Experience

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  UKB Electronics Pvt. Ltd.

  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

  • Plant Head

    • Apr 2022 - Present
    • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

    Dynamic career of nearly 32 years in managing complete plant operations inAuto Industry,Autoancillary,Process industry along with managing large scaleprojects, multiple process, conducting profitability planning, enhancing the revenue &many more; showcased proven capabilities in turning around the non-profit makingunit into a profitable unit through implementation of multiple strategiesExhibited excellence in managing the functions of plant set-up, policies &procedures implementation, budget formulation, quality assurance and control;tackled growth challenges for the plant with focus on accelerating plant performanceand enhancing operational efficiencyDecisive, strategic and performance-driven professional with merit of deliveringtransformational change in Plant; directed functions for P&L, Strategic Planning,Production, Maintenance, Tool Maintenance, Quality, Logistics, Engineering, CostOptimization, Process Improvements, HR, Stakeholder & Team ManagementInsightful professional with notable success in directing a broad range of PlantOperations, while participating in yearly planning, analysis & implementation ofsolutions in support of business objectives; led P&L activities for business projects;conducted gap analysis, assessed scope of studies and suggested solutions;successfully managed set of 1000+ personnel of various Departments of the plantDrove & managed manufacturing and sourcing activities with a view toenhance the operational efficiency of operations and achieve cost reduction throughimproved efficiency of operations, vendor development, materials management &inventory control and waste eliminationPossess an innate flair of accepting challenges with skills in formulatingbudgets, SOPs & policies, designing systems & processes, effectuating valueengineering techniques, Career Timeline (Recent 6)Aprr'22 - PresentUKB Electronics as Plant Head

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  Hindustan National Glass & Industries Limited.

  • Vice President Operations

    • Feb 2021 - Apr 2022

    Managing total Operations of Glass plant, Manufacturing Bottles for various sectors including Pharmaceuticals. ● Responsible for P&L of the plant. ● Improved Manufacturing efficiencies of the plant by continuous monitoring, improvement of process. ● Managing Professionals from Design, Purchase, Manufacturing, Maintenance, HR, Qc, PPC till Delivery efficiently. ● Consistent improvement in Quality, Cost and Delivery by ensuring Operational Excellence in plant. ● Active Member of CII- Confederation of Indian Industries in Pondicherry. ● Managing set of 1000+ personnel of various Departments of the plant. ● Taking Cost Drive in the plant by Cut-Cost at All-Cost Strategies and thereby improvement in EBIDTA. ● Collaborating with all team and making sure improvements by Kaizens Poka Yokes and thereby improving Process & quality of product ● Active involvement in achieving Energy saving Projects and thereby reducing cost of energy utilized. ● Successfully practiced Lean Manufacturing in the unit ● Active Contribution with the team for Quality improvements and thereby ensuring customer satisfaction. ● Driving the Synergy of the team by various confidence improvement programs technical sessions and mentally as well as bodily by practicing yoga, pranayama, catch-up sessions

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  Spark Minda

  • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

  • Plant Head , GM Operations

    • Jun 2019 - Sep 2020
    • Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

    Taking care of Operations of Plant and Managing 2500 plus personnel ● Ensured Quality Award from Ashok LeyLand in Nov 2019 ● Ensured TVSM Platinum awards in Quality by continuous monitoring of Process ● Improvement of Productivity by LCA Projects ● Handling Multiple customers and ensuring smooth delivery of components ● Ensuring Cost control by CSA2C measures and ensuring Operations within Budget levels ● Active Participation in Transition from Bs4 to Bs6 by effective control in all 4 M S ● Efficiently implemented: i. Mistake proofing arrangement, semi automation, achieved customer end zero ppm which was appreciated by management ii. Low cost automation projects in key production areas and improved overall productivity by 10% ● Conditioning monitoring practices and a robust preventive maintenance schedule which reduced maintenance costs ● Taking care of Shop Floor Basic hygiene elements ● Controlling KPIS by effective use of war rooms mechanisms ● Participating futuristic projects plans for control of four M s ● Implemented Zero defect line in shop floor by effective process control and audits

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  TVS SUNDARAM CLAYTON

  • Chennai Area, India

  • GM Operations

    • May 2017 - Apr 2019
    • Chennai Area, India

    ● Performance-driven Professional with over 28 years of high caliber experience in manufacturing and Operations in reputed organizations in Plant Administration, Production Management, Process Improvement, Quality Management and Team Management● Hands-on experience in implementing energy saving projects thereby saving energy cost & resourceful at strategizing techniques for maximum utilization of manpower/ machinery● Track record of implementing quality systems/ procedures in line with ISO-16949, ISO 14001 and ensuring strict adherence to minimize scrap generation● Expertise in entire plant operations with key focus on top line & bottom line profitability by monitoring optimal utilization of resources● Proficient in identifying scope for planning and implementing technological changes to enhance efficiency● An enterprising leader with skills in leading personnel towards accomplishment of common goal.

