DINESH P K
Angamaly
Summary
With 25+ years of experience in FMCG manufacturing, production management, plant maintenance, utilities, and project coordination, I bring strong expertise in improving operational efficiency, optimizing resources, reducing downtime, and enhancing plant performance.
Currently working as Deputy Manager – Maintenance, Utilities & Projects with Herbal Isolates Pvt. Ltd. (Synthite Group), I have gained valuable experience in manufacturing operations, including international exposure with PepsiCo in Saudi Arabia and other industrial environments.
My core strengths include team leadership, production planning, preventive maintenance, project execution, cost optimization, food safety standards, and cross-functional coordination. I am committed to continuous improvement, operational excellence, and achieving organizational goals through effective leadership and teamwork.
Overview
4
4
Languages
1
1
Certification
31
31
years of professional experience
Work History
Deputy Manager (Maintenance, Utility & Project)
M/s.Herbal Isolates Pvt Ltd (Synthite Group)
06.2026 - Current
- Managed daily operations, delegating tasks to team members to optimise productivity and efficiency.
- Used excellent problem-solving and issue-resolution strategies to rectify difficulties quickly and effectively.
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Investigated issues impacting organisational operations and service delivery to understand root causes, prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
- Monitored compliance with legal and company policies, addressing violations to uphold standards.
- Advised senior management on facilities needs and delivered ongoing operational support.
Assistant Manager-Maintenance
Herbal Isolates
Cochin
09.2022 - 06.2026
- Reporting to : DGM Operations
- Responsibility Handling: Overhaul maintenance activity in the plant, Utility management and coordinating all projects
- Monitored staff performance and developed improvement plans.
- Investigated issues impacting organisational operations and service delivery to understand root causes, prepare detailed reports and recommend corrective actions.
Service Advisor and acting branch in-charge
M/s. Sunitha Sales and service Ltd (Authorized Service Dealer for CUMMINSENGINE)
, Kerala
07.2021 - 06.2022
Production in charge & Acting Project Coordinator
ACCL International
12.2019 - 07.2020
Production Charge and acting Project coordinator
ACCL International
12.2019 - 07.2020
- Managed the new bottled drinking factory equipped with four lines for filling 5 Gallon, 5 Litre, cup filling, and small bottles of 330ml, 500ml, 1000ml, and 1500ml.
- Coordinated multi-disciplinary project teams, optimising communication and resource allocation to achieve project deadlines.
- Developed detailed project documentation, including scope of work, project schedules, and financial reports.
- Monitored staff performance, implementing targeted improvement plans to enhance team effectiveness.
- Reported to vice president of operations, ensuring alignment with strategic goals.
Production Manager
M/s.Lafana Bottled drinking Factory
11.2017 - 12.2018
Production Manager
M/s.BandarAlbaqmi Factory
11.2017 - 12.2018
- Oversaw operations for bottled drinking water production, ensuring quality and compliance
- Directed erection support and fulfilled requirements for new mineral water filling project, achieving production of 200ML, 330ML, and 600ML packages at 24000 BPH using fully automatic machinery.
