Experience

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  Maniratna chemicals ltd.

  Jul 1999 - Jan 2001

  Shift engineer
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  Adani wilmar limited

  Jan 2001 - Nov 2002

  Shift - in charge

  Have had exposure in commissioning & shift operation of PLC based Continuous Edible Oil Refinery - 800 MTPD, Batch Hydrogenation Plant -100 MTPD (Desmet) And PET bottles, HDPE Jars, Pouches & tins filling lines in 2001/2002

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  Punjas fiji

  Feb 2003 - Nov 2008

  Plant head

  Punja & Sons (Oil) Ltd., Lautoka, Fiji-Islands (Edible Oil Refinery Unit & Dairy Unit)• Successfully steered an expansion and modification project of a batch type Chemical Refinery to the continuous edible oil refinery-100 MTPD with bottles filling lines – 2004/2005.• Received ‘Fiji Business Excellence Award’ by leading team members for Punjas (Dairy) Ltd. In 2007Major Highlights:• Ensured overall profitability of operations and accountable for strategic utilization of available resources. Managed plant operations to ensure timely completion of production targets within pre-designated time and cost parameters.• Spearheaded production & inventory management, vendor development for un-interrupted production and coordinating with customers for ensuring quality delivery.• Prepared and ensured budget planning for overall operation including the maintenance operation. Finalized the preventive maintenance schedule. • Catered to project activities involving working out various requirements with respect to utilities, machines, manpower & monitoring overall project operations for ensuring timely completion• Generated awareness and ensured adherence to the quality standards as QMS, EH&S Management and overseeing implementation of various stages of workflow using quality tools• Maintaining ISO 9001 quality standards & HACCP for the whole operation Show less

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  Savanna beef & hi-pro group

  Dec 2008 - Nov 2009

  Unit head

  Strategically planned and executed feasibility study on sustainable Bio-Ethanol Production from molasses according to defined policies by Energy Regulation Board in Zambia.Major Highlights:• Improved the skills level of staff members of different departments though proper coaching and training to improve business productivity.• Accomplished productivity improvement by 15 to 20% and boosted utilization of equipment by 90% by developing staff multi-tasking skills through on-the-job trainings and Hr-succession plan.• Streamlined entire procedures to improve business productivity and plant utilization and efficiently reduced debtors up to 30% and decreased operational cost up to 15% by developing effective strategic planning Show less

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  National aquaculture group | naqua

  Jan 2010 - Aug 2017

  Sr. manager – engineering & technology (factory process, maintenance & projects)

  • Inspected performance of plant on regular basis, including maintenance facilities, machinery, and infrastructure to maintain uptime of plant and machinery in factory to achieve business targets.• Conducted in-depth root-cause analysis to eliminate/minimize downtime caused by technical failures. Implemented corrective actions and devised a strategy to enhance the efficiency of equipment and machinery.• Optimized stock levels through a thorough analysis of store conditions. Ordered stock, including spare parts, based on client and operational requirements.• Set up strong, long-term relationships with vendors to ensure the timely procurement of spare parts and maintenance services.• Managed end-to-end project procedures, encompassing engineering, procurement, pre-commissioning, commissioning, contracts, and Occupational Health and Safety (OH&S) management.• Focused on achieving business targets with minimal to no downtime. Ensured all equipment operated in accordance with defined guidelines by OH&S, BRC, ISO, EU, SFDA, BAP, 5S, GMP, and Kaizen.• Elevated operational efficiency by overseeing all engineering and maintenance procedures encompassing preventive maintenance of electro-mechanical processing machinery, automated production, packaging lines, and industrial refrigeration.Accomplishments: • Strategized and implemented corrective & preventive maintenance program (Infor-LN Maintenance & Spare-parts warehouse modules) for all operational assets, machinery, and equipment.• Led an expansion project of a Shrimp Processing Plant (Frozen and Fresh) from 80 tons per day to 140 tons per day in March/April 2011 and from 140 tons per day to 250-300 tons per day (Feb 2017 – May 2017). • Led installation & commissioning of 50 MTD Fish Processing Plant - Nov/Dec 2013.• Commissioned and executed Fat Extraction Unit (Chitin and Derivatives from Shrimps’ Heads and Shells) and Rendering Plant Show less

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  Tatadra pacifika (division of f.r.i.e.n. & d.- ngo)

  Nov 2017 - Jan 2019

  Head of operations

  I had directed installation, commissioning, and production of a Nitrogen freezing technology-based Freeze-dried/fruits processing plant. I managed the operations of a Cassava gluten-free flour unit, ensuring compliance with regulatory requirements set by statutory bodies. I coordinated the production of tamarind chutney, pickles, and jam, contributing to increased business profitability through a focus on production, maintenance, and quality control priorities. Expertly crafted sales projections and budgets for streamlined operational efficiency.Accomplishments: • Acquired and maintained the ISO & HACCP certification for the food processing unit.• Rolled out proper floor operations and reduced operational/processing costs by 15%. Show less

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  Vnkc agrocom private limited - india

  Feb 2019 - Jul 2020

  Plant head

  I was Leading plant operations for Nuts processing and Fruit dehydrating Units, overseeing crucial processes such as Roasting, Blanching, Sortex Operation, Coating, and Seasoning/Spices flavoring Units. Enforcing stringent compliance with quality standards, incorporating QMS and EH&S Management, and implemented workflow stages using quality tools. Proactively ensured my teams met production targets within set time and cost parameters. Finalized budgets for raw materials (RM), packaging materials (PM), and critical spare parts, optimizing Inventory Management.Accomplishments: • Developed and implemented a cross-functional matrix through On-the-Job Training (OJT) and reduced 10% to 15% workforce• Rolled out process improvement and reduced the rejects % for Peanut processing (increased the recovery by 3% to 4%)• Optimized the throughput and reduced the casual labor force by 20%. • Steered the peanut frying, coating, and seasoning /spices flower processing lines - New project. • Implemented a proper hygiene and 5S program at roasting, blanching, and sortex operation areas. Show less

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  Avodemia

  Oct 2020 - now

  General manager - factory

  I am leading factory operations, specializing in Avocado fresh pack and oil extraction/refining ensuring business profitability and strategic resource utilization. Collaborating with supply chain teams, I source high-quality fruits, critical for premium product production. Cultivating productive client relationships, lead teams in production and maintenance, overseeing quality management, and achieving production targets. I excel in techno-commercial operations, managing procurement, assessing production costs, and implementing inventory management strategies. Guides finance team in cash flow management, payment planning, and PNL analysis. I specialize in optimizing operational efficiency and ensuring sustainable business growth.Accomplishments: • Successfully implemented a proper working culture on the floor through the organizational hierarchy. Developed and implemented a cross-functional matrix through On-the-Job Training (OJT) and reduced 22% to 25% workforce.• Rolled out process improvement and achieved more/additional 2% to 2.5% yield for Avocado oil extraction.• Rolled out proper floor operations and reduced operational/processing costs by 20% to 25%. Controlled the debtors & creditors and improved the Cash-flow by 15% to 20%• Completed the Oil Refining process as an additional operation to boost the business by 30%. Show less