NAVNEET THAKUR
SILVASSA
Summary
A Plant General Manager with comprehensive experience in overseeing plant operations. Proven ability to improve operational efficiency, reduce costs and maintain safety standards. Strengths include strategic planning, lean manufacturing principles, team leadership and process improvements. Demonstrated success in driving significant operational advancements in previous roles.
Currently working in Alpla India Pvt. Ltd which is a multi national company and Pioneer in rigid plast packaging. I am working in Alpla India Silvassa unit as Plant head from July 2021. At Alpla Silvassa we have following technologies, EBM, IM , ISBM and IM PET.
Current Core Responsibilities:
1. Implement strategies in alignment with regional strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus to the team
2. Promote Safety culture and ensure Safety rules and behaviors are respected and implemented
3. Incorporate company procedures and policies in operations of business unit.
4. Prepare and monitor budget as per Emis
5. Achieve Profitability at defined sales levels monthly and annual basis
6. Meeting / exceeding annual cash profit targets
7. Manage the working capital effectively
8. Maintain KPI's at agreed levels by ensuring most optimum utilization of resources
9. Ensure optimum consumption of RM/ MB/ PM
10. Identify, recommend and implement changes to improve productivity, reduce cost and scrap, monitor scrap and rework data.
11. Ensure robust Quality Management System and meet customer expectations
12. Ensure company assets are well taken care of by creating awareness among employees
13. Ensure high customer satisfaction through high quality, reliability and consistency of orders. Build strong relationship with the customers in order to maintain good revenue growth.
14. Ensure all customer audits are carried out effectively
15. Ensure all Emis reports are closed as per global timelines with accuracy
16. Monitor and review project activities and ensure its completion within scheduled time and budget.
17. Create harmonious working environment , mentor , develop and motivate employees to perform efficiently and keep their morale up by providing better growth opportunities
18. Assure culture of continuous improvement by proactively reviewing the systems time to time through the application of Operations Process Excellence methodologies such as Lean, 5s, Six Sigma, etc.
19. Responsible for driving company’s long term sustainability strategy and operating principles
20. Ensure all legal compliances are in place
Overview
30
30
years of professional experience
Work History
General Manager
Alpla India Pvt. Ltd.
Silvassa
07.2022 - Current
- Developed and implemented plant strategies that optimized operational efficiencies in line with the regional and global strategies.
- Conducted regular reviews of financial statements to ensure that budget targets were consistently achieved.
- Developed and managed budgets, forecasts, and financial metrics with the CFO and regional finance team for the last two years.
- Monitored and enhanced plant operational excellence KPIs related to Production, Quality, Maintenance, and Safety.
- Developed new vendors of MB, Packaging, and engineering spares to ensure trouble-free supply chain management.
- Since Alpla Silvassa is a new plant, we have developed a highly skilled team in EBM, IM, Secondary operations, and Logistics by identifying individual training needs.
- Ensured compliance with all applicable laws, regulations, and policies.
- Successfully managed plant audits in compliance with ISO 9001, FSSC, SMETA, ISO 15378, and various customer-specific standards.
- Implemented various Alpha PROD modules to ease out processes of Planning, Forecasting, Stocks accuracy, inventory optimization.
- Implemented new technologies or systems to improve efficiency and reduce costs, like Prolink for monitoring machine efficiencies, camera inspection systems, and new software for PET machine energy efficiencies.
- Performed root cause analysis on any process failures or customer complaints and developed a method to eliminate the risk of complaints.
- Successfully implemented Alpla NEXT program for operational excellence.
- Increased plant safety by implementing proactive strategies and well-structured training.
- Improved workflow processes to maximize efficiency and enhance operations.
- Cultivated culture of lean manufacturing and continuous improvement while providing operational leadership.
- Contributed to new plant startup and implementation of processes for manufacturing, supply chain, and inventory management.
- Contributed in successfully starting using PCR in various EBM and PET products.
DGM( Engineering & Opex)
Alpla India Pvt. Ltd.
Baddi
01.2018 - 07.2022
- Provided technical support to staff on troubleshooting mechanical and electrical systems malfunctions on EBM, IM, and Utilities machines.
- Established regional policies and procedures to ensure efficient operation of building systems, such as HVAC, plumbing, and fire protection.
- Trained new staff members on job duties related to EBM, IM, and facility maintenance.
- Developed and implemented preventative maintenance programs in line with global regulations.
- Collaborated with other Plant Maintenance Managers in order to share best practices, improve energy efficiencies, waste reduction, and reduction in maintenance cost.
- Conducted regular maintenance and energy audits of plants to ensure compliance with machine health programs and safety regulations.
- Researched new technologies and implemented them into existing systems in order to improve efficiency, such as the use of improved hydraulic oils, fully electric IM machines, and local cube technology with Milacron Machine.
- Successfully handled a project of machine transfer from China to India.
