Plant Manager with extensive experience at Kuwait Recycling Ltd, specializing in manufacturing excellence through advanced ERP systems and continuous improvement methodologies. Demonstrated success in enhancing inventory control and achieving first-quality standards. Skilled in project management and client relations, contributing to operational success and high client satisfaction.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Plant Manager & Manufacturing Consultant
Kuwait Recycling Ltd
05.2023 - Current
Responsible for Design & Deploy technology for Converting TDF(Tire shreds crumb rubber) into Pre treads / Fuel for cement etc industries/Artificial turf, Asphalt supplement, Moulded products
Responsible for technical feasibility study / Market trend / ROI planning & execution from RM sourcing to dispatch
Responsible for identifying opportunities for technology transfer / JV partners for Various products line
Senior General Manager Operations
Abatek (Asia) Public Limited company
12.2021 - 04.2023
Responsible for overall operations silicone rubber keypads, thermal pad, connectors, grommets, seals, rubber parts and various other input for automotive, medical, telecom, white goods and various other industries
Responsible for all operations from Raw material planning / sourcing to dispatch, inventory, sales forecast, QC testing etc
Lead Continuous improvement projects (Zero defect project / Operational control saving projects to meet budgeted targets)
Manage escalation from Europe/US /Asia clients & Global sales team
Lead SHE activities -Statutory compliance / Permit systems/compliance to OHSAS/EMS / Behavior safety.
Lead Manufacturing excellence systems deployments of Lean, TPM, 5S, Kaizen, OEE improvement, Lead time improvement in SCM, Migration from Legacy to ERP system, Cost loss analysis/Cost control
Planning and Manufacturing Excellence Head
QAFFE Qatar Ltd (of NAFFCO Group, DUBAI)
10.2018 - 12.2021
Provide direction for Manufacturing excellence programs: SMED, ECRS, PULL systems, Time & Motion study, 8D approach, 7 QC tools, Fish bone analysis, 5W1H Analysis for problem solving, Improve straight first quality & Customer satisfaction, Reduce Lead times.
Implementing Production planning & scheduling strategy for complete plant from Sales Order capturing to Dispatch schedules
Develop & Implement strategy for moving trading / servicing organisation towards manufacturing organisation
Manage inventory levels in line with Make to Stock & Make to Order manufacturing environment
MRP & MPS-Release Master production schedule based on MRP planning in ERP(Oracle 11I)
Capacity calculation and fixing factory capacity -based on time & motion studies
Capacity enhancements / Ramp up plan based on customer demand through SMED, ECRS techniques etc
Assess Manufacturing, Procurement & Delivery Lead times to maintain budgeted inventory levels
Ensure stock rotation for ensuring FIFO system
Implement strategy to reduce inventory level by 20 million QAR
Capturing losses in process and implement actions to minimise/eliminate losses through PDCA, WhyWhy analysis etc
Ensure actions to attain KPI -Inventory target, Adherence to customer dispatch schedule
Operations Manager
TECHNO GLASS COMPANY
02.2016 - 01.2018
Responsible for all operations of Architectural & Automotive windshield manufacturing lines comprising of Glass pre-processing (cutting, breaking, grinding, screen printing, powdering) bending in Box furnace, Assembly with interlayer (PVB), Autoclaving followed by inspection and packaging
Experienced in Architectural glass processing on Brambilla, Bottero & North Glass cutting and tempering lines (Toughened) on Double glass/insulated glass processing-Shape cutting, holing, double edger, assembling with spacers, silicon application, tempering, Flat lamination
Experienced in all operations from Raw material planning to dispatch, inventory, sales forecast, QC testing etc
Ensure compliance to ISO 9001 2015 as MR
Ensure Internal /process and product audit periodically.
Involve and drive PPAP and new model developments.
Ensure risk analysis through PFMEA and implement control plan through PDCA to mitigate risks.
Ensure compliance to SOP, WI etc
Ensure implementation of continuous improvement activities and achievement of Objectives, KPI (OEE, COPQ, MTTR, MTBF etc)
Facilitate multiskilling of employees through competency skill matrix and assessment of training needs.
Facilitate Homologation audits for exporting to Europe (ECE), SASO
Facilitate training sessions from Team members to Executive level across functions in company
Ensure drafting annual training calendar through: Competency skill mapping, Training needs assessment, Pre/post training feedback & assessments, evaluation, MIS reporting
Manufacturing, EHS, IT Manager
Pilkington Auto Glass India (Pilkington plc, UK & NSG Group, Sumitomo Corporation JAPAN)
06.2008 - 02.2016
Lead Production, Engg, HR, EHS, SCM functions of Green field project
Ensure drafting annual training calendar through: Competency skill mapping, Training needs assessment, Pre/post training feedback & assessments, evaluation, MIS reporting
Involved in Executive development program in Manchester, UK
Trained at UK as TWI-JI Master trainer (Training within Industry) -to facilitate training on SOP, Competency skill mapping, Training content development for all functions, Training time management
Responsible for all operations of automotive windshield manufacturing line comprising of Glass pre-processing (cutting, breaking, grinding, screen printing, powdering) bending in Box furnace, Assembly with interlayer (PVB), Autoclaving followed by inspection and packaging
Have knowledge and experience in Float, Automotive glass processes like Automatic cutting lines (Bando, CNC, Hegla) etc, Silk screen printing, Silver grid printing, tempering and Sag (Box furnace) line bending, Assembly (interlayer) operations, Autoclaving (Teruzzi make) and trouble shooting, Final line inspections and defect control.
