SHASHI KAPOOR
Gurgaon
Summary
Seasoned Operations and Manufacturing Leader with over 30 years of experience driving business transformation, operational excellence, and sustainable growth within the automotive industry. Proven expertise in strategic planning, P&L management, cost optimization, and leading high-performance teams. Adept at improving profitability, optimizing manufacturing processes, and delivering long-term enterprise value through disciplined execution and continuous improvement.
Overview
6
6
years of professional experience
Work History
Plant Head
Uno Minda Limited
06.2024 - Current
- Lead complete plant business operations including customer acquisition, strategic planning, and cost reduction.
- Oversee manufacturing, production, quality, and maintenance to ensure operational excellence.
- Implement cost optimization initiatives to enhance profitability and financial performance.
- Ensure adherence to industry standards, quality benchmarks, and compliance requirements.
- Manage vendor relationships to improve supply chain efficiency and reduce procurement costs.
- Key Achievements:
- Improved operational efficiency through streamlined processes and best practices.
- Reduced defects and enhanced product quality, increasing customer satisfaction.
- Delivered measurable cost savings and strengthened vendor partnerships.
Chief Operating Officer
Amzen Machines Pvt. Ltd.
12.2022 - 06.2024
- Directed overall business operations with focus on customer acquisition, strategy, and cost reduction.
- Managed manufacturing, production, quality, and maintenance operations.
- Led financial planning and budget management to ensure fiscal discipline and profitability.
- (Acquired by RKG Asset Management)
- Key Achievements:
- Improved operational efficiency through process streamlining.
- Enhanced product quality through rigorous quality controls.
- Expanded customer base and increased market share.
Vice President – Operations
MDC Group
12.2019 - 08.2020
- Headed operations for Tata, Renault, Hero, and Maruti.
- Managed a workforce of 400+ employees with annual output of approximately 10,000 tonnes.
- Implemented COVID-19 safety protocols ensuring operational continuity.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering -
Panjab University
PatialaSkills
- Technical: Production Management, Vendor Management, Process Improvement, Quality Control, Product Development, Budget Management, TPM, Preventive Maintenance, Die Casting, Statistical Process Control
- Leadership: Team Leadership, Strategic Planning, Problem Solving, Communication, Negotiation
- Core Competencies: Operations Management, P&L Management, Process Optimization, Manufacturing Excellence
Accomplishments
- Reduced manpower from 83 to 65 through floor layout redesign.
- Reduced rejection rates from 19% to 13% through process optimization.
- Led robotic die casting automation initiatives and productivity improvements.
- Reduced operational cost from 158/kg to 136/kg.
Languages
English (Fluent)
Hindi (Fluent)
Punjabi (Native)
Earlier Leadership Roles
- Plant Head – MJ Casting Ltd. (Uno Minda Group)
- Senior General Manager – Sunbeam Lightweight Solutions Pvt. Ltd.
- Operations Head – Rico Auto Industries Ltd.
- General Manager – Manufacturing – Sunbeam Auto Pvt. Ltd.
- Plant Head – A A Autotech Pvt. Ltd.
- Deputy General Manager – Production – Rico Auto Industries Ltd.
- Assistant General Manager – Production – Oswal Castings Pvt. Ltd.
- Assistant Manager – Production – Wearnes Precision (Thailand) Ltd.
Timeline
Plant Head
Uno Minda Limited
06.2024 - Current
Chief Operating Officer
Amzen Machines Pvt. Ltd.
12.2022 - 06.2024
Vice President – Operations
MDC Group
12.2019 - 08.2020
Bachelor of Engineering -
Panjab University