - Current

Service Delivery Manager

Cognizant Technology Services
09.2018 - 06.2024

MES System Owner

Dr Reddy Laboratories
06.2016 - 09.2018

Sr MES Consultant

Accenture Private limited. China
01.2014 - 06.2016

MES consultant

HCL Technologies
03.2010 - 01.2014

Sr Customer Care Executive

Sutherland Global Services
12.2007 - 03.2010

Bachelor of Technology - Computer Science

Vasavi Engineering College
Rajesh GVSK