Dynamic manufacturing executive with a proven track record at PepsiCo India, excelling in production planning and quality management. Expert in continuous improvement and team leadership, driving operational efficiency and reducing waste. Skilled in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) and adept at decision-making, fostering a culture of excellence and compliance.
Overview
7
7
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
MANUFACTURING EXECUTIVE
PEPSICO INDIA HOLDING PVT LTD
Patiala
12.2023 - Current
Oversaw all operations and maintenance activities during shifts, focusing on continuous improvement initiatives.
Managed unionized workforce at plant to ensure compliance and operational effectiveness.
Implemented quality, hygiene, safety, and Total Productive Maintenance culture to drive organizational growth.
Coordinated with teams to determine optimal machine usage, operating lines, and SKU combinations based on capacities and dispatch priorities.
Minimized waste and rejects while maximizing capacity utilization during shifts.
Controlled waste management, ensured machine availability, and reduced breakdown percentage to maintain material efficiency per Annual Operating Plan.
Led cross-functional teams to enhance operational workflows.
OPERATION OFFICER
GODREJ CONSUMER PRODUCT LTD
Baddi
05.2021 - 12.2023
Directed new product development initiatives while managing operational and maintenance activities during shifts.
Supervised 80 employees across various locations to ensure optimal performance.
Collaborated with scheduling teams to assess production schedules and change logs, mitigating potential obstacles.
Reported production efficiencies and quantities to senior management for informed decision-making.
Executed root cause analyses to address project issues and implemented preventative measures.
SHIFT OFFICER
VVF (INDIA) LTD
Baddi
06.2020 - 05.2021
Managed all operations during shifts and executed additional duties as assigned by Senior Leadership.
Allocated manpower and guided workmen for efficient changeovers and troubleshooting manufacturing issues.
Conducted training sessions on waste and rework impacts on product costs and factory operations.
Participated in Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to enhance overall factory efficiency.
Monitored daily process parameters, addressing bottlenecks through brainstorming and prompt action.
Ensured compliance with safety protocols and familiarity with permit-to-work systems.
PROCESS ENGINEER (GAT)
FAIVELEY TRANSPORT RAILTECHNOLOGIES INDIA LTD
Baddi
05.2019 - 05.2020
Designed and validated manufacturing processes, exceeding customer technical requirements and cost objectives.
Implemented manufacturing processes for new product introductions, aligning with customer feedback through APQP.
Documented various manufacturing activities using PFD, PFMEA, control plans, and SOPs.
Led manufacturing process implementation, including facilities layout, equipment selection, and workflow optimization.
Provided production data such as control charts and performance metrics to monitor progress toward targets.
Pursued continuous improvement initiatives through mistake proofing, 5S, Kaizens, and 3M methodologies for cost reduction.
Education
B.TECH. - Mechanical Engineering
HIMACHAL PRADESH TECHNICAL UNIVERSITY
Hamirpur, H.P
01-2018
Skills
Production planning and quality management
Safety and environmental compliance
Leadership and team development
Continuous improvement and problem solving
Total productive maintenance (TPM)
Decision making and project management
Microsoft Excel and PowerPoint
Process optimization
Certification
Potato Chips Site Expert Trainer (PC SET) Certified.
Accomplishments
Won the Monthly Award many times for achieving the highest production.
Participation in QC LQC.
Won the CII Gold Award in the Restorative Kaizen category.
Won the Star Award for the Good & Green Initiative.
Won the Appreciation Award in material efficiency improvement in the packaging area.