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  Kyungshin industrial Motherson Ltd

  • Chennai Area, India

  • DEPUTY GENERAL MANAGER,UNIT HEAD

    • Apr 2008 - Apr 2017
    • Chennai Area, India

    A competent professional ( B.E (HONS ) MBA ) BE Mechanical From National institute of Technology, MBA from ICFAI ) with 27 years of industrial experience in Plant Administration, Maintenance, Operations and Production Planning & Control. Proven track record of increasing revenues, streamlining operations, evolving process improvement strategies and creating team work environment (Manufacturing & Engineering Team) to enhance productivity. Dynamic change agent skilled in repositioning organizations to achieve operational & manufacturing excellence. Effectively headed & handled new product development activities of the various products. Expertise in implementing cost saving measures to achieve substantial reduction in terms of man days, production cost, raw materials, etc. Skilled and Adept in involving resource planning, in-process inspection, team building and co-ordination with internal / external departments. An effective communicator with skills and abilities in forging business partnerships, lead cross-cultural teams & establish relationships with key players in the industry. Key Deliverables across the tenure Strategic Management Process Improvement/Value Engineering,  Production Operations  Quality Management  New Product Development General / Personnel Administration

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  WIMCO ( ITC GROUP)

  • Chennai Area, India

  • Works Manager

    • Jan 2006 - Mar 2008
    • Chennai Area, India

    ● Responsible for plant having all direct and indirect functions directly reporting to me. Plant had a turnover of 60 crore and employed 35 Executives and 350 operatives● Managed production, quality assurance and maintenance functions assuring achievement of quantity, quality & cost objectives● Implemented programs for upgrading systems, reengineering processes and reducing costs by 10%● Introduced an effective process audit & review mechanism which reduced internal rejections by 21%, and 40% reduction in customer complaints. ● Deployed Balanced Scorecard (BSC) up to the first line supervisor level along with an effective monthly reviews● Spearheaded successful certification of the plant to ISO/TS 16949:2002 directly from ISO 9002:1994. Won the MD’s Special Commendation Award for this initiative.● Guided the implementation of various projects reducing energy costs by Rs. 10 lacs and introduced energy audits to identify further opportunities for energy saving.● Developed annual budgets and ensured effective functioning of QMS and Maintenance departments● Negotiated and finalized the settlement with the Union incorporating variable productivity linked incentives as part of the salary package, leading to increasing in plant output by 8%● Coordinated with key customers and finalized specifications for new products.● Developed and implemented policies & procedures which significantly reduced rejections at the plant and at customer end.● Implemented training & development schedules to build capabilities of team members and established KPIs with effective performance appraisals.

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  INOX AIR PRODUCTS LTD

  • Chennai Area, India

  • Deputy Manager,Works ,Operations and maintainance

    • Jan 1998 - Dec 2005
    • Chennai Area, India

    ● Took care of Operations of Oxygen Plant, D.A Plants,N20 Plant, Liquid Filling stations,● Ensured smooth running of Plant by taking up effective maintenance schedules● Effectively Managed the plant with Minimum breakdowns ● Managed production, quality assurance and maintenance functions assuring achievement of quantity, quality .● Also involved in smooth running of UHP Nitrogen plant by effective planning and maintenance scheduling and ensured 24*7 running in underground pipelines to IOCL,FPL With almost nil stoppages and ensured customer supplies smoothly.● Active involvement and coordinated with Swiss expert and completed N2O Plant ahead of schedule ● Coordinated and ensured installing and running of UHP Nitrogen Filling stations● Took care of Cylinder testing facilities ● Organised Argon filling facilities in Plant and ensured effective filling and supplies to customer end.● Formed a good team and active team player ensured effective coordination for Running of continuous running process plant.● Continuous monitoring of Plant Performances and improved efficiencies .● Successfully run the plant in 1998 during labour unrest with engineers and supervisors which was highly by management.● Ensured smooth supplies of medical oxygen by active coordination in production activities in filling

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  BOC India Ltd,

  • Kolkotta,Bhilai

  • Engineer,Sr.Engineer

    • Jul 1989 - Dec 1997
    • Kolkotta,Bhilai