Committed General Manager - Production with strong production background. Focused on maintaining team safety and meeting challenging performance targets. Skilled in managing supplies and keeping line moving smoothly. History of completing safe, accurate and physically-challenging work. Repairs and maintain controls and equipment to achieve performance objectives in routine. Fluent in Hindi &English lanuguage.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
General Manager - Plant Operations
H&W Rice Processing Nigeria Limited
05.2021 - Current
Led manufacturing operations along with PNL of a Rice Milling and Parboiling Unit with the production capacity of 160 MT/Day and annual revenue of USD 150 Million.
Oversaw day-to-day operations across multiple departments, ensuring timely delivery of projects and streamlined workflows.
Maintained P&L and shouldered corporate fiscal responsibility.
Streamlined operations by implementing efficient processes and systems, leading to increased productivity and cost savings.
Prepared and implemented plant preventive maintenance schedules to minimize downtime and maximize productivity.
Negotiated contracts and agreements to secure favorable terms and maximize profits.
Prepared Monthly Plant Performance Report and presented it to Board of Directors.
Monitored and analyzed industry trends to identify opportunities for organizational growth and competitiveness.
Promoted a positive corporate culture by implementing employee engagement programs that recognized achievement and fostered collaboration among teams.
Ensured regulatory compliance by developing policies in line with industry best practices to mitigate risks associated with legal or ethical violations.
Established key performance indicators for each department to track progress towards organizational goals effectively.
Negotiated favorable vendor contracts for cost-effective procurement solutions that supported business growth objectives.
Developed quarterly business plans to evaluate cost projections.
Enhanced company reputation by establishing strong relationships with clients, partners, and stakeholders.
Established and maintained strong relationships with customers, vendors and strategic partners.
Led recruitment and development of strategic alliances to maximize utilization of existing talent and capabilities.
Managed financial, operational and human resources to optimize business performance.
Developed comprehensive training programs for new quality control team members, ensuring consistent performance across the board.
Established a system for tracking non-conformances, facilitating quick resolution and preventing future occurrences.
Achieved significant reductions in product return rates, meticulously auditing products before release.
Assistant General Manager- Production
ETG Agro Foods Processing India (P) Limited
07.2020 - 04.2021
Oversaw manufacturing operations of Export Trading Group (India operations) for pulses processing business with the capacity of 1000 MT/Day.
Conducted root cause analysis on production issues, devising corrective actions to prevent recurrence.
Conducted regular performance reviews, identifying areas for improvement and implementing targeted developmental plans.
Enhanced production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
Managed budgeting and cost control measures for production department, staying within financial targets.
Led cross-functional teams to develop new product lines, resulting in diversified product portfolio.
Led effort to achieve industry certifications, boosting company credibility and opening new market opportunities.
Increased overall productivity by identifying bottlenecks in the production process and proposing effective solutions.
Oversaw quality control efforts, maintaining strict adherence to industry standards and regulatory requirements while achieving high levels of customer satisfaction.
Spearheaded process improvements that led to reduced cycle times, allowing for increased output without additional manpower or equipment investment.
Enhanced employee satisfaction and retention by developing supportive and inclusive work environment.
Plant Manager- Manufacturing Operations
Seba Foods Zambia Limited
07.2018 - 06.2020
Oversaw manufacturing, engineering, quality control and warehousing operations of the Soya Chunks manufacturing facility with the daily production capacity of 100 MT/Day.
Collaborated with engineering team to design new machinery, resulting in increased production capacity.
Implemented quality control measures to reduce defect rates and enhance product quality consistently.
Coordinated with sales department to align production with market demand.
Negotiated with vendors for timely delivery of raw materials, preventing production delays.
Mentored and developed staff members, promoting professional growth opportunities within the organization.
Forecasted future production needs accurately, allowing for strategic decision-making regarding staffing levels, equipment investments, and inventory management.
Fostered culture of safety, significantly reducing workplace accidents.
Managed a team of technicians, providing guidance and support for skill development and performance improvement.
Increased overall equipment efficiency by conducting thorough assessments of machinery conditions and implementing necessary improvements.
Developed detailed maintenance budgets, effectively controlling expenses while ensuring optimal equipment performance.
Optimized spare parts inventory management by identifying critical items and setting appropriate stock levels based on usage patterns.
Increased customer satisfaction levels by promptly addressing and resolving product quality issues in collaboration with support teams.
Enhanced QA efficiency by developing and executing comprehensive test plans and cases for various products.
Boosted team productivity by providing guidance and leadership to junior QA staff members in their daily tasks.
Education
MBA Operations Management
Delhi University
New Delhi, India
09.2011
B.Tech Electrical Engineering
Uttar Pradesh Technical University
Lucknow
06.2003
12th (Senior Secondary)
Uttar Pradesh Board of School Education
Uttar Pradesh
03.1999
Skills
Manufacturing Operation
Factory/ Plant Operations
Production Scheduling and Planning
Quality Assurance Management
Plant Engineering
Plant Maintenance
Operational Efficiency
Food Safety Compliance
Quality Control Analysis
Inventory Control
Strategic Planning
Ingredient Sourcing
HACCP Knowledge
Cost Control
Staff Training and Development
Processing Operations Review
Technical Staff Collaboration
Decision-Making
Production Schedule Review
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Certification
Certificate Course in Extruded Snacks Technology from Institute of Industrial Development (India) in September 2022.
Certificate Course in Rice Milling Technology from Institute of Industrial Development (India) in August 2022.
Certificate Course in Material Management from Vskills institute of Skill Certification (New Delhi) India in Nov 2021.
Certification in Financial Management from L.N. Welingkar Institute of Management Development & Research (India) in 2020.
Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Professional Course from Benchmark Six Sigma Institute in March 2016.
Additional Information
Date of Birth 08/04/1980
Father's Name Mr. Ram Chandra
Nationality Indian
Marital Status Married
Passport Details Passport No: Z6236976 (Valid Till 10/12/2030)
Timeline
General Manager - Plant Operations
H&W Rice Processing Nigeria Limited
05.2021 - Current
Assistant General Manager- Production
ETG Agro Foods Processing India (P) Limited
07.2020 - 04.2021
Plant Manager- Manufacturing Operations
Seba Foods Zambia Limited
07.2018 - 06.2020
MBA Operations Management
Delhi University
B.Tech Electrical Engineering
Uttar Pradesh Technical University
12th (Senior Secondary)
Uttar Pradesh Board of School Education
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