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UNMESH BHAKARE

UNMESH BHAKARE

Head Packaging - Ferrero India Pvt Ltd
Pune

Summary

A results-driven professional with over 25 years of extensive experience in the FMCG sector, specializing in Operations, Quality, Asset Care, Project Management, and Packaging Development. Renowned for decisive leadership, strategic planning and forecasting, strong analytical acumen, and expertise in manpower management.

Overview

2025
2025
years of professional experience
1994
1994
years of post-secondary education
3
3
Languages

Work History

General Manager – Packaging Deployment

Ferrero India Pvt Ltd
1 2022 - Current
  • Ensured seamless packaging material supplies while prioritizing food safety, packaging quality, and sustainability.
  • Managed quality, productivity, and cost through Operational Excellence for three converters manufacturing Tic Tac containers, lids, plastic trees, Kinder Joy spoons, Rocher boxes, etc., for Ferrero.
  • Collaborated with local business units for Kinder Joy, Tic Tac, Rocher, and other brands in India, as well as various central teams, to develop new packaging solutions and associated equipment.
  • Worked closely with the production and quality departments to enhance line and quality efficiencies related to packaging processes.
  • Led the implementation of Operational Excellence initiatives in the Moulding section to boost operational efficiency.
  • Achieved a 35% increase in overall utilization, reduced quality rejection from 3.1% to 0.49%, and decreased maintenance costs by 50%.
  • Successfully executed Packaging PDP projects with an annual output of 70 projects, coordinating with respective business units and aligning with plant KPIs of SQCDME (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Morale, and Environment).

Associate General Manager- Packaging Deployment

Ferrero India Pvt Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2021

Sr. Manager – Packaging Deployment

Ferrero India Pvt Ltd
Pune
12.2015 - 12.2019

Plant Manager

Parle Agro Pvt Ltd.
09.2015 - 12.2015
  • Increased plant capacity by expanding production lines to eight, including six Tetra PAK lines and two PET lines.
  • Established and monitored performance parameters for the plant to track operational efficiency and growth.
  • Managed breakdowns and conducted regular root cause analysis through PDCA meetings to identify and address issues promptly.
  • Ensured compliance with Safety, Quality, and Productivity standards as per organizational and statutory requirements.
  • Implemented the Manufacturing Excellence programme to enhance operational efficiencies across the plant.
  • Achieved a 31% reduction in overall plant utility costs compared to 2013-14.
  • Improved material yields by 1-2% compared to 2013-14.
  • Reduced maintenance costs by 25% compared to 2013-14.
  • Proposed and installed a 5 TPH Briquette Fire Boiler under the Manufacturing Excellence programme for enhanced energy efficiency.
  • Installed a new Edge Pack – Tetra PAK 9000 packs/hr line, achieving a running efficiency of 92%.

Sr. Manager – Technical

Parle Agro Pvt Ltd.
08.2013 - 08.2015

Manager Manufacturing

Carlsberg India Pvt Ltd.
06.2012 - 07.2013
  • Managed productivity across manpower, machinery, and materials for the entire Glass and CAN beer production lines, ensuring operational efficiency.
  • Implemented asset care practices through programs like Manufacturing Way and PRODEX (Production Excellence Program), monitoring ROI and driving continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Enhanced Glass line OEE by 15% through targeted improvements under the PRODEX framework.
  • Successfully installed and commissioned a new CAN line with 300 CPM capacity, achieving record completion time with PLC automation and synchronization of line equipment, attaining 80%+ utilization.
  • Executed a ₹60 Crores project in Dharuhera within four months, including: Expanding Brew House capacity from 1.5 lakh HL/annum to 3.0 lakh HL/annum.
    Transitioning from Krone's PLC-based SCADA to Zimeaan PLC SCADA system for enhanced process control.Overhauling the Utility and Packaging sections for optimized performance.
  • Directed the erection and commissioning of a new 6 MT boiler (Thermax make) to support increased production capacity.
  • Erected and commissioned a new 24,000 BPH labeler (Zongade make), streamlining packaging operations.

