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ATUL NATH

ATUL NATH

Roorkee

Summary

A result-driven automotive professional with 26+ years of hands-on expertise across Machining, HPDC, Cold & Hot Forging, Sheet Metal, Pressing, and Weld Shop operations. Proven track record in deploying Lean, Six Sigma, Industry 4.0, and Al-based systems to optimize plant performance, reduce costs, and ensure worldclass quality standards. Adept in driving technical excellence, equipment reliability, and process improvements across complex, high-volume manufacturing lines. As a strategic plant leader, I bring deep experience in P&L management, team building, and turnaround of underperforming operations. Known for fostering a culture of continuous improvement, I've led cross-functional teams, strengthened supplier networks, and delivered consistent business growth. My strong communication, adaptability, and problemsolving skills empower me to drive innovation, enhance customer satisfaction, and lead under pressure with agility and vision.

Overview

29
29
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager- Plant Operation

Bajaj Motors Ltd.
Haridwar, Uttarakhand
02.2024 - Current
  • Monitored financial performance, set budgets and controlled expenses to provide financial stability and long-term organizational growth.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee reviews, training, schedules, and contract negotiations.
  • Maximized efficiency by coaching and mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, company procedures, and technology systems.
  • Implemented operational strategies and effectively built customer and employee loyalty.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices, and company procedures.
  • Assisted in recruiting, hiring and training of team members.
  • Implemented business strategies, increasing revenue, and effectively targeting new markets.
  • Handled problematic customers and clients to assist lower-level employees and maintain excellent customer service.

General Manager-operation ( Plant Head)

Bhagwan Automatics Pvt. Ltd.
Rohtak
12.2021 - 02.2024
  • Led end-to-end plant operations with a focus on quality, compliance, and performance excellence, integrating Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM practices.
  • Revived underperforming departments through KPI alignment, resource optimization, and cost control, improving overall operational KPIs and plant efficiency.
  • Developed and implemented plant-wide strategies aligned with market insights and internal assessments; recalibrated plans through data-backed reporting and continuous review cycles.
  • Defined performance benchmarks using historical data and forecasting models to align team objectives with organizational vision.
  • Directed budgeting, forecasting, and financial reporting to ensure fiscal discipline and cost-effectiveness across all functions.
  • Negotiated supplier contracts to drive procurement efficiency and implemented robust financial control systems.
  • Recruited, mentored, and led a 800+ member workforce; built leadership pipelines and fostered a culture of performance, professionalism, and accountability.
  • Conducted training workshops and delegated strategic responsibilities to groom future leaders and strengthen succession planning.
  • Formulated and led marketing strategies to expand Group presence and penetrate new markets.
  • Established strategic partnerships and improved customer relations to drive revenue growth and product-cum-service diversification.
  • Ensured regulatory and corporate compliance across departments; interpreted policy frameworks for organization-wide clarity.
  • Instituted governance practices and corrective actions to streamline internal controls and reduce inefficiencies.
  • Led cross-functional teams to deliver time-bound projects; aligned stakeholders through high-level decision-making and executive collaboration.
  • Participated in board-level discussions, providing operational insights and strategic direction.
  • Directed high-value contract negotiations and procurement planning, aligning with production and cost objectives.
  • Managed site selection, resource planning, and supply chain optimization to support consistent business output.
  • Conducted root cause and data-driven analysis to resolve operational issues and recommend process improvements.
  • Oversaw performance audits, internal reporting, and policy refinements to ensure continuous enhancement of business functions.
  • Steered full-scale plant operations across all functions with a strong emphasis on production planning, supply chain & quality, compliance, and operational excellence.
  • Led strategic business planning based on customer dynamics and internal data analytics, driving long-term competitiveness and responsiveness to customer demands.
  • Managed end-to-end financial operations including budgeting, forecasting, and cost control, while establishing procurement efficiencies and implementing robust fiscal governance.
  • Recruited and developed senior leadership talent; led a workforce of 800+ and built a high-performance culture through training, succession planning, and structured team development programs.

