Vishal Salunkhe
Satara
Summary
Results-driven professional with strong management and critical thinking skills, dedicated to enhancing organizational productivity and quality. Proven ability to thrive in demanding environments while driving overall development and growth. Committed to achieving company success through effective skill application and strategic problem-solving.
Overview
20
20
years of professional experience
Work History
Unit Manager (Assembly + Purchase +Planning ) – PHE Factory + Sourcing Manager for satara site
Alfa Laval India Limited
Satara
07.2025 - Current
- Maintained SDOT, Squality, DOTp, and MO lead time metrics for operational efficiency.
- Coordinated interdepartmental efforts to ensure project alignment and timely execution.
- Supported development of alternate suppliers, enhancing sourcing flexibility and reducing risks.
- Negotiated direct material contracts to secure advantageous terms and pricing.
- Contributed to costing updates, improving accuracy of budget forecasts.
- Contributed to ISO and OHSAS audits to uphold regulatory compliance.
Unit Manager (SU +Purchase) – PHE Factory
Alfa Laval India Limited
Satara
02.2022 - 07.2025
- Maintained SDOT, Squality, DOTp, and MO lead time metrics to ensure operational excellence.
- Supported development of alternate suppliers to enhance procurement strategies.
- Participated in costing updates to optimize budget allocations across projects.
- Coordinated with various departments to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
- Analyzed MO variance to identify improvement opportunities within processes.
- Contributed to ISO and OHSAS audits to uphold regulatory compliance.
- Oversaw assembly processes to ensure adherence to quality standards.
Unit Manager (SU +CU+Purchase) – PHE Factory
Alfa Laval India Limited
Satara
04.2017 - 01.2022
- Maintained SDOT, Squality, DOTp metrics to ensure operational efficiency.
- Supported development of alternate suppliers to enhance supply chain resilience.
- Coordinated with various departments to streamline cross-functional operations.
- Managed MO lead time and variance for optimal production flow.
- Participated in ISO and OHSAS audits to uphold quality standards.
- Oversaw assembly and press line operations to ensure compliance with guidelines.
- Contributed in costing updates to provide accurate financial forecasting.
- Engaged in continuous improvement initiatives across all production lines.
Unit Manager ( SU +Order Handling +Purchase) – PHE Factory
Alfa Laval India Limited
Satara
04.2015 - 03.2017
- Maintained SDOT, DOTp, and MO lead time metrics to ensure operational efficiency.
- Coordinated with various departments to facilitate effective communication and collaboration.
- Supported development of alternative suppliers to enhance sourcing flexibility.
- Contributed to costing updates to optimize budget allocations and cost management.
- Managed Assembly shop operations to ensure timely production and quality standards.
- Provided technical support to sales team, addressing inquiries and facilitating solutions.
- Conducted monthly planning sessions for Assembly shop to align priorities with sales objectives.
- Participated in ISO and OHSAS audits to uphold compliance and continuous improvement standards.
Unit Manager ( SU +Order Handling) – PHE Factory
Alfa Laval India Limited
Satara
08.2011 - 03.2015
- Reduced lead time through strategic planning and cross-departmental coordination.
- Played a key role in updating costing update.
- Contributed in ISO and OHSAS audits, ensuring compliance and quality standards.
- Managed assembly shop operations and provided technical support to sales.
- Developed monthly plans for the assembly shop to optimize workflow.
- Led monthly meetings with sales team to address priority changes.
Order Handler +Basic Data + Planner +Team Manager/EPD
Alfa Laval India Limited
Satara
01.2010 - 07.2011
- Executed daily planning for operations, ensuring efficient workflow on shop floor.
- Managed changes in ERP systems to enhance data accuracy and accessibility.
- Led new product development (NPD) and existing product development (EPD) launches, driving innovation.
- Responsible for 1 cell in shop floor
Order Handler +Basic Data + Planner
Alfa Laval India Limited
Satara
05.2007 - 12.2009
- Responsible for day to day planning
- Changes in ERP.
- Responsible for NPD & EPD launch
Supervisor
Alfa Laval India Limited (On Contract Basis)
Satara
01.2006 - 04.2007
- Conducted thorough study of GA drawings for production accuracy.
- Managed manufacturing processes for plates to meet specifications.
- Oversaw assembly, gasketing, painting, and welding operations during second shift.
- Inspected quality of wooden pallets to ensure compliance for PHE packing.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
K.B.P. College of Engineering
Satara01.2005
Intermediate - Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
Y.C. College of Science
Satara01.2000
SSC - Satara
New English School
Satara01.1998
Skills
- Manufacturing
- ALPS
- Lean Manufacturing
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt
- Change Management
- Project Management
- Networking
- Strategic & Analytical
- Capex
- Costing update
- Supplier development
- Team leadership
- Team building
- Financial reporting coordination
- Lead time optimization
- Problem solving
Training
- Teamcenter Training at AL Sweden, 2010
- Lean Six Sigma Black Belt Training at SKF, 02/01/10, 08/31/10
- Basic Excel, 2009
- Six Sigma Green Belt Training, 2008
- ALPS Training, 2011
- 5 'S' training, 2011
- Indizen Training, 2011
- Leadership Training, 2012, 2013
It Acquaintance
- Minitab15
- SigmaXL
- MS Project
- MS Excel
- Word
- Power Point
Personal Information
- Passport Number: H4527226
- Date of Birth: 04/28/83
- Gender: Male
- Nationality: Indian
- Marital Status: Married
Timeline
Unit Manager (Assembly + Purchase +Planning ) – PHE Factory + Sourcing Manager for satara site
Alfa Laval India Limited
07.2025 - Current
Unit Manager (SU +Purchase) – PHE Factory
Alfa Laval India Limited
02.2022 - 07.2025
Unit Manager (SU +CU+Purchase) – PHE Factory
Alfa Laval India Limited
04.2017 - 01.2022
Unit Manager ( SU +Order Handling +Purchase) – PHE Factory
Alfa Laval India Limited
04.2015 - 03.2017
Unit Manager ( SU +Order Handling) – PHE Factory
Alfa Laval India Limited
08.2011 - 03.2015
Order Handler +Basic Data + Planner +Team Manager/EPD
Alfa Laval India Limited
01.2010 - 07.2011
Order Handler +Basic Data + Planner
Alfa Laval India Limited
05.2007 - 12.2009
Supervisor
Alfa Laval India Limited (On Contract Basis)
01.2006 - 04.2007
Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical
K.B.P. College of Engineering
Intermediate - Mathematics, Physics and Chemistry
Y.C. College of Science
SSC - Satara
New English School
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