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Pawan Kumar Gupta

Noida

Summary

Dynamic leader with extensive experience of 30+ years at Ordnance Factories, with exposure in the manufacture of artillery guns and small arms. Skilled in strategic planning and team leadership. Proven track record in driving revenue growth and enhancing productivity through process improvements. Skilled in fostering strong relationships with government agencies and industry partners to achieve operational excellence.

Overview

30
30
years of professional experience

Work History

General Manager

Ordnance Factory
Ambarnath
10.2021 - 05.2022
  • Led factory operations during transition from government control to public sector.
  • Lead the development and execution of strategic plans, driving revenue growth and expanding the market.
  • Managing a workforce of over 1,600 employees, including managers, staff, and engineers.
  • Oversee the delivery of complex defense items, ensuring timely and within-budget completion.
  • Foster strong relationships with government agencies, industry partners, and suppliers.

Additional General Manager

Ordnance Factory
Ambarnath
09.2018 - 05.2022
  • Oversaw administration, material management, procurement of plant and machinery, quality control, safety and F.B., building maintenance, estate management, and maintaining harmonious industrial relations in the factory, having a strength of 1,600+ employees.
  • Coordinated with cross-functional teams, including engineering, manufacturing, test, and evaluation.
  • Ensured compliance with regulatory requirements and industry standards.
  • Developed and managed program, budgets, schedules, and resource allocation.

Joint General Manager

Rifle Factory Ishapore
Ishapore
06.2011 - 08.2018
  • Oversaw manufacturing, heat treatment of small arms, including surface treatment, and material management.
  • Analyzed existing processes for effectiveness and developed new systems as needed to enhance overall productivity levels.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Looked after the procurement of new plant and machinery, direct and indirect materials, including inventory control.
  • Looked after Quality Control and Quality Assurance of small arms, including NABL lab.

Joint General Manager

Small Arms Factory
Kanpur
07.2008 - 05.2011
  • Oversaw manufacturing, heat treatment of small arms, including surface treatment, material management,
  • Direct and supervise a team in the manufacturing process, ensuring adherence to quality standards, safety, and efficiency on the production floor.
  • Collaborate with the engineering team to improve product design and manufacturing processes.

Joint General Manager

Field Gun Factory
Kanpur
07.2006 - 07.2008
  • oversaw and manage the production of revolver,material management of both direct,indirect material including services
  • Implemented inventory control systems that optimize stock levels,reduce waste and ensure the timely availability of materials for production

Deputy General Manager and Preceding Ranks

Field Gun Factory
Kanpur
01.1992 - 07.2006
  • Oversaw the production of artillery gun barrels and its major components, including steel making, forging, and heat treatment.
  • Worked with cross-functional teams to achieve goals.
  • Conducted system analysis and testing to identify and resolve technical issues or inefficiencies.
  • Identified opportunities for process improvements within the organization.
  • Established safety procedures for the protection of workers from hazardous conditions.

Education

Bachelor of Engineering - Metallurgical Engineering

National Institute of Technology
Rourkela
09-1985

Skills

  • Strategic planning and execution
  • Team leadership and management
  • Production management
  • Material management
  • Government contracting and compliance

Additional information

  • I am willing to relocate to Riyadh on short notice

Timeline

General Manager

Ordnance Factory
10.2021 - 05.2022

Additional General Manager

Ordnance Factory
09.2018 - 05.2022

Joint General Manager

Rifle Factory Ishapore
06.2011 - 08.2018

Joint General Manager

Small Arms Factory
07.2008 - 05.2011

Joint General Manager

Field Gun Factory
07.2006 - 07.2008

Deputy General Manager and Preceding Ranks

Field Gun Factory
01.1992 - 07.2006

Bachelor of Engineering - Metallurgical Engineering

National Institute of Technology
Pawan Kumar Gupta