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RAJAT KUMAR KAR

RAJAT KUMAR KAR

Operation Management Professional
Bharuch

Summary

Customer-oriented General Manager with 16 years of experience focused on increasing revenues and expanding margin. Adaptive and deadline-oriented consistently executes and completes multiple projects in high-stress environments. Meticulous leader and strategic planner with comprehensive managerial acumen, offering vision and motivational acumen.

Overview

16
16
years of professional experience
17
17
years of post-secondary education
4
4
Languages

Work History

Deputy General Manager

Aditya Birla Group
Bharuch
10.2018 - Current


  • Implemented the digital initiatives for performance monitoring by exclusive use of Artificial Intelligence (AI) to create Digital twin models
  • Reviewed performance results to target and take corrective measures with authorization and escalation.
  • Fostered and promoted cooperative and harmonious working climate conducive to maximum employee morale, productivity and effectiveness.
  • Drove year-over-year business growth while leading operations, strategic vision and long-range planning.
  • Prepared annual budgets with controls to prevent overages.
  • Applied creative reasoning and logic to resolve complex and specialized managerial issues and develop sound solutions.
  • Participated in planning process to achieve corporate objectives.
  • Collaborated with department heads to establish goals and work plans.
  • Employed best practices and management controls to provide superior service to internal and external customers.
  • Maintained qualified staff and communicated areas of accountability and expected performance.
  • Enforced safety and health policies and implemented procedures to correct hazardous conditions
  • Administered operating budget, approved expenditures and implemented budgetary adjustments.
  • Reduced process bottlenecks by training and coaching employees on practices, procedures and performance strategies.
  • Designed modern employee recognition program which boosted productivity and improved morale.
  • Managed budget implementations, employee evaluations and contract details.
  • Maximized operational excellence mentoring personnel on management principles, industry practices and company procedures.

Deputy General Manager

BrahMos Aerospace, JV DRDO
Hyderabad
01.2017 - 08.2018
  • Responsible for assembly integration of critical aerospace systems in adherence to stringent quality standards & timely delivery schedules
  • Head of system integration facility. Responsible for CAPEX portfolio of over INR 1500 Cr annually
  • Technology transfer, vendor development & attestation.
  • Achieved the target of indigenously developed content in final assembly system from 55 % to 72 %.
  • Commissioned 2 state-of-art explosive integration facilities in India
  • Administered operating budget, approved expenditures and implemented budgetary adjustments.
  • Maintained qualified staff and communicated areas of accountability and expected performance.
  • Provided thoughtful guidance to personnel in navigating and resolving snags in productivity.
  • Assessed reports to evaluate performance, develop targeted improvements and implement changes.
  • Evaluated suppliers to maintain cost controls and improve operations.

Systems Manager

BrahMos Aerospace, JV DRDO
Hyderabad
01.2014 - 12.2016
  • Responsible for leading cross functional teams for integration of aerospace sub-assemblies & group- in-charge of new product development.
  • Handled annual CAPEX portfolio of over INR 500 Cr.
  • Responsible for lean implementation & inventory optimization
  • Recommended systems improvements to technical staff, prioritizing maximum return on investment (ROI).
  • Managed systems infrastructure, overseeing logistical movement to maintain smooth operations and prevent equipment and skill deficits.
  • Communicated with third party providers and business channel partners to maintain strong commercial alliances.
  • Provided remote troubleshooting and support for users.
  • Interviewed, hired and trained staff, leading performance reviews and offering constructive feedback.
  • Worked closely with management teams to plan, develop and execute technical strategies aligned to client's vision.

Senior Systems Engineer

RAJAT KUMAR KAR
Hyderabad
01.2011 - 12.2013
  • Collaborated with clients to determine need and devise appropriate software and hardware solutions.
  • Performed root cause analysis to provide resolutions for production issues.
  • Proposed technical feasibility solutions for new system designs and suggested options for performance improvement of technical components.
  • Worked with stakeholders to determine implementation and integration of system-oriented projects.
  • Documented system configuration, mapping and processes.
  • Negotiated with vendors, outsourcers and contractors to secure contracts.
  • Streamlined troubleshooting processes to improve system support and enhance communication between support team and end-users.
  • Conducted end-user reviews for modified and new systems.
  • Suggested system updates or changes after conduct in-depth technical reviews.

Systems Engineer

BrahMos Aerospace, JV DRDO
Hyderabad
03.2007 - 12.2010
  • Documented system configuration, mapping and processes.
  • Responsible for design & development of aerospace system assembly fixtures used in 10,000 class clean rooms
  • Devised test plan, quality assurance plan and inspection report of mission critical onboard components
  • Responsible for destructive testing of airframe assemblies.
  • Proposed technical feasibility solutions for new system designs and suggested options for performance improvement of technical components.
  • Created system design models and specifications to support system programmers and development teams.
  • Checked for accuracy and functionality during implementation of new systems.

Design Engineer

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
Chennai
06.2006 - 02.2007
  • Mitigated risks with smooth Integration of environmental and safety regulations.
  • Brainstormed with product designers to implement and refine new manufacturing processes.
  • CAD model development of 2477cc Diesel engine components
  • Conceptual and Sketch design of car body trim components.
  • Supported engineering design development through analysis and simulation of prototypes and 3D computer models.
  • Conducted engineering studies on design for products, associated and subsystems components and structures.
  • Addressed design challenges and evaluated alternative design models to meet project requirements.
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams to conceptualize and refine product concepts.
  • Created CAD models using CATIA, PRO-E & Solid Works to convey manufacturing and production configurations.

Education

Executive Program On Operations Management - Operations Management

Indian Institute of Management, IIM Calcutta
Kolkatta
11.2020 - 12.2021

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Biju Patnaik University of Technology
Rourkela
06.2003 - 06.2017

No Degree - Technology Management

Institute of Technology Management, DRDO
Mussourie
04.2001 -

Certification Course - Weapon Technology

Defence Institute of Advanced Technology
Pune
06.2007 - 09.2009

Skills

Performance improvement

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Software

CATIA V5

PRO-E

SolidWorks

Timeline

Executive Program On Operations Management - Operations Management

Indian Institute of Management, IIM Calcutta
11.2020 - 12.2021

Deputy General Manager

Aditya Birla Group
10.2018 - Current

Deputy General Manager

BrahMos Aerospace, JV DRDO
01.2017 - 08.2018

Systems Manager

BrahMos Aerospace, JV DRDO
01.2014 - 12.2016

Senior Systems Engineer

RAJAT KUMAR KAR
01.2011 - 12.2013

Certification Course - Weapon Technology

Defence Institute of Advanced Technology
06.2007 - 09.2009

Systems Engineer

BrahMos Aerospace, JV DRDO
03.2007 - 12.2010

Design Engineer

Mitsubishi Motors Corporation
06.2006 - 02.2007

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical Engineering

Biju Patnaik University of Technology
06.2003 - 06.2017

No Degree - Technology Management

Institute of Technology Management, DRDO
04.2001 -
RAJAT KUMAR KAROperation Management Professional