Kirankumar Rathod
Senior Manager( Production and Vendor Development)
Pune
Summary
With a proven track record at Induction Equipment India Pvt. Ltd., I excel in strategic planning and talent development, enhancing operational efficiency by 20% through lean manufacturing practices. My leadership fosters strong cross-functional communication, driving team productivity and stakeholder satisfaction.
Core Competencies
- Production Planning & Scheduling
- Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
- Budgeting & Cost Reduction Strategies
- Team Leadership & Staff Development
- Vendor & Supplier Management
- Safety & Compliance Standards
- Production Metrics & Reporting
- Cross-Functional Team Collaboration
- Problem-Solving & Troubleshooting
Overview
14
14
years of professional experience
4
4
years of post-secondary education
1
1
Language
Work History
Sr.Manager( Production and Vendor Development)
Induction Equipment India Pvt.Ltd
01.2023 - Current
- Established strong relationships with clients and stakeholders, ensuring long-term partnerships and repeat business.
- Implemented and developed operational standards, policies and procedures.
- Held monthly meetings to create business plans and workshops to drive successful business.
- Provided strong leadership to enhance team productivity and morale.
- Oversee and manage end-to-end production processes across multiple product lines, ensuring on-time delivery, quality standards, and cost-efficiency.
- Supervise a team of 30+ employees, providing leadership and mentoring to improve performance and productivity.
- Implement Lean manufacturing practices, resulting in a 20% increase in overall efficiency and a 15% reduction in production costs within the first year.
- Collaborate with engineering and R&D teams to drive continuous improvements in manufacturing processes and product designs.
- Monitor production KPIs (Key Performance Indicators), preparing regular reports for senior management and identifying areas for process optimization.
- Manage inventory control systems, reduce stock-outs by 10%, and maintain optimal raw material levels to prevent production delays.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a zero-accident record by enforcing strict safety protocols.
- Lead initiatives to reduce production waste, achieving a 12% reduction in material waste over two years.
- Coordinate with suppliers and vendors to ensure timely delivery of materials and resolve any quality or delivery issues.
Manager (Production and Vendor Development)
Induction Equipment India Pvt.Ltd.
Pune
01.2020 - 01.2023
- Managed and motivated employees to be productive and engaged in work.
- Accomplished multiple tasks within established timeframes.
- Maximized performance by monitoring daily activities and mentoring team members.
- Enhanced customer satisfaction by resolving disputes promptly, maintaining open lines of communication, and ensuring high-quality service delivery.
- Managed production schedules for a team of 15+ operators and technicians in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.
- Directed production planning, ensuring that output met customer demand while maintaining cost-effectiveness and high quality.
- Streamlined production workflows using Lean techniques, reducing lead time by 18% and improving production cycle time.
- Spearheaded cross-functional collaboration between quality, maintenance, and procurement teams, ensuring smooth operations.
- Conducted root cause analysis on production bottlenecks and implemented corrective actions that led to a 15% improvement in efficiency.
Assistant Production Manager
Induction Equipment India Pvt.Ltd
Pune
01.2016 - 01.2020
- Developed detailed production reports for senior management, providing insight into key performance metrics.
- Managed daily operations of the production floor, ensuring all tasks were completed accurately and efficiently.
- Completed and recorded recycling and rework documentation with high degree of accuracy.
- Defined manufacturing performance standards and reviewed outcome of performance goals to set future targets.
- Assisted in the supervision of day-to-day production operations for a manufacturing facility, ensuring that production goals were met.
- Tracked and analyzed production data to identify inefficiencies and provided recommendations for process improvements.
- Worked closely with maintenance teams to schedule regular equipment maintenance, reducing downtime by 20%.
- Coordinated the ordering and delivery of materials, ensuring the supply chain was aligned with production demands.
- Trained and mentored new production staff, ensuring they were familiar with all safety protocols and standard operating procedures.
Production Supervisor
Induction Equipment India Pvt.Ltd
Pune
01.2011 - 01.2016
- Resolved issues quickly to maintain productivity goals.
- Coordinated with other departments to maintain smooth and efficient product flow.
- Improved product quality by monitoring production processes, conducting inspections, and initiating corrective actions as needed.
- Optimized workflow through effective resource allocation and scheduling adjustments.
- Supervised a team of 10 operators in an automotive parts manufacturing facility.
- Ensured that production targets were met while maintaining strict adherence to quality standards and deadlines.
- Implemented process improvements that resulted in a 5% increase in production output.
- Managed inventory and maintained optimal stock levels to minimize shortages and delays.
Education
Bachelor of Engineering(Mechanical) - Mechanical Engineering
AISSMS COE PUNE
PUNE 06.2004 - 08.2008
Skills
Strategic planning
Talent development
Operations management
Resource allocation
Operations planning
Documentation and reporting
Cross-functional communication
Timeline
Sr.Manager( Production and Vendor Development)
Induction Equipment India Pvt.Ltd
01.2023 - Current
Manager (Production and Vendor Development)
Induction Equipment India Pvt.Ltd.
01.2020 - 01.2023
Assistant Production Manager
Induction Equipment India Pvt.Ltd
01.2016 - 01.2020
Production Supervisor
Induction Equipment India Pvt.Ltd
01.2011 - 01.2016
Bachelor of Engineering(Mechanical) - Mechanical Engineering
AISSMS COE PUNE
06.2004 - 08.2008
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