Smita Bait
Fibres & Materials Technical Manager
Thane
Summary
Enthusiastic Fibres & Materials Technical Manager with over 15 years of experience driving sustainability and circularity in textile and materials manufacturing. Expert in developing industry guidelines, advancing chemical management practices, and leading strategic initiatives. Proven track record of collaboration with global stakeholders to foster sustainable innovations and compliance with environmental standards. Adept at leading technical teams and steering complex projects towards impactful outcomes in the textile value chain.
Overview
15
15
years of professional experience
2
2
Certifications
Work History
Fibres & Materials Technical Manager
ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme
02.2023 - Current
- Worked on MMCF Guidelines updates, Dissolved Pulp and Recycled Polyester Guidelines, and Circularity Strategy.
- Developed MMCF Guidelines Implementation Tool on ZDHC Supplier Platform
- Led focus group discussions on MMCF and Recycled Polyester.
- Engaged with stakeholders in MMCF, Dissolved Pulp, Recycled Polyester, and Wool Fibre sectors.
- Conducted webinars providing training and updates to industry stakeholders and professionals.
- Participated in and represented organization at various global events, both in-person and virtual.
- Collaborated on projects with like-minded organizations.
Deputy Director
Wool Research Association
4 2021 - 01.2023
- Led R&D Projects, Eco & Color Laboratories
- Published over 30 research papers and 1 Indian Patent is Granted
- Internal Auditor of Textile testing laboratories as per ISO 17025:2017
Assistant Director
Wool Research Association
04.2016 - 03.2021
- Lead project investigator on research projects and testing
- Established color and chemical processing laboratories with 40% increased clientele.
Scientist
Wool Research Association
06.2009 - 03.2016
Research project Investigator
Increased R&D Funding by 30%.
Education
Ph.D. - Fibres & Textile Processing Technology
Institute of Chemical Technology
Mumbai 04.2001 -
B.Tech, M.Tech - Fibres & Textile Processing Technology
Institute of Chemical Technology
Mumbai, India 04.2001 -
Skills
- Analytical and critical thinking
- Strategic planning
- Stakeholder engagement
- Excellent communication and facilitation skills
- Research program planning & experiment design
- Analytical techniques
- Project management
Certification
Leadership & Organization Development for Women Scientist, Centre for Organization Development, Hyderabad, Organized by DST
Internships
- Clariant India Ltd., Mumbai
- Raymond-UCO Denim Private Limited
- Raymond Woolen's, Global Wool Alliance
Trainings
- Training on Biogenic Carbon Content Testing & Verification, Bengaluru (India)
- Training on the Kawa Bata instrument, Japan
- Trainer at MCED and NIFT Faculty Orientation
Conferences and Presentations
- Textile Exchange Recycled PET Round Table, Virtual (June 2024)
- Challenge the Fabric, Milan (May 2024)
- Textile Exchange Conference, London (October 2023)
- ZDHC South Europe Conference, Virtual (December 2023)
- Natural Fibre Connect, Biella ( September 2023)
- ZDHC South Asia Conference, Bengaluru (September 2023)
- Textile Exchange MMCF Unified Standard Working Session, Virtual (August 2023)
- Sportech - The future of Sport Textile & accessories Industry, Mumbai (July 2022)
- Indigenous Technology Development for Specialty Textiles, Mumbai (June 2022)
- Recent R&D initiatives and development schemes of wool & woollens, Mumbai (May 2011)
Publications
More than 30 Research Papers in various reputed national and international journals, Indian Patent is Granted.
Industrial Visits
- MMCF Facilities in India & Indonesia (Birla & APR Units)
- Pulp Manufacturing units in India & Indonesia (Birla & APR Units)
- Recycled Polyester Manufacturing units- Sulochana Mills, Revalyu, Dodhia (India)
- Denim industries -Candiani (Italy), Raymond (India)
- Virgin & Recycled Wool processing facilities -Marzotto, Manteco, Schneider (Italy), Units of Raymond (India)
Working Committee Membership
- Accelerating Circularity
- The Microfibre Consortium (Microfibre Global Rating System Working Group )
- Sustainable Fibre Alliance (Standards System Improvement Committees )
Timeline
Fibres & Materials Technical Manager
ZDHC Roadmap to Zero Programme
02.2023 - Current
Certificate Program on Industrial Textiles, Organised by Indian Technical Textile Association, Mumbai
12-2022
Leadership & Organization Development for Women Scientist, Centre for Organization Development, Hyderabad, Organized by DST
10-2021
Assistant Director
Wool Research Association
04.2016 - 03.2021
Scientist
Wool Research Association
06.2009 - 03.2016
Ph.D. - Fibres & Textile Processing Technology
Institute of Chemical Technology
04.2001 -
B.Tech, M.Tech - Fibres & Textile Processing Technology
Institute of Chemical Technology
04.2001 -
Deputy Director
Wool Research Association
4 2021 - 01.2023
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