Coordination of various process improvement activities of all production lines by leading process improvers.
Ensuring inspections to avoid defect flow at various stages: In put inspection, Work in process & Final inspections.
Lead green book projects for improving Raw glass utilisation and other raw materials, consumables.
Facilitate OCS projects leading to various operational cost savings.
Ensure processing of claims related to customers and suppliers.
To achieve customer satisfaction in terms of Quality, Cost & Delivery.
Cost centre management.
Data accuracy in SAP and periodical stock counts.
Ensure compliance to ISO 9001 2008, TS 16949, 14001.
Facilitate multiskilling of employees through competency skill matrix and assessment of training needs.
Facilitate Homologation audits for exporting to Europe (ECE), China (CCC) etc.
Manufacturing excellence head for Facilitating improvements in Operations, Training effectiveness, Motivation, communication, Management of change, Visual improvement
Production & QC Incharge
MRF Tyres Ltd
02.1998 - 01.2008
Ensure production and QC activities as per SOP and within specification & as planned
Facilitate multiskilling of team members and supervisors
Mentor for new recruits in Communication, Time/Data management, Standard operating procedure
Ensure drafting annual training calendar through: Competency skill mapping, Training needs assessment, Pre/post training feedback & assessments, evaluation, MIS reporting
<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.<ul><li>Company Overview: Group Company of PUIG, Spain</li><li>Team Leadership & Process Excellence: Organised the transformation of the Finance & Accounts function, establishing performance-driven goals, and embedding a culture of accountability and continuous improvement. Drove operational efficiency through process redesigns, SOP implementation and optimal resource deployment, leading to measurable improvements in turnaround time and accuracy.</li><li>Strategic Partnering with CXOs: Acted as a key advisor to the CEO, CFO, and other CXOs on business planning, pricing strategies, and business model pivots to support scale-up and profitability. Contributed to investor communications with data-backed insights to enhance stakeholder confidence and secure strategic funding.</li><li>Cross-Functional & Global Stakeholder Management: Functioned as the strategic finance business partner to cross-functional heads and the PUIG global finance team, aligning local execution with global financial strategies and compliance requirements.</li><li>ERP Transformation & System Automation: Led end-to-end ERP reimplementation to address system gaps, enforce role-based controls, and automate core finance processes—resulting in enhanced data accuracy, faster reporting and improved internal controls.</li><li>Costing, Inventory & Profitability Optimization: Designed and implemented plant-level costing models to ensure accurate COGS determination. Improved inventory management across pricing, consumption tracking, and aging analysis—enabling better working capital control and cost efficiency.</li><li>Manufacturing Finance & Statutory Compliance: Supervised end-to-end accounting for manufacturing operations and ensured full statutory compliance.</li><li>Financial Reporting, MIS & Profitability Analytics: Delivered accurate and timely monthly MIS reports, including P&L, Balance Sheet and KPI dashboards with deep-dive variance analysis across stores, business verticals, and geographies. Supported board-level decision-making through insightful presentations on financial health and business performance.</li><li>Budgeting, Forecasting & Business Planning: Led the Annual Operating Plan (AOP) and rolling forecasts, ensuring alignment with strategic objectives and market dynamics. Monitored key financial metrics to enable business decisions and proactive cost management.</li><li>Statutory, Internal & Tax Audit Management: Finalized standalone and consolidated financials under Ind AS and IFRS, ensured timely group reporting and compliance with international standards. Delivered clean and timely closures of statutory, tax, and internal audits in coordination with Big 4 auditors. Strengthened audit readiness through pre-audit diagnostics and rectification of recurring control gaps.</li><li>Regulatory Compliance & Risk Management: Ensured end-to-end compliance which includes ROC, RBI, FEMA, Income Tax, GST, Transfer Pricing, DTAA, and Customs. Reviewed cross-border contracts and transactions to ensure arm’s length pricing, accurate TDS application, and proper documentation under Transfer Pricing regulations.</li><li>Commercial Negotiation & Contract Governance: Led commercial negotiations and structured deals with vendors and franchisees. Reviewed key business contracts to ensure financial viability, risk protection, and compliance with regulatory standards.</li><li>Treasury & External Commercial Borrowing (ECB): Managed fund planning and liquidity management including ECB drawdowns, bank negotiations, and interest optimization. Improved working capital cycles through proactive cash flow forecasting and receivables control.</li><li>Internal Controls & Governance Framework: Led organization-wide reviews of internal control systems, identified process gaps, and redesigned or implemented over 40 SOPs and IFCs. Established a governance structure for financial discipline, risk mitigation, and policy compliance across departments.</li></ul> at Kama Ayurveda Pvt. Ltd. & PUIG India Pvt. Ltd.