SANKARAN ARUMUGAM
Chennai
Summary
Proactive Manufacturing Manager with 15+ years of experience in the Plastics and soft drinks filling and packing industries. Dedicated to leading by example and ensuring quality products through detail-oriented inspections. Effective at introducing modern computer and organizational systems for efficient production methods.
Results-oriented achiever with proven ability to exceed targets and drive success in fast-paced environments. Combines strategic thinking with hands-on experience to deliver impactful solutions and enhance organizational performance.
Pursuing full-time role that presents professional challenges and leverages interpersonal skills, effective time management, and problem-solving expertise.
Overview
27
27
years of professional experience
Work History
Manufacturing Head
DAILY FRESH INDIA Pvt Ltd
09.2024 - Current
- Supervised production team, keeping production schedules on track to meet tight deadlines.
- Analyzed production data and prepared reports for senior management.
- Coordinated with other departments to align production with customer requirements.
- Managed half million bottles per day out put lines in each plant.
- Handled up to 200 employees in the three plants.
- Established positive and effective communication among unit staff and organization leadership, reducing miscommunications, and missed deadlines.
- Increased profit by streamlining operations.
- Maintaining the HACCP procedure and hygiene procedure in the plant.
- Developed and implemented strategies to maximize customer satisfaction.
- Observed each employee's individual strengths and initiated mentoring program to improve areas of weakness.
- Analyzed and reported on key performance metrics to senior management.
- Identified and resolved unauthorized, unsafe, or ineffective practices.
Plant Manager
Manjushree Techno pack.
03.2024 - 08.2024
- Responsible for the complete operations ( Preforms Molding, Blow molding, injection molding, and extrusion lines )of the unit.
- Oversaw daily production capacity of 1milion bottles per day .
- Establishes a baseline that monitors overall plant performance. Manages plant performance improvements based on Key Performance Indicator (KPI) measurements
- Develop and manage the team, including talent development, performance management, and labor management (Organization)
- Develop the plant staff and workforce through the performance management process, including training and development plans for each direct report
- Focus on talent and organizational development, develop an effective succession planning process, and creates a culture focused on continuous improvement
- Develop collaborative interdepartmental working relationships with customer support management, and sales management to maximize customer service
- Develops plant goals and works with and through subordinate associates to achieve results. Works with Plant Supervisor or Asst. Plant Manager to achieve goals
- Improve performance and assure management succession by training, developing and motivating department personnel.
PLANT MANAGER
ETERNA plastics Manufacturing Company LLC.
05.2015 - 11.2023
- Responsible for Factory operations ( production, maintenance, quality, supply chain) of Plastic's molding and screen printing on bottles and caps.
- Optimized processes to maximize efficiency to achieve better OEE (more than 88%).
- Handled the long-range plant expansion, conversion, and equipment planning.
- Increased the monthly turn over by 45% during my period by adding new machines with high out put, brought new customers and also by increased efficiency in the existing machines.
- Played major roll to prepare the better costings for the tenders, achieved to get the key customers tenders.
- Handled the key high volume customer by delivering on time, with better quality products and price.
- Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours. Managed direction and planning for plant with focus on optimization of daily functions, exceeding customer expectations, and achieving KPIs.
- Directed employees and related programs to maximize team productivity and facility output. •
- Provided direction and leadership to all levels of employees and managers. Streamlined supply chain operations, reducing lead times and improving inventory management.
- Managed budgeting and resource allocation, ensuring optimal use of funds for operational efficiency. Developed cross-functional teams to foster collaboration and improve communication across departments.
PLANT MANGER
NEELKAMAL Plastics Factory LLC
01.2010 - 03.2015
- Managed daily operations in a high-volume manufacturing facility, overseeing production schedules and workflow.
- Analyzed production data to identify trends, forecast demand, and make informed decisions on staffing and inventory levels.
- Played major role in the plant expansion by adding high out put and quality new machines .
- Introduced new design bottles with registration in the lube oil market to keep hold the customer with our company .
- Involved in taking new customer in to the business by new product design, supplying quality products and time on delivery.
