Manjunath Hg
CHIEF PLANT OFFICER | MANUFACTURING & OPERATIONS LEADER Plant Operations | P&L Management | Industry 4.0 | Lean Manufacturing | Smart Factory | Operational Excellence | Manufacturi
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Results-oriented Manufacturing & Operations Leader with 15+ years of experience in Plant Operations, Production Management, Plastic Injection Molding, PET Stretch Blow Molding, Electronics Manufacturing, Smart Factory Implementation, and Industrial Automation. Proven expertise in leading end-to-end manufacturing operations including Production, PPC, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, Supply Chain, Procurement, Tool Room, Dispatch, Engineering, Vendor Development, Warehouse Management, and Continuous Improvement initiatives. Demonstrated success in Greenfield Plant Setup, Lean Manufacturing, Industry 4.0 Transformation, MES Deployment, TPM, SMED, Kaizen, OEE Improvement, Capacity Planning, Cost Optimization, Workforce Productivity Enhancement, Automation, and Operational Excellence.
Delivered ₹12 Cr+ cost savings, 27% defect reduction, 40% changeover reduction, 25% manpower optimization, and significant productivity gains through Lean Six Sigma methodologies, process engineering, and digital manufacturing systems. Strategic and hands-on leader with a proven track record of driving business profitability, operational scalability, organizational growth, process standardization, KPI-driven performance management, and cross-functional team leadership across high-volume manufacturing environments.
Experience
Chief Plant Officer (CPO) - PRAMARA PROMOTIONS LTD - Daman
(2026-03)
Leading complete manufacturing operations with full P&L ownership and strategic operational leadership.
- Managing Production, Quality, Maintenance, PPC, Engineering, Supply Chain, Procurement, Dispatch, and Manufacturing Excellence functions
- Driving Industry 4.0 transformation through MES systems, AI-enabled dashboards, automation, and real-time production analytics
- Improving OEE, plant productivity, delivery performance, quality metrics, and operational efficiency
- Leading capex planning, plant expansion, operational scalability, and manufacturing transformation initiatives
- Implementing Lean Manufacturing, TPM, SMED, Kaizen, and Continuous Improvement practices across departments
- Strengthening production planning, inventory optimization, cost control, and KPI management systems
- Driving operational excellence through process standardization, workforce optimization, and digital manufacturing initiatives
Deputy General Manager (DGM) - AEQUS ENGINEERING PLASTICS PVT LTD - Belgaum
(2025-11 - 2026-02)
Directed end-to-end manufacturing operations with complete operational accountability.
- Successfully industrialized 7 products within 90 days ensuring rapid commercialization
- Improved workforce productivity, manufacturing efficiency, and operational KPIs
- Led Lean governance, process optimization, and production planning initiatives
- Coordinated cross-functional operations involving Production, QA, Engineering, PPC, and Supply Chain
- Enhanced plant productivity through operational excellence and continuous improvement programs
Head – Production & Operations - PROPELUS MANUFACTURING PVT. LTD. - Bengaluru
(2021-07 - 2025-10)
Spearheaded Greenfield Smart Factory setup for drones, electronics, and advanced manufacturing systems.
- Delivered ₹12 Cr+ cost savings through Lean Manufacturing, localization, value engineering, and process optimization
- Reduced manpower requirement by 25% through automation, ergonomic workstation design, and assembly line balancing
- Reduced manufacturing defects by 27% using MES dashboards, Poka-Yoke systems, and quality improvement initiatives
- Improved changeover efficiency by 40% using SMED methodologies and Lean tools
- Implemented MES and Power BI dashboards for real-time OEE monitoring, rejection tracking, and production analytics
- Led operations across Production, QA, Maintenance, PPC, HR, Tool Room, Procurement, Engineering, and Supply Chain
- Developed SOPs, skill matrix systems, training modules, and process standardization frameworks
- Designed and implemented assembly fixtures, pneumatic systems, semi-automatic tools, and manufacturing automation solutions
- Managed high-volume manufacturing operations while ensuring delivery performance, quality compliance, and operational efficiency
- Established vendor development and strategic sourcing systems for electronics and industrial components
Production In-Charge – Assembly & Manufacturing - MICRO PLASTICS PVT. LTD. - Harohalli
(2015-06 - 2021-06)
- Managed 30+ high-mix assembly lines for BOSCH, Wipro, Decathlon, automotive, telecom, and consumer electronics customers
- Supervised 500+ manpower across production, molding, assembly, dispatch, and manufacturing support functions
- Managed plastic injection molding operations involving 500+ molds and high-volume manufacturing environments
- Produced 90,000+ parts monthly while maintaining 98% on-time delivery performance
- Reduced cycle time by 30% and defects by 25% using Lean Six Sigma methodologies
- Implemented process automation and material optimization initiatives reducing waste by 20%
- Designed ergonomic jigs, fixtures, pneumatic systems, semi-automatic assembly tools, and production workstations
- Installed and managed ultrasonic welding, sealing systems, torque testing, and leak testing equipment
- Improved manpower utilization, shift balancing, line productivity, and workstation efficiency
- Coordinated with QA, PPC, Maintenance, Tool Room, Procurement, Vendor Management, and Dispatch teams
- Implemented Kaizen, TPM, and Continuous Improvement initiatives across manufacturing operations
Junior Training Officer - GOVERNMENT INDUSTRIAL TRAINING INSTITUTE (ITI) - Harohalli
(2014-06 - 2015-06)
- Delivered technical training on machining operations, industrial safety, engineering drawings, and workshop practices
- Conducted practical sessions on lathe, milling, drilling, grinding, and fitting operations
- Guided 120+ students for manufacturing industry readiness and technical skill enhancement
CNC/VMC Cell Incharge Trainee - RAPSRI ENGINEERING PVT. LTD - Harohalli
(2013-05 - 2014-06)
- Supported CNC and VMC machining operations and production activities
- Assisted in process improvement, manpower optimization, and shop-floor productivity enhancement
- Gained expertise in machining processes, tooling systems, manufacturing engineering, and industrial operations
Production Assistant - FORGE PRO INDIA PVT LTD - Harohalli
(2009 - 2011)
- Assisted in production and manufacturing operations
- Supported machine operators and production teams
- Handled material movement and shop-floor activities
- Maintained workplace safety and housekeeping standards
- Gained hands-on exposure to manufacturing processes
Education
Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.) - Mechanical Engineering - BMS Institute of Technology BENGALURU
Diploma - Mechanical Engineering - APS Polytechnic Somanahalli
ITI - Fitter - Government Industrial Training Institute KANAKAPURA
