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Ajay Singh

Ajay Singh

Manager (SCM) - Manufacturing

Summary

A seasoned professional with over 27 years of experience in Production Management, Supply Chain Management, and Quality Control , I am seeking an opportunity to apply my extensive expertise in ink production and manufacturing operations . I excel at leading cross-functional teams to achieve high operational efficiency, ensuring product quality, and driving continuous process improvements. My goal is to leverage my leadership skills and deep technical knowledge to contribute to the success of a dynamic organization.

Overview

28
28
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
2
2
Languages

Work History

Manager (SCM) - Manufacturing

Siegwerk (India) Pvt. Ltd.
11.1997 - Current

Company Overview: Siegwerk is a global leader in producing printing inks and coatings, providing innovative and sustainable solutions for various industries.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Overseeing Production: Directed the production of SF, Oil base Varnish, Aqueous Coating Inks and Water Base Inks , ensuring efficient use of resources and adherence to quality standards.
  • Production Planning: Designed and implemented detailed production schedules, coordinating with sales and marketing teams to meet customer demands while optimizing throughput.
  • Machine Maintenance: Developed preventive maintenance programs for production machinery, reducing downtime and improving overall equipment efficiency.
  • Team Leadership: Managed a team of over 50 professionals, including engineers, operators, and maintenance staff. Conducted regular performance reviews and provided training to improve workforce competency
  • Supply Chain Management: Handled inventory management, ensuring optimal stock levels and raise the request timely procurement of raw materials, reducing production delays and stock-outs.
  • Quality Assurance: Collaborated with the quality control department to implement rigorous testing and inspection protocols, resulting in reduction in customer complaints.
  • ISO Compliance: Played a key role in maintaining the company's compliance with ISO 9001 standards by streamlining production processes and documentation, leading to successful certification renewals.
  • Process Improvement: Led several Statistical Process Control (SPC) initiatives on the shop floor, reducing production cycle times and increasing output capacity.


Key Achievements:


  • Successfully spearheaded the setup of new production lines for Aqueous Coating inks with Buhler, increasing the company's product range and capturing a significant market share in this category.
  • Developed and implemented a training program for the operational team, improving production efficiency.
  • Led a cross-functional team to reduce raw material waste through improved process controls and material handling procedures.

Chemist

Ahlcon Parental (India) Ltd.
06.1996 - 11.1997
  • Company Overview: Ahlcon Parental is a leading manufacturer of intravenous fluids, serving major pharmaceutical companies like Cipla, Ranbaxy, and Cadila.


Key Responsibilities:


  • Conducted chemical testing and quality checks for IV fluids such as DNS, D5, D25, and RL, ensuring compliance with pharmaceutical standards.
  • Worked closely with the production team to ensure product consistency and quality, troubleshooting any deviations from specifications.
  • Maintained meticulous records of test results and assisted in the preparation of quality reports for external audits.


Education

PG Diploma - Chemical Engineering

Vivekananda Institute of Management & Engineering

Bachelor of Science - PCM (Group)

Garhwal University|1994
04.2001 -

Skills

Production Management

Key Projects

Setup of Flexible Ink Production Facility

Setco Inks & Coatings and Roto Polymers, Vapi (Gujarat) | May 2024 - July 2024,


  • Project Overview: Led the establishment of a new ink production facility in Vapi, After the fire incident in Siegwerk, overseeing the installation of equipment and streamlining production processes for flexible inks.


Key Contribution:

  • Managed the production setup from scratch, including procurement of raw materials and machinery installation.
  • Trained a new team of operators and technicians, reducing the setup time.
  • Successfully met initial production targets of 150 metric tons per month, allowing the company to meet sales orders.


Capacity Expansion of Manufacturing Plant

G.L.S Chemicals & Coatings, Bawal, (Haryana) | July 2024 - Present


Project overview: Led efforts to increase daily production capacity by optimizing workflow and resource allocation.

Key Contribution:

  • Increased production from 8 metric tons to 12 metric tons in 2 shifts by refining workforce utilization and machine operation protocols.
  • Helped achieve a 300 metric ton monthly production target, which contributed to completing customer delivery expectations.
  • Implemented a feedback mechanism for continuous process improvement, reducing customer complaints.

Certification

Certified Internal Auditor for Integrated Management Systems as per ISO 9001:2015, ISO 14001:2015 & OHSAS 18001:2007, DNV.GL Certification, 2016

Timeline

Bachelor of Science - PCM (Group)

Garhwal University|1994
04.2001 -

Manager (SCM) - Manufacturing

Siegwerk (India) Pvt. Ltd.
11.1997 - Current

Chemist

Ahlcon Parental (India) Ltd.
06.1996 - 11.1997

PG Diploma - Chemical Engineering

Vivekananda Institute of Management & Engineering
Ajay SinghManager (SCM) - Manufacturing