- Successfully developed the UV screen printing lines on plastics products with high speed machines, train and developed the employees to run smooth operation.
- Successfully launched the ISO 9001 quality system in the plant.
- Trained and developed more efficient team in the screen printing division.
- Took major responsibility in the plant expansion from 3 machine's to 25 machines during my employment with this company.
- Actively involved in selecting the right manpower for right position and training the employees with a systematic procedure.
- Implemented continuous improvement projects, leading to enhanced productivity and reduced operational costs.
- Conducted regular meetings with senior management to report on production metrics, challenges, and strategic opportunities.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
ALAIN Mineral Water Co. (PJSC)
05.2005 - 12.2009
- Responsible for Mineral water filling and packing operations control of all the 4 high speed SIDEL & KRONES lines, also HUSKY PET preforms, blowing and closures manufacturing.
- Planning and executing the daily production efficiently with better out put and quality to meet the daily sales and delivery targets.
- Handling the process and machine breakdowns more efficiently to achieve the better OEE.
- Responsible for maintained the HACCP procedure and Hygiene procedure in the plant operation.
- Streamlined production processes, reducing lead times by 15%.
- Train and motivated the employees to achieve the goals of the production department.
- Maintained the HACCP procedures as per the procedure developed.
- Ensured compliance with quality standards, resulting in a 10% reduction in defects.
- Established and maintained clear production procedures, job roles and quality assurance guidelines.
- Oversaw operation of production equipment throughout manufacturing process to back-fill.
- Direct and coordinate plant operations within company policy and guidelines.
- Ensure maintenance of the clean and safe plant.
- Minimized accidents by maintaining and enforcing safe and clean working practices ( kaizen).
- Collaborated with engineering team to adjust and modify production equipment.
- Achieved on-budget performance and production targets through effective management of teams and resources.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Al Sane & Partners Co., (NADA).
08.2003 - 02.2005
- Handled the PET preforms, PET Blowing and filling of mineral water production operations.
- Managed 300000 Bottles per day line with 40 manpower
- Managed the water treatment process and operations.
- Organized, prioritized and managed plant maintenance projects to keep facility safe, efficient and clean.
- Planned and coordinated position requirements, schedules and production team processes.
- Oversaw operation of production equipment throughout manufacturing process to back-fill.
PRODUCTION MANAGER
MOTHERSON AUTOMOTIVE Engineering Technology Ltd (MATE)
06.1998 - 05.2003
- Handled the blow molding , injection molding and assembly operation of automotive parts production lines.
- Direct responsible to ensure the sub assembly and to ensure the daily delivery schedule on time.
- Maintained the KANBAN system in the assembly operation effectively.
- Responsible to ensure the ACHIVE 100PPM quality system in the production line to reduce the wastages.
- Ensured the cycle time reduction ( 20% ) in the blow molding line by proper planning.
- Maintained the WIP stock less than 10 days.
- Achieved OEE above 89 % in the blow and injection molding .
- Succeeded ABS spoiler trial in the blow molding for Maruti Suzuki cars.
Education
MBA (Operations Management) -
SRM University
Madurai, TN05.2015
Post Graduate Diploma in Plastics Engineering Technology -
CIPET
Chennai, Tamil Nadu01.1992
B.Sc. (Chemistry) -
Madurai Kama raj University
Madurai, Tamil Nadu01.1991
Skills
- Strategic Planning
- Production Management
- Capacity Enhancement
- Process Improvement
- Safety Management
- Quality management
- Operation & Maintenance
- De-bottle necking
- Problem solving
- Leadership expertise
- Strategic thinker
Trainings & certifications
- SBO-6 , SBO-10, SBO-24 machines, Filling and packing machines Training done by SIDEL France in their Le-Havre plant.
- HUSKY ( HyPET, Index) Machines Training Done by HUSKY middle east.
- ACHIVE 100PPM Training cone by HYNDAI motors.
- ERP implementation for manufacturing in AGTHIA done by INFOSYS India .
- KANBAN system training done by TOYOTA -KIROSKAR India
Languages
Hindi
Upper Intermediate
B2
Tamil
Proficient
C2
Arabic
Intermediate
B1
Malayalam
Upper Intermediate
B2
English
Bilingual or Proficient (C2)
Accomplishments
- More than 85% OEE in Motherson Automotive Engineering technology – Chennai.
