o Dedicated and results-driven Plant Head with over 42 years of experience in the automotive and manufacturing industry.
o Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt, I am a seasoned professional known for my innovative approach, sophisticated problem-solving skills, and commitment to operational excellence. My career is marked by a strong track record of achieving production targets, reducing costs, and improving quality.
o I have successfully led teams, implemented lean methodologies, and spearheaded greenfield manufacturing projects. With strong technical acumen and a focus on strategic planning, I consistently deliver tangible results. My passion for innovation and continuous improvement is reflected in my certifications and achievements.
Maintained 100% JIT supply to Tata Nano for quality and quantity.
Led cost-saving initiatives, including VAVE, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, reducing product costs.
Significantly lowered rework PPM levels from 3000 to 700 while maintaining stability.
Reduced rejection PPM levels to 250, consistently.
Managed a Rs. 7000 Crore Tier-1 supplier role, providing sheet metal components for Tata Nano.
Oversaw facilities with hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical press machines, body and accessory welding lines, and a sophisticated tool room.
Led a team of 550.
Spearheaded a greenfield project, establishing all systems, SOPs, and recruitment.
Implemented cost-saving initiatives, including VAVE, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke, reducing product costs.
Enhanced efficiency to meet project timelines.
Managed an Rs. 80 Crore turnover company, focusing on OEM for Customized Turnkey projects in Vacuum and Blower systems.
Oversaw facilities with various machinery.
Led a team of 225 Employess
Managed 15 projects on-time and within budget.
Applied VAVE, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke to reduce product costs.
Boosted efficiency.
Achieved QMS certification.
Consistently maintained rejection levels at 200 PPM.
Responsibilities:
Led a Tier-1 supplier with an Rs. 80 Crore turnover.
Oversaw production of sheet metal components, die casting components, front suspensions, and CNC machined components.
Managed a diverse infrastructure and a team of 340.
Played a pivotal role in managing an OEM operation with a Rs. 7000 Crore turnover focused on Hero Puch Mopeds.
Led cost-saving initiatives, including VAVE, Kaizen, and Poka-Yoke, contributing to significant reductions in product costs.
Improved operational efficiency through process enhancements.
Successfully obtained ISO certification for the organization.
Managed all aspects of production for Hero Puch Mopeds, overseeing facilities including press machines, a tool room, powder coating and wet painting lines, tube bending, body assembly welding, and assembly lines for front and rear wheel assembly, engine, and complete vehicle.
Directed a dedicated team of 1000 workmen and 70 executives.
Worked on designing and manufacturing various types of JIGs and Fixtures.
Conducted trials and product ionization of JIGs & Fixtures, ensuring quality parameters on components.
Contributed to the production of LML Vespa Scooters.
Managed and operated a range of machinery, including hydraulic, pneumatic, and mechanical press machines, pressure die casting machines, tube bending equipment, body and accessory welding lines, and powder coating facilities.
Played a role in the assembly of Vespa Scooters, both the vehicle and engine.
Enhanced manufacturing processes for compound tools and progressive tools.
Improved inspection processes to ensure thorough checks on compound tools and progressive tools.
Contributed to the production of fan stampings, motor stampings, and transformer laminations.
Operated and maintained mechanical press machines, including a wide range from 10 tonnes to 300 tonnes.
Utilized sophisticated tools in the tool room, including JIG grinding, JIG boring, spark erosion, and wire cutting.
Ensured quality through a sophisticated inspection room (standard room)
Leadership
Team building
Customer Service & Relationship
Customer Confidence &Satisfaction
Just In Time (JIT) Supply
Project Management
NPD (New Product Development)
Business development
Technical Support
Strategic Planning
Operations management & Improvements / SOP
Designing
Sheet Metal Tools Manufacturing & Fabrication
Product Development
Problem-solving
SCM & Vendor Development
Vendor Evaluation and Rating
Quality Control & Improvement
ISO & IATF-16949, IMS
Supplier Quality Improvement
"Knowledge Sharing" to New Suppliers
APQP, PPAP, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke,
TPM, Root Cause Analysis, Six Sigma
Analytic Skills,
Crises Management VA-VE,
Lean Manufacturing,
Lean Management
Communication,
Interpersonal and Influencing skills
Human Resource Management
‘Developing Leadership' down the
level by giving exposer
Identification of training needs
Talent Acquisition, Trainings,
Multi-Skill development
Ø Certified Lean Six Sigma Green Belt
Ø Certified in Lean Foundation
Ø Certified in Problem Solving
Ø Certified Kaizen Practitioner
Ø Certified Value Stream Mapping (VSM) Practitioner
Ø Certified 5S practitioner
Ø Completed Certification of MSME Competitive Lean Scheme
Ø Qualified Lead Auditor for ISO 2000