Senior General Manager (Plant Head)

NPC Industries Pvt. Ltd.
Nabha
08.2018 - 11.2021
  • Elevated brand presence and business growth through focused marketing strategies and the cultivation of strategic OEM and Tier-1 customer relationships.
  • Ensured full compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001 standards by driving regulatory governance, internal audits, and policy implementation across departments.
  • Transformed underperforming departments by aligning KPIs, optimizing manpower and resource utilization, and executing targeted cost-reduction initiatives to restore profitability.
  • Led cross-functional teams in executing key projects and operational improvements.
  • Conducted deep-dive performance audits to implement timely corrective actions and ensure functional efficiency.
  • Orchestrated end-to-end plant operations with strategic planning of resources, materials, and workforce across forging, machining, paint, assembly, sheet metal, and welding.
  • Ensured smooth inter-departmental coordination and operational efficiency through strong execution practices and aligned production workflows.
  • Achieved consistent on-time delivery of customer schedules by enhancing productivity, embedding lean manufacturing practices, and driving quality-focused process improvements.
  • Strengthened long-term competitiveness by optimizing plant performance and implementing best-in-class manufacturing standards.
  • Oversaw the entire product development lifecycle, including supplier, APQP and quality audits.
  • Promoted continuous improvement culture through Kaizen and continuous improvement.
  • Built strong customer (domestic and export) relationships, resolved warranty issues through CAPA, and ensured global quality compliances.
  • Headed corporate-level quality strategy and execution across 3 manufacturing plants, overseeing a team of QA professionals including unit Quality Heads.
  • Covered all critical functions such as Customer Quality, In-Process QA, Supplier Quality, Final QA, Labs, and NPD.
  • Drove alignment of plant-level practices with central quality objectives, ensuring consistent standards and performance across the board.
  • Effectively sustained compliance with Integrated Management System (IMS) requirements, including IATF 16949, ISO 14001, and ISO 45001.
  • Achieved this through robust planning of internal audits, stringent documentation control, and seamless facilitation of second-party and third-party audits, helping maintain the organization's certification status.
  • Engaged closely with major OEMs-both domestic and international-for new product qualifications, warranty resolutions, and field failure investigations using structured problem-solving methods like 7QC tools and Why-Why analysis.
  • Championed quality KPIs, PPAP documentation, daily NC tracking, and QA budget oversight, while nurturing a culture of continuous improvement through structured training programs.
  • Drove QA and NPD functions, managing Customer Quality, In-Process Control, SQA, Final Inspection and Lab Testing while aligning quality performance with business objectives.
  • Ensured synergy across teams and enhanced inspection accuracy through in-house/external calibration and custom gauge development based on engineering standards.
  • Collaborated with domestic and export OEMs across full product life cycles, from development to SOP.
  • Led CAPA initiatives, optimized PPM metrics and Group minimized COPQ.
  • Maintained IMDS updates, ensured data accuracy on customer portals, and upheld regulatory compliance throughout.
  • Led end-to-end quality functions including audits, documentation control, and system compliance across all plant levels.
  • Acted as the primary liaison with OEMs for complaint resolution, tool/component approvals and timely MIS reporting.
  • Led daily quality reviews, rejection analysis, and CAPA across Incoming, In-Process and Final stages.
  • Strengthened supplier quality through regular evaluations and audits.
  • Drove VAVE-led cost optimization, Kaizen-based improvements to enhance quality consistency and customer satisfaction.
  • Managed cross-functional QA and Support teams across In-Process Quality, Customer Support, SQA, and QA Lab to ensure product quality and operational efficiency.
  • Monitored daily quality issues, conducted root cause analysis, and implemented corrective actions across machining and casting processes.
  • Ensured timely QA MIS reporting and strict compliance with industry standards.
  • Supervised inspection of incoming materials and equipment to uphold quality norms and regulatory requirements.
  • Focused on ensuring product quality through customer support, issue resolution, and CAPA reporting.
  • Managed in-process checks, calibration activities, and layout inspections as per quality standards.