Associate Manager- Production

Carlsberg India Pvt Ltd.
05.2010 - 05.2012

Assistant Production Manager

PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt. Ltd
12.2005 - 04.2010
  • Spearheaded the development and production of the 7UP curvy sleeved bottle, leading the project from concept to execution and ensuring seamless manufacturing processes.

Mechanical Engineer

Colgate Palmolive India Ltd
03.1997 - 11.2005
  • Designed and implemented a project to enable stripe toothpaste production using a single-color toothpaste filler, optimizing existing equipment for enhanced functionality.

Trainee Engineer - Utility

SOMA Textile
10.1995 - 06.1996
  • Acquired in-depth understanding of utilities, including boilers, air compressors, DG sets, and other essential systems, ensuring efficient operation and maintenance.

Apprentice - Maintenance Engineer

NRB Bearings Ltd
10.1994 - 09.1995
  • Gained comprehensive knowledge of production and quality processes, ensuring seamless workflow and adherence to standards.

Education

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Govt. Polytechnic

Certificate Course - MS Office

Unnati Computers

Auto CAD, Microstation SE - Designing & Drafting

Apex Computers

ArtiosCAD - Design & Drafting Software for Packaging & CAPE (Palletisation)

Ferrero

Management Development Programme - undefined

Indian Institute of Management (IIM)
Indore, India

Skills

Team Building

Project Execution

Data Handling

Workflow Management

System Design

AutoCAD

ArtiosCAD

Microstation SE

SAP PP & MM

PDP Portal

TS Portal

Packaging Substrates Knowledge

Stakeholder Management

Quality Improvement

Utility Savings

Manpower Savings

Material Savings

Training

  • ERP - SAP Version (PP & MM Module)
  • TPM from CII, SKF Pune
  • Brewing Executive Programme – Carlsberg, Aurangabad
  • OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency/Effectiveness) - Carlsberg, Alwar
  • Situational Leadership
  • Ferrerita (Ferrero Value & Value Chain)
  • Customer Centricity
  • Line Excellence Manager
  • Leader as guide
  • Leaders as Shapers & Transformers
  • Recruitment & On Boarding
  • Sustainability at a glance

Children

  • Daughter: Pursuing Management Studies at Indian Institute of Management (IIM), Mumbai.
  • Son: Currently in 12th standard at APK College, Hadapsar, Pune.

Timeline

Associate General Manager- Packaging Deployment

Ferrero India Pvt Ltd
01.2020 - 12.2021

Sr. Manager – Packaging Deployment

Ferrero India Pvt Ltd
12.2015 - 12.2019

Plant Manager

Parle Agro Pvt Ltd.
09.2015 - 12.2015

Sr. Manager – Technical

Parle Agro Pvt Ltd.
08.2013 - 08.2015

Manager Manufacturing

Carlsberg India Pvt Ltd.
06.2012 - 07.2013

Associate Manager- Production

Carlsberg India Pvt Ltd.
05.2010 - 05.2012

Assistant Production Manager

PepsiCo India Holdings Pvt. Ltd
12.2005 - 04.2010

Mechanical Engineer

Colgate Palmolive India Ltd
03.1997 - 11.2005

Trainee Engineer - Utility

SOMA Textile
10.1995 - 06.1996

Apprentice - Maintenance Engineer

NRB Bearings Ltd
10.1994 - 09.1995

Certificate Course - MS Office

Unnati Computers

Auto CAD, Microstation SE - Designing & Drafting

Apex Computers

ArtiosCAD - Design & Drafting Software for Packaging & CAPE (Palletisation)

Ferrero

Management Development Programme - undefined

Indian Institute of Management (IIM)

General Manager – Packaging Deployment

Ferrero India Pvt Ltd
1 2022 - Current

Diploma - Mechanical Engineering

Govt. Polytechnic

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