- Updated Operations Manager on project progress and milestones
Line Engineer (Production)
International Refreshment Company (IRC Subsidiary of PepsiCo)
02.2008 - 02.2017
Line Engineer(Production)
International Refreshment Company (Subsidiary of PepsiCo)
Riyadh
02.2008 - 02.2017
- Managed production activities to ensure smooth operation and quality control
- Organised production activities from qualification through to production runs for efficient workflow
- Supervised production team for beverage operations
- Produced Aquafina water to meet market demands
- Coordinated inter-departmental support to facilitate production goals
- Managed preventive maintenance for machines and equipment
- Conducted weekly meetings on performance metrics
- Reporting to Manufacturing Manager
Sr. Officer– Maintenance
Vallabhdas Kanji Limited
Alleppey
09.2001 - 12.2014
Sr. Officer– Maintenance
Vallabhdas Kanji Limited
Alleppey
09.2001 - 02.2008
- Led utility and electrical activities in plant, managed AIB and ISO certification processes
- Led the ERP – maintenance system
- Prepared MIS reports for top management to inform strategic decisions
- Reporting to Maintenance Manager
- Outlined key functions and duties to clarify team responsibilities
- Focused on spice product development
- VKL, established in 1935, part of the USD 200 million Kanji Mookaraji group with interests in Spices, Seasonings, Flavors& Fragrances, Private Label Business, is Asia's largest Processor and India's largest exporters of value added
Service Engineer
Cummins India limited(Service Dealer)
05.1996 - 09.2001
Service Engineer
Cummins India limited(Service Dealer)
05.1996 - 09.2001
- Cummins India (CIL) is leading manufacturer of diesel engines and was incorporated in the year 1962. CIL is subsidiary of Cummins Inc USA, the world's largest independent diesel engine designer and manufacturer of engines above 200 HP.
- Functioned as Service Engineer for diesel generating sets from 15 KVA to 1200 KVA; oversaw erection, commissioning, troubleshooting, and overhauling of generators to achieve optimal performance and reliability
- Executed operation panel control circuit wiring and AMF panel erection and repairs, enhancing system functionality and operational readiness
- Role
Education
3 years Diploma - Electrical Engineering
State Board of Technical Education
Kerala01-1995
Skills
- Maintenance and production management
- Cost control and budgeting
- Supervisory and leadership skills
- Plant operations and utility management
- Preventive maintenance strategies
- Project coordination and reporting
- Team motivation and training
- Problem solving and decision-making
- Audit implementation and policy development
- Project coordination
- MIS reporting
- Team motivation
- Leadership skills
- Product or service knowledge
- Audit findings implementation
LANGUAGE
English
Hindi
Malayalam
Languages Known: Malayalam, Hindi & English
Certification
1 year In-plant Training at Cummins India Limited, Pune for Basic Awareness and Overhauling Experience of Diesel Generating Sets
Trainings and Awards
PepsiCo Performance Excellence Award 2010– For Outstanding Contribution to the line Efficiency 2010
Training
- Advanced Communications and presentation skills in Dec'10 from Meirc Training and Consultancy – Dubai
- Training for Excellence – ISO 22000:2005 Food Safety Management System Designing, Documentation and Implementation in 2010 from Johnson Diversity, Saudi Arabia
Timeline
Deputy Manager (Maintenance, Utility & Project)
M/s.Herbal Isolates Pvt Ltd (Synthite Group)
06.2026 - Current
Assistant Manager-Maintenance
Herbal Isolates
09.2022 - 06.2026
Service Advisor and acting branch in-charge
M/s. Sunitha Sales and service Ltd (Authorized Service Dealer for CUMMINSENGINE)
07.2021 - 06.2022
Production in charge & Acting Project Coordinator
ACCL International
12.2019 - 07.2020
Production Charge and acting Project coordinator
ACCL International
12.2019 - 07.2020
Production Manager
M/s.Lafana Bottled drinking Factory
11.2017 - 12.2018
Production Manager
M/s.BandarAlbaqmi Factory
11.2017 - 12.2018
Line Engineer (Production)
International Refreshment Company (IRC Subsidiary of PepsiCo)
02.2008 - 02.2017
Line Engineer(Production)
International Refreshment Company (Subsidiary of PepsiCo)
02.2008 - 02.2017
Sr. Officer– Maintenance
Vallabhdas Kanji Limited
09.2001 - 12.2014
Sr. Officer– Maintenance
Vallabhdas Kanji Limited
09.2001 - 02.2008
Service Engineer
Cummins India limited(Service Dealer)
05.1996 - 09.2001
Service Engineer
Cummins India limited(Service Dealer)
05.1996 - 09.2001
3 years Diploma - Electrical Engineering
State Board of Technical Education