- Scrap level below 2%, After 6 months of continuous production in a new project, in Neelkamal plastics, Alain mineral water company, UAE.
- Increase 30% of production lines without any investment Neelkamal plastics, Eterna plastics ( UAE).
- Served as an Cost Reduction Team Leader for attaining AED700000 / monthly saving by reducing the product weights in Al Ain Mineral Water Co.,(AGTHIA) Abu Dhabi.
- Consistently achieved the expansion of existing plant with quality machines within the given budget with the payback period of 3 years in Neel Kamal Plastics Factory – UAE.
- Consistently achieved the plant efficiency above 90% in Neel Kamal plastics with efficient production planning, Good manufacturing system, preventive MNT Planning, product quality control and improvements.
- Bagged appreciation certificate from Alain Mineral Water CEO for active leader to implement the ERP system successful in the manufacturing line first time within short period.
- New look bottles designed& launched successfully once in three months for the lube oil industry which attracted the customers into our business.
References
Mr. O.M. GOPINATH,
(Ex.Manufacturing head Al ain Mineral water )
Consultant mineral water & soft drinks projects.
Ph : 00919025875413.
Mr.Anbu Shanmugam,
Senior Finance controller AGTHIA
Ph.: 00971501756395
Mr. MASOOD QURESHI,
General manager - Operation,
PETROMIN Corporation - UAE
Ph :+971561182914.
Mr. JOYLAL SHYAM
Head of Sales BERICAP - UAE
Ph : +971555230757
Personal Information
- Passport Number: T1903835
- Date of birth: 02/24/1970
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital status: Married
MACHINERIES
- Plastics Injection Molding Line: ARBURG, DEMAC, (Germany), Cincinnati Milacron (USA), Ferromatic Milacron (INDIA), Toshiba (Japan), Batten Field Fischer, Nan Rang, JONWAI (Taiwan) HUSKY-(HyPET, INDEX Type), for Injection Moulded Products.
- Plastics Blow Molding Line: SBO 6/6, SBO 10/10, SBO 10/12, (Combi Machine), SBO 24 (Combi) (France), Krupp Kotex (Germany), ADS (France), Battlefield Fischer, BEKUM (Germany)MAGIC, AUTOMA, Parker, Jan Hua, Chenway (Taiwan), Golfang (Taiwan), Cincinnati Milacron (USA), AOKIE (Japan) for Reheated, ISBM, IBM, Extrusion Blow Moulded Parts in the Lube oil industry, Chemical Industry, Mineral Water, Edible Oil and Cosmetic Filling line.
- Printing on plastic products line: DUBUIT (France), Winner screen (India), For screen printing, NEILSON (Taiwan), TECHNO (India) for heat transfer printing, Winner Screen for pad printing. • •
- Plastics Thermoforming Molding Line: ILLIG, A+F, R+S, GABLER.
- Soft Drinks Filling & Packing line : SIDEL, KRONES, SIPA, KETTNER.
- Water treatment lines : ICE -France, METTITO-USA
Timeline
Manufacturing Head
DAILY FRESH INDIA Pvt Ltd
09.2024 - Current
Plant Manager
Manjushree Techno pack.
03.2024 - 08.2024
PLANT MANAGER
ETERNA plastics Manufacturing Company LLC.
05.2015 - 11.2023
PLANT MANGER
NEELKAMAL Plastics Factory LLC
01.2010 - 03.2015
PRODUCTION MANAGER
ALAIN Mineral Water Co. (PJSC)
05.2005 - 12.2009
PRODUCTION MANAGER
Al Sane & Partners Co., (NADA).
08.2003 - 02.2005
PRODUCTION MANAGER
MOTHERSON AUTOMOTIVE Engineering Technology Ltd (MATE)
06.1998 - 05.2003
Post Graduate Diploma in Plastics Engineering Technology -
CIPET
B.Sc. (Chemistry) -
Madurai Kama raj University
MBA (Operations Management) -
SRM University
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