Dip Makvana
Ahmedabad
Summary
Dynamic R&D leader with extensive experience at GMM Coatings Pvt Ltd, specializing in innovative formulation development and scale-up processes. Proven track record in enhancing team performance and ensuring compliance with safety standards. Skilled in PTFE, sol-gel, PU, and epoxy systems, complemented by strong critical thinking and effective communication abilities.
Overview
13
13
years of professional experience
Work History
Head R&D Group 1
GMM Coatings Pvt Ltd (A GROUP COMPANY OF RESONAC CORPORATION)
Jetpura-Kadi
08.2019 - Current
- Led the formulation of innovative coatings, including water-based and high-performance types such as Sol-Gel, PTFE, PU, high-heat resistance silicone-based, and epoxy.
- Developed products that meet market demands and align with regulatory and sustainability objectives.
- Oversaw scale-up processes from lab formulations to pilot and full-scale production.
- Supervised and mentored team of chemists and technicians, enhancing technical expertise.
- Ensured compliance with safety, quality, and environmental regulations in R&D initiatives.
- Practices in documentation and testing protocols to optimize processes.
- Supported customer trials and resolved product-related issues effectively.
- Work closely with other departments, such as product management, marketing, sales, manufacturing, and quality control, to ensure R&D efforts are aligned with business objectives and facilitate the smooth transition of products from development to market.
- Communicate effectively with senior management, board members, and other stakeholders on R&D progress and outcomes.
Senior Chemist
Himalaya Paints
Rajkot
03.2019 - 08.2019
- Design and formulate smart recipe for various type of coatings
- Analyze Report & Summarized results of experimental trials.
- Inspection of raw material and final product using Rheology meter, grinding gauge, gloss, rub resistance, scratch resistance etc
- Handling new batches for mass production
- People management
- ISO Document Preparation
- After sales Service
- Worked on Epoxy coating, acrylic Coating, Alkyd coating, pu coatings, Decorative Coating.
Chemist Application Lab Paint & Construction Material
Lucid Colloids Limited
Jodhpur
04.2015 - 01.2018
- Directs activities of Lab technicians setting up prototype units for Application of the new products like Rheology modifier based on natural polymer and perform experimental operations for Emulsion Paint and Construction Material to get confidence of Salespeople on new products
- Evaluates performance records of new Products, based on salespeople and customer feedback, physical performance of products, submits report of findings to management
- Work with Sales and Marketing to identify, develop and evaluate new products and new technologies
- Work with Marketing and Salespeople to support field trials of new products
- Created Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) for instrumental analysis meeting potential suppliers for agency
- Responsibility for commercial activities in a way to achieve the objective
- Checking and adjustment properties of Paint & Construction Material
- Worked on emulsion based Decorative coating, Tile Adhesive, Wall Putty, Cement plaster.
Executive Production Supervisor
Neo Paint Pvt Ltd
Vapi
01.2012 - 03.2015
- Management of all workshops related activities: production, planning, maintenance, machine, packaging and labeling and inventory operation
- Establishing improved supply chain techniques and procedures for maintain high standards of manufacturing operations, product quality and reliability
- Developing and improvement of process, plant and operational equipment
- Worked on Alkyd Enamel, Fast Dryings, Csnl based coating, PU Based, Stoving Enamel, Pure Stoving Enamel.
Education
Master of Science - Surface Coating Technology
ISTAR
Vallabh Vidyanagar, India05-2012
Bachelor of Science -
Shree M & N Virani Science Collage
Rajkot, India04-2010
12th -
Bhalodiya Science School
Junagadh, India05-2007
10th -
Lions Higher Secondary School
Manavadar03-2005
Skills
Soft skills
- Critical thinking and decision-making
- Effective communication and presentation
- Time management and multitasking
- Adaptability to market and technology shifts
- Customer-centric approach
Technical skills
- Formulation development (PU, PTFE, Sol-gel, epoxy, alkyd, water/solvent-based systems)
- Application techniques (spray, dipping, roller, bake cure)
- Coating performance testing (adhesion, gloss, abrasion, chemical resistance, EN12983-1, ASTM methods)
- Analytical instrumentation (viscometer, gloss meter, grind gauge, rheometer)
- Troubleshooting and RCA (Root Cause Analysis for defects and customer complaints)
- Scale-up and commercialization (lab to plant transfer)
Languages
- English
- Hindi
- Gujarati
Personal Information
- Date of birth: 06/12/1989
- Marital status: Married
Educational Internship
3 Months, Kansai Nerolac Paints, R&D, Mumbai
Timeline
Head R&D Group 1
GMM Coatings Pvt Ltd (A GROUP COMPANY OF RESONAC CORPORATION)
08.2019 - Current
Senior Chemist
Himalaya Paints
03.2019 - 08.2019
Chemist Application Lab Paint & Construction Material
Lucid Colloids Limited
04.2015 - 01.2018
Executive Production Supervisor
Neo Paint Pvt Ltd
01.2012 - 03.2015
Master of Science - Surface Coating Technology
ISTAR
Bachelor of Science -
Shree M & N Virani Science Collage
12th -
Bhalodiya Science School
10th -
Lions Higher Secondary School
Similar Profiles
Dip MakvanaDip Makvana
Assistant Manager - R&D at Gmm NonStick Coatings - A Group Company Of Resonac CorporationAssistant Manager - R&D at Gmm NonStick Coatings - A Group Company Of Resonac Corporation
Mansi TrivediMansi Trivedi
Commercial Cum Factory Manager at GMM Coatings Pvt LtdCommercial Cum Factory Manager at GMM Coatings Pvt Ltd
Adam ThomasAdam Thomas
Production Supervisor at Resonac Powdered Metals GroupProduction Supervisor at Resonac Powdered Metals Group
DHWANI JARIWALADHWANI JARIWALA
EVENT INTERIOR DESIGNER at KAMNATH PVT. LTD.EVENT INTERIOR DESIGNER at KAMNATH PVT. LTD.
Manish DattaniManish Dattani
Risk Management Expert at IQVIA IncRisk Management Expert at IQVIA Inc