DGM- Operation & DGM- Corporate Quality ( Corporate Quality Head)

Kiran Udhyog Pvt. Ltd.
Bawal
09.2014 - 07.2018

Deputy General Manager- QA & NPD

Magnum MI Steel Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgaon
08.2012 - 09.2014

Senior Manager - QA

Krishna Maruti Ltd.
Gurgaon
07.2012 - 08.2012

Deputy Manager - QA

ASK Automotives Pvt. Ltd.
Gurgaon
01.2002 - 02.2007

Senior Engineer - QA

Jay Rapid Rollers Ltd.
Dharuhera
09.1999 - 01.2002

Engineer - QA

Yesha Automotives Pvt. Ltd.
Gurugram
01.1997 - 08.1999

Education

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Government Polytechnic Moradabad
Moradabad, UP, India

Skills

  • Power BI & Dashboarding
  • Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
  • Industry 40
  • AI Applications
  • Advance Excel
  • ISO 9001/14001/45001 Auditor
  • Quality Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, SPC, MSA, AIAG VDA FMEA)
  • TPM (Total Productive Maintenance)
  • Operational Leadership & Management
  • Financial Oversight & Budgeting
  • Sales, Marketing & Business Development
  • Cross-Functional & Executive Coordination
  • Research, Analysis & Reporting
  • Business Turnaround & Transformation
  • Revenue Growth Initiatives
  • Team Building & Training
  • Staff Recruitment & Retention
  • Leadership Development & Succession Planning
  • AI-Optimization & Predictive Analytics
  • Lean Manufacturing
  • MSIL MACE(VSA)
  • Data Analytics Using AI
  • IATF 16949 Auditor
  • VDA 63
  • OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) Improvement
  • ERP/SAP Implementation
  • Strategic Planning & Execution
  • Team Building & Talent Development
  • Governance, Compliance & Policy
  • Contract & Resource Management
  • Cost Control & Profitability Improvement
  • Budget Planning & Forecasting
  • Total Quality Management (TQM)
  • KRA & KPI-Based Performance Monitoring
  • Union & IR Management
  • Conflict Resolution & Supplier Management

Languages

  • Hindi
  • Bengali
  • English

Hobbies and Interests

  • Reading Books
  • Passionate about latest technology always
  • Trekking & nature exploration

Personal Information

Date of Birth: 02/03/77

Contact

atulnath.abc@gmail.com, 98978-33920

Languages

English
Beginner
A1
Hindi
Beginner
A1

Work Type

Full Time

Work Location

On-Site

Important To Me

Career advancementCompany CultureWork-life balanceFlexible work hoursHealthcare benefitsWork from home optionStock Options / Equity / Profit Sharing

Timeline

General Manager- Plant Operation

Bajaj Motors Ltd.
02.2024 - Current

General Manager-operation ( Plant Head)

Bhagwan Automatics Pvt. Ltd.
12.2021 - 02.2024

Senior General Manager (Plant Head)

NPC Industries Pvt. Ltd.
08.2018 - 11.2021

DGM- Operation & DGM- Corporate Quality ( Corporate Quality Head)

Kiran Udhyog Pvt. Ltd.
09.2014 - 07.2018

Deputy General Manager- QA & NPD

Magnum MI Steel Pvt. Ltd.
08.2012 - 09.2014

Senior Manager - QA

Krishna Maruti Ltd.
07.2012 - 08.2012

Deputy Manager - QA

ASK Automotives Pvt. Ltd.
01.2002 - 02.2007

Senior Engineer - QA

Jay Rapid Rollers Ltd.
09.1999 - 01.2002

Engineer - QA

Yesha Automotives Pvt. Ltd.
01.1997 - 08.1999

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Government Polytechnic Moradabad

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