Nikhil Sainath Reddy
Hyderabad
Summary
Dynamic Operations and R&D Leader with over 10 years of experience in the engineered quartz surfaces industry, recognized for directing plant operations and enhancing manufacturing processes. Proven track record of driving product innovation through patented designs, ensuring alignment with market trends to meet evolving customer demands. Expertise in fostering cross-functional collaboration and leveraging international supplier partnerships to achieve operational excellence. Committed to delivering results that elevate production efficiency and product quality in a competitive landscape.
Overview
9
9
years of professional experience
Work History
Business Excellence Consultant Lead
Polarstone
Indonesia
11.2025 - Current
- KPI: Expanding the US and European client base by introducing a new collection inspired by Quartzite aesthetics and promoting the new technology in Quartz Industry which led to increase of sales by 10%.
- Drove automation by incorporating new machinery for Cut-to-size processes, converting hospitality and commercial prospects into active customers.
Managing Partner
Luxe Stonecrafts
Vizag, India
09.2025 - Current
- KPI: Spearheaded the commercialization of the world’s first semi-automatic line for fully integrated, seamless engineered quartz vanities.
- Launched a new consulting and marketing vertical to serve international industry players increasing the revenue by 30%.
R&D Innovation Consultant Lead
Daltile LLC
Dickson, U.S.A
09.2025 - Current
- KPI: Engineered technical solutions and trials to resolve repetitive Quality Control (QC) issues emerging from robotic production lines. Increased the First pass quality to 90% from 85% in 2 months.
- Provided critical design innovations for newly commissioned lines, utilizing specialized equipment expertise to launch new product collections.
Manager – Research & Development
Pokarna Engineered Stone Limited
Hyderabad, India
01.2017 - 08.2025
- KPI (Operational Efficiency): Optimized the Quantra production line (Bretonstone technology), leading to a significant reduction in material waste and a 20% improvement in slab consistency and productivity.
- KPI (Innovation): Developed and commercialized over 30+ new designs, including the 'Robotic Vein' series, aligning production with shifting aesthetic demands in the North American market.
- Collaborated directly with international stakeholders to provide technical sales support, ensuring product specifications met stringent global quality standards.
- Managed raw material substitution projects that maintained product integrity while hedging against global supply chain price volatility.
Education
MBA - Operations Management
S.P. Jain Global Management
Dubai01-2027
B.E. (Hons) - Chemical Engineering (Minor in Material Science)
BITS Pilani
Hyderabad05-2016
Skills
- Establishing collaborative connections
- Strategic planning and execution
- Collaborative decision-making
- Composite material development
Accomplishments
PUBLICATIONS & INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY
- Inventor, Patent D1111199: "Large Structured Translucent Design with Tone-on-Tone Vein Outlook" – Utilized advanced machinery to achieve breakthrough aesthetics in engineered surfaces.
- Designer, Patent D1111197: "Marble-Look Design with Subtle Tone-on-Tone Vein Aesthetics" – Focused on high-fidelity natural stone replication through composite engineering.
- Inventor, Patent D1111198: "Large Structured Vein Outlook through New Technology Integration" – Developed novel manufacturing methods for unique surface textures.
Affiliations
- Chemical Engineering & Material Science: Active researcher in solid-state chemistry and optical microscopy applications for surface materials.
- Cultural & Design Exploration: Passionate about sketching and painting, which informs the artistic direction of new quartz collections.
Timeline
Business Excellence Consultant Lead
Polarstone
11.2025 - Current
Managing Partner
Luxe Stonecrafts
09.2025 - Current
R&D Innovation Consultant Lead
Daltile LLC
09.2025 - Current
Manager – Research & Development
Pokarna Engineered Stone Limited
01.2017 - 08.2025
MBA - Operations Management
S.P. Jain Global Management
B.E. (Hons) - Chemical Engineering (Minor in Material Science)
BITS Pilani
ADDITIONAL RESEARCH & STRATEGIC PROJECTS
Strategic Innovation & Technical Leadership
- Robotic Vein & Pattern Development: Spearheaded the development of robotic patterns and layering process innovations, directly contributing to the commercialization of high-end aesthetics.
- Process Optimization (SOP Development): Streamlined Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) for the Kalinga line, resulting in a 35% increase in daily production output without capital expenditure.
- Kreos Technology Integration: Managed the technical integration of Kreos surface design technology to create unique, high-margin product collections.
Advanced Material Research & Sustainable Engineering
- Drug Encapsulation Research (CSIR-CLRI): Conducted research on drug encapsulation utilizing pH-responsive microcapsules, demonstrating foundational expertise in precision chemical engineering.
- Material Substitution Initiatives: Directed R&D efforts to identify and implement alternative raw materials, reducing production costs while maintaining high-performance quartz standards.