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I am an experienced manufacturing professional with over 21 years in production planning, maintenance, quality, and documentation across various industries including road construction equipment, mining equipment, and pharma processing machinery. Currently, I hold the position of General Manager Manufacturing at Esquire Machines Pvt. Ltd, where I lead production operations, manage teams, and drive continuous process improvements.
I am passionate about optimizing production efficiency, leveraging my skills in process/project management, budgeting, manpower management, and quality control. I thrive in dynamic manufacturing environments, focusing on operational excellence, team leadership, and innovation in product development and plant operations.
Experience Level
Language
English
Advanced
Hindi
Advanced
Gujarati
Fluent
Marathi (Marāṭhī)
Advanced
Work Experience
General Manager Manufacturing at Esquire Machines Pvt. Ltd
June 1, 2024 - PresentManage entire production operations including schedules, delivery, and inventory. Responsible for production planning aligned with sales requirements. Lead continuous improvement initiatives, oversee maintenance of plant machinery, develop jigs and fixtures, and manage recruitment of technical staff for construction-related equipment manufacturing.
General Manager Operations at Model Infra Corporation Pvt. Ltd
June 1, 2024 - August 18, 2025Supervised production orders, supply chain management, and inventory control. Coordinated with customers on delivery and quality. Responsible for layout modifications, process improvements, and fabrication scheduling. Managed negotiations with suppliers and contractors, as well as plant maintenance and team recruitment in the construction equipment sector.
Head Operations at KAPS Engineers
January 31, 2024 - August 18, 2025Supervised production orders and procurement-to-dispatch workflow for food and pharma processing machinery. Led continuous improvement and quality management implementations such as ISO 9000:2015 and GMP systems. Conducted welding process improvements, vendor evaluations, and staff training in a speciality equipment manufacturing environment.
Assistant General Manager at Venus Techno Equipment Private Limited
June 1, 2021 - August 18, 2025Managed production scheduling, fabrication, quality control, and dispatch for road construction equipment. Implemented new jigs and fixtures with design team and introduced pneumatic tools to improve process efficiency. Coordinated closely with quality teams and managed team manpower effectively.
Production Manager at KYB Conmat Private Limited
April 1, 2021 - August 18, 2025Managed production and quality of construction equipment products including transit mixers and concrete pumps. Led a large workforce in fabrication, assembly, and dispatch operations. Implemented continuous improvement projects, performed root cause analysis, and collaborated closely with engineering and quality teams to meet production targets.
Junior Production Engineer at Gujarat Apollo Industries Limited
August 31, 2008 - August 18, 2025Coordinated production schedules and quality control for mining equipment including jaw crushers and vibrating screens. Assisted fabrication and painting departments to supply assembly and ensured smooth production operations.
Q.C. Inspector at Ecoman
March 1, 2008 - August 18, 2025Conducted material and fabrication inspection, pattern inspection for casting, and monitored welding processes to reduce defects. Handled vendor inspections and third-party quality assurance, ensuring compliance with quality plans and standards.
Production Supervisor at Gujarat Apollo Industries Limited
October 31, 2006 - August 18, 2025Managed production quality and schedule for asphalt and concrete batching plants. Supervised dispatch department and implemented corrective actions through root cause analysis. Conducted site visits to resolve erection problems, improving overall operation efficiency.
General Manager Manufacturing at Esquire Machines Pvt. Ltd
June 1, 2024 - PresentSupervise entire production operations including order scheduling, inventory control, supply chain management, and manpower management. Lead continuous improvement initiatives and product development including reverse engineering. Oversee plant and machinery maintenance, jigs and fixture development, and recruitment of technical staff.
General Manager Operations at Model Infra Corporation Pvt. Ltd
June 30, 2024 - August 18, 2025Managed production orders, supply chain, inventory, and quality coordination with customers. Drove continuous production process improvements and equipment maintenance. Negotiated with new suppliers, conducted line balancing, layout planning, and organized training. Responsible for new product development and workforce recruitment.
Head Operations at KAPS Engineers
January 31, 2024 - August 18, 2025Managed full product cycle from procurement to dispatch. Reduced nonproductive activities and optimized production flow. Led negotiations with suppliers and vendor development for machining and fabrication jobs. Implemented quality management systems, training programs, and Lean Six Sigma practices.
Assistant General Manager at Venus Techno Equipment Private Limited
June 30, 2021 - August 18, 2025Oversaw production scheduling and fabrication for concrete and road construction equipment products. Developed new jigs and fixtures to reduce cycle times. Coordinated closely with quality teams and managed timely dispatch and personnel assignments.
Production Manager at KYB Conmat Private Limited
April 30, 2021 - August 18, 2025Supervised production operations for road construction equipment including transit mixers and self-loading mixers. Enhanced productivity by eliminating waste and resolving production constraints. Managed quality control, product design collaborations, and led a large workforce across multiple departments.
Junior Production Engineer at Gujarat Apollo Industries Limited
August 31, 2008 - August 18, 2025Coordinated production schedules and quality control for mining equipment. Supported fabrication and painting departments and ensured timely product assembly and dispatch.
Q.C. Inspector at Ecoman
March 31, 2008 - August 18, 2025Performed material and fabrication inspections, vendor evaluations, and quality assurance planning. Conducted welding process monitoring and pre-dispatch inspections to ensure product conformance.
Production Supervisor at Gujarat Apollo Industries Limited
October 31, 2006 - August 18, 2025Managed production quality and schedules for asphalt batching and mixing plants. Supervised dispatch operations and conducted site visits to minimize production issues during plant erection.
Education
MBA in Operation Management at Jaipur National University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Degree in Welding Engineering at Indian Institute of Welding, Kolkata
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at B & B Institute of Technology, Technical Education Board, Gandhinagar
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007MBA in Operation Management at Jaipur National University
January 1, 2020 - December 31, 2020Degree in Welding Engineering at Indian Institute of Welding, Kolkata
January 1, 2018 - December 31, 2018Diploma in Mechanical Engineering at B & B Institute of Technology, Technical Education Board, Gandhinagar
January 1, 2007 - December 31, 2007Qualifications
First Aid Training
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Certificate of Skill in Desktop Publishing Operator
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025AutoCAD Certificate Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Knowledge of Inventor Design software
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Knowledge of SAP System
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Welding Inspector Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Certificate in Welding Safety, Basic Inspection Methods, Introduction to Welding Processes
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Root Cause Analysis and 8D Corrective Action Method Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Quality Management System Certificate Auditor Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Effective Communication Certificate Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025WPS, PQR, WPQ Certificate
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Advance 5S Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025ISO 9000:2015 Lead Auditor Training Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Introduction to Management Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025First Aid Training through St. John Ambulance Association
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Certificate of Skill in Desktop Publishing Operator
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025AutoCAD Certificate Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Knowledge of Inventor Design software
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Knowledge of SAP System
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Welding Inspector Certificate Course from Indian Institute of Welding
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Certificate course in Welding Safety and Inspection Methods from Canadian Welding Bureau
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Root Cause Analysis and 8D Corrective Action Method certificate course from Udemy
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Quality Management System Certificate Auditor Course from Udemy
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Effective Communication Certificate Course from LMI Baroda
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025WPS, PQR, WPQ Certificate Course from Indian Institute of Welding
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Advance 5S course from Baroda Management Association
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Lean Six Sigma Green Belt Certificate Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025ISO 9000:2015 Lead Auditor Training Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Introduction to Management Course
January 11, 2030 - August 18, 2025Industry Experience
Manufacturing, Real Estate & Construction, Energy & Utilities, Transportation & Logistics
Experience Level
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