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Sagar Kondekar

Shirwal

Summary

Results-oriented Senior Production Manager with 18 years of experience driving operational excellence and delivering significant cost savings. Proven track record in implementing lean manufacturing principles, optimizing production processes, and Value stream mapping to reduce material Non value added activity costs by 10%. Skilled in leading high-performing teams, improving productivity by 15%, and implementing safety and quality control programs to enhance overall efficiency and customer satisfaction. Production management professional knowledgeable about allocating resources, optimizing production and increasing output with hands-on and dedicated approach. Articulate and professional problem-solver with good relationship-building abilities. Proficient in planning and implementing innovative production strategies.

Overview

19
19
years of professional experience

Work History

Senior production manager

Unitech Automation Pvt Ltd
01.2024 - Current
  • Managed continuous improvement initiatives to drive gains in quality, flow, and output.
  • Enforced health and safety protocols to promote safe working environment.
  • Led cost-saving initiatives by identifying areas of waste reduction and process improvements, contributing to increased profitability.
  • Evaluated employee performance and provided feedback and training as needed.
  • Investigated and implemented ideas for quality improvement, increased productivity, and cost reduction.
  • Increased overall product quality by enhancing quality control measures and training staff in best practices.
  • Reduced downtime for equipment maintenance through effective scheduling and resource allocation.
  • Managed high-performing teams by setting clear expectations, providing regular feedback, and fostering a positive work culture.
  • Researched latest industry trends and technologies, boosting knowledge and understanding of industrial production.
  • Implemented safety protocols to reduce workplace accidents and create a safer work environment for all employees.
  • Scrutinized production output and identified areas for improvement.
  • Preparing data for MRM considering safety, quality, delivery,cost,OEE, Improvements.
  • Streamlined communication between departments, resulting in more efficient problem-solving and decisionmaking.
  • Optimized inventory management strategies by closely monitoring supply chain activities, reducing carrying costs without compromising availability of critical components or materials needed for production operations.

Production Manager

Rieter India Pvt Ltd
10.2006 - 12.2023
  • · Manage day-to-day operations of production, ensuring on-time delivery and adherence to production schedules and deadlines.
  • Communicates any changes in the order or delivery date to team members & relevant parties.
  • Creating & execute daily. Weekly, monthly production schedules.

· Managing weekly shift planning for man power as well as machine utilization.

  • Production planning, production management and supervising the entire production process.
  • · Manage overall production performance, including quality control and inventory management.
  • · Monthly WIP & Shop floor inventory analysis and corrective measures.
  • · Ensure quality checks for critical parts adherence and quality control during production and testing to ensure zero defects in every product.
  • · Ensure compliance with manufacturing quality standards and procedures to ensure that products meet our specifications and exceed customer expectations.
  • · Expertly handling customer complaints including physically visiting customers at assembly department.
  • · Monitor daily basis Plan verses Actual production progress, Safety, Quality, delivery, OEE, Productivity, rework & cost variance.
  • · Develop and implement manufacturing strategies like TPM, Conditional PM and ensure optimization of production processes to minimize production downtime and maximize equipment utilization.
  • · Collaborate with engineers, technicians, and other team members to identify and resolve production issues
  • · Monitor and evaluate the performance of production staff and take corrective action as needed.
  • · In partnership with Human Resources, develop associate recognition, succession, and training programs.
  • · Daily monitoring controlling 5S activity in shop floor.
  • · Implementing, monitoring & controlling Lean manufacturing principles like SMED, JIT, KANBAN,Single line flow, VSM.
  • · Forecasting labor productivity.
  • · Developing work instructions for MIG welding, Spot welding, Stud welding, and TIG welding of development parts.
  • · Handling exports projects specially named as Enzian project. Handling Export packaging.
  • · Develop and manage budgets, controlling production costs and ensuring budget targets are achieved.
  • · Develop the detailed schedule taking into consideration project constraints such as resource availability and project execution plan.
  • · Responsible for organizing and managing internal & external audits according to audit plans.
  • · Ensure that production processes are efficient and cost-effective by daily monitoring consumables consumption.
  • · Training plan for improving skills of the supervisors & team leaders.
  • · Developing risk & opportunity for the plant.
  • Initiating & driving cost reduction projects.

Trainee Engineer

Kailash Vahan Udyog Limted
08.2005 - 09.2006
  • Effectively managed daily welding operations for two shifts of twelve stations each.
  • · Responsible for production planning and achieving production targets in line with the cycle time.
  • · Oversaw the making of weld fixtures.
  • · Monitoring & controlling daily 5S activity.
  • Maintained minimum inventory for raw material and work in progress by proper batch planning, reducing lead-times, and strong follow-up for the flow of materials.
  • Conducted thorough data analysis to identify potential areas for improvement within ongoing projects, leading to cost reductions and increased efficiency.

Education

MBA - Operations Management

Raajgad Instutute of Management
Pune
06.2015

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

Sanjeevani Rural Education Society
Kopargaon
03.2005

Skills

  • Advanced press brake system (Bystronic bending)
  • ISO 9001:2015
  • 5S & Lean manufacturing methodologies
  • A3 Analysis
  • Certified Associate Welding Inspector
  • Certified L&T training for welding process
  • SAP PP & MM module
  • CATIA V5
  • Knowledge about project management
  • Knowledge about EOHS audit
  • Material handling expertise

Accomplishments

  • Increased overall productivity and quality by 10% by implementing training programs designed to increase performance levels.
  • Implementation of KANBAN for high volume castings.
  • Implementation of Value stream mapping for sheet metal parts.
  • Implementation of Shop floor layout.
  • Implementation of laser welding system for welding optimization.
  • Manufacturing of powder coated fixtures effective flap utilization.
  • Implementation of welding Robot.
  • Implementation of integrated management system.

Skills

  • Lean manufacturing principles.
  • Time management
  • Production process optimization
  • Cost-saving initiatives
  • Supplier relationship management
  • Team management
  • Performance improvement strategies
  • Inventory management.
  • Production cost reduction
  • Equipment effectiveness improvement
  • Leadership and team motivation
  • Risk management
  • Budgeting and financial planning
  • Excellent communication and interpersonal skills
  • Problem-solving and decision-making skills
  • Time management and multitasking abilities
  • Total quality management.
  • Value stream mapping.
  • Communication.
  • Data processing.
  • Technical proficiency.

Additional Information

  • I hold degree in mechanical engineering & MBA in operations from Pune University. And bring over 18 years of experience in production. Currently handling role as a Production manager.
  • •Coming to my family background in my family we are four members. Me, my wife & 2 sons. My wife is housewife & booth sons are taking education.
  • •I specialized in implementing lean manufacturing principles to optimize efficiency, reduce costs, and improve overall productivity.. I am passionate about fostering a collaborative and innovative work environment, empowering team members to contribute ideas and solve problems proactively.
  • My strengths are self-motivated, hard work and dedicated towards my work,adaptability. I easily adapt to a new environment.
  • Coming to my Weakness: My weakness is I feel uncomfortable until I finish my work. I hold myself to very high standards and sometimes put too much pressure on myself.

Timeline

Senior production manager

Unitech Automation Pvt Ltd
01.2024 - Current

Production Manager

Rieter India Pvt Ltd
10.2006 - 12.2023

Trainee Engineer

Kailash Vahan Udyog Limted
08.2005 - 09.2006

MBA - Operations Management

Raajgad Instutute of Management

Bachelor of Engineering - Mechanical

Sanjeevani Rural Education Society
Sagar Kondekar