- Developed a team for EBM machine refurbishments to reduce the maintenance cost and breakdown time.
- Developed various local spares for machines, like extruder gear box, EBM screws, safety system, and air saving methods.
AGM ( ENGINEERING AND OPEX)
ALPLA INDIA PVT. LTD.
HYDERABAD, BADDI
01.2014 - 12.2017
- Executed the Alpla Hyderabad Phase 2 extension project where I was involved in new machine installations of PET, IM, EBM. Also Designed complete water system including water chiller, Cooling towers, Pipe line sizes, air Compressors and executed the installations.
- Installed and established the EREMA recycling system.
- Installed and established EBM tube machines, including labeling operation with Camera system.
- Provided technical support to product development technicians during product testing and evaluation.
- Handled Engineering Purchase, like IM and PET machines, by identifying the needs of mold and product, material conveying and dosing systems, conveyors, and material dryers. Compressors, water chillers, MTC.
Sr. Manager ( Plant Maintenance)
Alpla India Pvt. ltd.
Sitargunj
01.2008 - 12.2013
- Implemented preventive maintenance program by planning and coordinating major scheduled maintenance outages
- Managed team of employees in maintenance Dept. Daily progress reports and overall maintenance planning.
- Supervised installation, repair, and upkeep of machinery and mechanical and electrical equipment.
- Contacted vendors to procure equipment and spares to meet organizational demands.
- Drafted budgets for maintenance operations and monitored expenditures.
- Recommended upgrades or modifications to existing systems based on analysis of data.
- Ensured compliance with safety regulations and standards.
- Performed troubleshooting on malfunctioning systems when necessary.
Deputy Manager( Production and Maintenance)
Salora International Ltd.
Noida
12.2006 - 12.2007
- Developed and implemented production schedules to ensure timely completion of job orders.
- Analyzed production processes to identify areas for improvement in efficiency and cost savings.
- Coordinated with other departments to ensure smooth flow of materials throughout the production process.
- Supervised maintenance activities for manufacturing machines and equipment.
Assistant Manager ( Maintenance)
Integrated Caps Pvt. Ltd.
NOIDA
01.2004 - 12.2006
- Handled the maintenance of machines like Scami crown closure line, Krauss Maffei PET preforms line.
- Installed and established a new Sacmi line for Crown closures, Printing line.
- Developed utility systems for the New Sacmi line.
- Developed and implemented preventive, corrective, and predictive maintenance programs to minimize system downtime.
- Started program to analyze data from various sources, such as energy consumption reports, to determine areas where operational efficiency can be improved.
- Provided technical support to other departments as required throughout the facility operations. Motivated them to develop local spares or repairs.
Sr. Engineer ( Maintenance)
Hindustan Tin works Ltd.
Sonipat
04.1996 - 12.2003
- Developing and implementing preventive and breakdown maintenance procedures for plant equipment components.
- Executed preventive breakdown maintenance of machines like Crabtree printing machines, coating machines, Saudraunic welding machine, and metal presses, Krupp Flangers, Angelous seamer, and utility.
- Executed Complete Plant shifting project from Industrial area Baddi to Sonipat.
Trainee Engineer
ACC Ltd.
Barmana Bilaspur
07.1995 - 04.1996
- Assisted with maintaining high-voltage electrical equipment used in electrical distribution system.
- Energy monitoring and keeping records for MCC stations.
Education
General Management Programme -
03-2022
Diploma in Business Management -
04-2009
B.E.(Electrical Engineering) -
02-1994
Senior Secondary (+2) -
03-1988
Matric -
03-1986
Skills
- Operations Management
- Team building and development
- Project Management
- Technical problem solving
Languages
Hindi
Native language
English
Upper intermediate (B2)
Education and Training
other,other,other,other,other
Timeline
General Manager - Alpla India Pvt. Ltd.
07.2022 - Current
DGM( Engineering & Opex) - Alpla India Pvt. Ltd.
01.2018 - 07.2022
AGM ( ENGINEERING AND OPEX) - ALPLA INDIA PVT. LTD.
01.2014 - 12.2017
Sr. Manager ( Plant Maintenance) - Alpla India Pvt. ltd.
01.2008 - 12.2013
Deputy Manager( Production and Maintenance) - Salora International Ltd.
12.2006 - 12.2007
Assistant Manager ( Maintenance) - Integrated Caps Pvt. Ltd.
01.2004 - 12.2006
Sr. Engineer ( Maintenance) - Hindustan Tin works Ltd.
04.1996 - 12.2003
Trainee Engineer - ACC Ltd.
07.1995 - 04.1996
Indian School of Business - General Management Programme,
Institute Of Management Technology - Diploma in Business Management,
MSRIT - B.E.(Electrical Engineering),
SD Senior Secondary School - Senior Secondary (+2),
SD High School - Matric,