Rama Krishna

A performance driven professional; offering over 24+ years of rich experience Comprehensive experience in devising significant solutions and managing day-to-day production operations and warehouse management & Inventory Control for making effective utilization of man, machine, method & materials Ensured good manufacturing practices through the compliance of ISO-22000-2005, TPM, GMP, GHP,5S, & OEE, Plant Operation, Production Forecasting, Budget Planning, Resource Plan Monthly/Yearly, Quality management - NPD and Implementation of CAPA. Incisive acumen in driving and supporting the implementation of quality management systems and RCA for enhancing product & process quality, as well as for reducing costs Proven capabilities in preparing & implementing inspection, testing procedures Demonstrated food production expertise, leadership, time management, teamwork, the ability to make sound decisions, and problem-solving orientation

Head-Plant Operations - Prime Agro Food Product - Gondal, Gujarat, India

(2024-11)

Group of companies, based at, Gondal, Gujarat – India leading Manufacturer, exporter, importer and marketing company for last two decades, in the business of DEHYDRATED AGRO products Onion, Garlic, Ginger, Chilli, Cabbage, Carrot etc. & Dry fruits, associated with key leading brands in Indian and global brands markets as well

• Plant Operation, Production forecasting, Budget Planning, Resources planning Monthly/yearly
• Quality control management -NPD and implementation of CAPA
• Reduced costs by eliminating materials waste and unnecessary labor hours.
• Monitored and evaluated plant performance to identify areas for improvement and take corrective measures.
• Boosted employee morale and productivity through effective leadership and motivational techniques.
• Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.
• Provided comprehensive technical support and training to end-users, fostering improved productivity levels.

Technical Support - TTK Healthcare Ltd (Food Division) - Jaipur

(2024-01 - 2024-11)

Jaipur Dealing with Cereal, Flavor and 100%Potato Base Ready to fry Snack Pellets with FEN-210, FEN-190, MFE-190 & Veg-cooker.

• Plant Operation, Production forecasting, Budget Planning, Resources planning Monthly/Yearly
• Quality control management -NPD and implementation of - CAPA
• Implantation of TPM, RCA, WWBLA analysis, CAPA and ISO 22000-2005
• COST reduction, Wastage control, Process control, MIS- control, Documentation control
• Assisting in recipe development & new product development and B.O.M & Product costing
• Increased end-user satisfaction by providing responsive technical support and resolving issues quickly.
• Enhanced overall system performance through detailed troubleshooting and technical support.
• Provided comprehensive technical support and training to end-users, fostering improved productivity levels.

Asst. Plant Manager - Haldiram Bhujiawala Ltd - Kolkata

(2020-10 - 2023-12)

Kolkata Dealing with Cereal, Flavor and 100%Potato Base Ready to fry & Fried Snacks, Chips, Fayum's, Processed Nuts & Extruded Products Sweets & Nankeen's

• Plant Operation Handling production planning along with planning of raw material procurement through liaising with several team Handling FEN HTE-190 MFE -190, PAVAN -190 -Pasta Sector, ARROW – puff products, FLORIGO – Moong dal & Flavorich, HEAT & CONTROL, Kanchan Metal – Fryers etc.
• Implementing measures to handle manpower planning & scheduling and executing manufacturing & packing of various ready to eat snack products Resources planning Monthly/yearly Quality control management -NPD and implementation of - CAPA
• Assisting in recipe development & new product development and entry of production data in Microsoft NAV System, & M.S Office Excel, B.O.M & Product costing
• Monitoring and ensuring the smooth functioning of machinery and utilities
• Analyzing and ensuring working spirit and healthy environment within the plant
• Improved production efficiency by streamlining processes and implementing lean manufacturing techniques.

Senior Production Manager - Panjwani foods - Hyderabad

(2020-02 - 2020-09)

Hyderabad & Bangalore Dealing with Cereal, Flavor and 100%Potato Base Ready to fry & Fried Snacks, Chips, Fayum's, Processed Nuts & Extruded Products Sweets & Nankeen's

• Handling production planning along with planning of raw material procurement through liaising with several team
• Implementing measures to handle manpower planning & scheduling and executing manufacturing & packing of various ready to eat snack products
• Ensure quality control of product followed by SOP

Senior Production Manager - Leo Line food Works - Patna

(2019-06 - 2020-01)

Patna Dealing with Cereal, Flavor and 100%Potato Base Ready to fry Snack Pellets with FEN-190-Gelatinizer & Former, MFE-190 & Flavorich Fryers etc.

• Handling production planning along with planning of raw material procurement through liaising with several team
• Implementing measures to handle manpower planning & scheduling and executing manufacturing & packing of various ready to eat snack products
• Ensure quality control of product followed by SOP

Senior Executive Production - TTK Health Care Ltd. (Food Division) - Bangalore

(2012-08 - 2019-05)

Bangalore Dealing with Cereal, Flavor and 100%Potato Base Ready to fry Snack Pellets. Handling PAVAN-300&700, FEN-160, Mcfill-160 etc.

• Worked and manufactured various snack products Overseeing production related tasks including Operation, Maintenance & trouble shooting for achieving the planed periodic schedules
• Operated on TPM Tools like: RCA, WHY-WHY Analysis, CLIT, WWBLA Monitoring online processing of production, packing, Quality & N.P.D Coordinated the trail activities of new product and suggested the changes according to manufacturing constraints
• Supervised functions like process planning for new products, process machinery selection, facility creations for testing, quality requirements according to customer requirements

Shift In charge - Griffith Laboratory Pvt Ltd - Bengaluru, India

(2011-02 - 2012-08)

100% Export oriented company following ISO 22000 and HACCP principles, Manufacturers and Exporters of Food ingredients exclusively for Domino's Pizza, KFC& McDonald Restaurants etc.

Production Executive - Koelman India Pvt Ltd - Bengaluru, India

(2009-12 - 2011-02)

100% Export oriented company following HACCP principles, AIB and BRC (A Certified) Manufacturers and Exporters of Pickled vegetables

Shift - in - Charge - Mother Dairy Fruit & Vegetable - Bangalore

(2005-08 - 2009-11)

M.B.A - Production & Operation - Karnataka State Open University

BSc - Chemistry, Botany, Zoology - Bangalore University