Hutchappa Aarti

• Collaborated closely with Marketing, Design, and NPD teams to generate end-customer insights and identify new business opportunities.
• Managed painting projects and assumed responsibility for project execution, ensuring high-quality results.
• Contributed to technology development and implemented continual improvements for cost reduction and containment.
• Achieved production targets as per business plan and efficiently organized production schedules.
• Handled post-delivery customer complaints, ensuring timely resolution and issue closure.
• Reviewed reports related to production, QA/QC, testing, maintenance, and customer service, addressing operational issues to prevent delays.
• Ensured quality, safety (HSE), and productivity enhancement within organization.
• Oversaw plant maintenance, strategic planning, and PPC initiatives.

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• Ensured compliance with industry regulations and company policies, mitigating potential risks.
• Managed vendor relationships, negotiating contracts for maximum value and efficiency.
• Implemented risk assessment procedures to minimize potential disruptions across all areas of operation.
• Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.

• Led successful certification efforts for ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems compliance.
• Upgraded plant equipment with state-of-the-art technology that increased throughput rates without sacrificing product quality.
• Implemented lean manufacturing techniques to eliminate waste, enhance workflow, and improve quality control.
• Improved plant efficiency by streamlining production processes and implementing cost-saving measures.
• Expertly managed production targets, KPIs, and resources to maintain a productive and healthy work environment.
• Achieved Production targets and KPIs, including product cost, yield, rejection, and OEE.
• Oversaw ISO, QMS, SOP, Control plan, FMEA, and OEM requirements to maintain quality standards.
• Analyzed production, operating, QA/QC, testing, maintenance, and customer service reports to resolve operational issues promptly.
• Led and developed the team, fostering effective communication and collaboration.
• Consistently coordinated with purchasing and planning to ensure timely availability of materials for production schedules.
• Handled incident report investigations and maintained a safe work environment adhering to HSE guidelines.
• Conducted internal audits to prepare for customer audits and ensured manufacturing lines were always ready.
• Implemented new processes as per business requirements and managed plated, painted, and molded component production.
• Successfully achieved set Quality & Cost targets per Production order.
• Planned operational expenses budget and capital investments according to the growth and investment plan.
• Led 6S, Kaizen, and Lean manufacturing initiatives for continual improvements and cost reduction.

Skills:

• Management and Leadership
• Team Motivation and Resource Utilization
• Quality Management and ISO Compliance
• Production Planning and Scheduling
• Budgeting and Capital Investment Planning
• Operational Excellence and Cost Reduction
• Customer Requirements Understanding and Audit Preparation
• New Process Implementation and Improvement
• Safety and Health Management (HSE

• Managed and oversaw the painting operations of various heavy machinery products, ensuring high-quality production and team efficiency.
• Achieved productivity targets as per budget, implementing de-bottlenecking strategies for continuous improvement.
• Successfully met target revenue, production plans, and cost budgets while maintaining superior quality and delivery expectations (98%).
• Implemented and monitored process control measures, quality plans, and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) to maintain product quality parameters.
• Contributed to cost reduction by controlling rework, scrap, and minimizing the consumption of consumables.
• Achieved bottom-line targets in product cost, inventories, lead time, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), and productivity.
• Ensured high morale among the team by fostering involvement in Kaizen initiatives and maintaining a clean, organized work environment (5S).
• Prioritized health and safety by implementing company guidelines, identifying potential hazards, and taking proactive measures to eliminate them.

Selected Achievements:

• Paid attention to detail while completing assignments.
• Demonstrated creativity and resourcefulness through the development of innovative solutions.
• Gained extensive knowledge in data entry, analysis and reporting.

* Managed overall production operations, ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products and continuously developing improved methods and work systems.
* Identified, planned, and implemented change initiatives, transformation projects, and process improvements to achieve strategic objectives and bottom-line targets.
* Led operational activities and initiatives with the Central Manufacturing Group to support the Business plan and Capacity/Process planning.
* Ensured adherence to safety, production, and quality standards within the manufacturing environment.
* Collaborated with the Quality Assurance (QA) department and New Product Development (NPD) to resolve quality issues.
* Implemented timely Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA) across the supply chain for customer and internal Non-Conformities (NCs).
* Initiated Kaizen events to drive continuous improvements in the organization.
* Handled capital planning, budgeting, capacity planning, development of Jigs & Fixtures, and improving Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).

Key Achievements:

1. Successfully established a Phosphate line (Tri-cationic) to enhance production efficiency and product quality.

As the head of Plating, Painting, and Laboratory, your primary responsibility is to oversee and manage the operations of these departments effectively. With 60+ employees under your supervision, it is crucial to maintain a productive and harmonious work environment.

• Identified issues, analyzed information and provided solutions to problems.
• Adaptable and proficient in learning new concepts quickly and efficiently.
• Resolved problems, improved operations and provided exceptional service.
• Participated in team projects, demonstrating an ability to work collaboratively and effectively.

• Contributed to company-wide sustainability efforts, utilizing eco-friendly materials and recycling practices whenever possible in the reproduction process.
• Managed inventory of supplies, reducing downtime due to lack of resources for essential tasks.
• Increased efficiency with the organization of materials and proper maintenance of reproduction equipment.
• Provided training support for new hires or temporary staff members to ensure efficient integration into the team''s workflow processes.
• Maintained detailed records of completed jobs for internal tracking purposes as well as billing verification when necessary.
• Ensured high-quality reproductions by closely monitoring print quality and making necessary adjustments to settings.

• Improved team communication by providing regular feedback and collaborating effectively with fellow Asset Protection Hosts.
• Assisted with emergency situations such as evacuations or medical emergencies, ensuring swift resolution and minimal disruption to business operations.
• Conducted comprehensive investigations into inventory discrepancies, identifying root causes and implementing effective resolutions.
• Prevented loss by performing timely interventions when suspicious behavior was observed instore.