Deputy General Manager-Winery Operations - Sula vineyards Ltd. - Channapatana, Bengaluru
(2023-04)
Led end-to-end manufacturing operations including planning, budgeting, and delivery, ensuring alignment with business production and quality targets.
- Cost optimization initiatives, reducing operational overheads and improving plant efficiency.
- Improved production vs plan adherence through structured planning and real-time monitoring.
- Optimized production performance on bottling lines, improving efficiency and reducing downtime while ensuring >99% compliance with quality and safety SOPs for premium product runs.
- Collaborated cross-functionally with Sales, Quality, Procurement, and Finance to ensure seamless operations and zero production disruptions.
- Lead a team of 40+ supervisors and operators, fostering a culture of safety, quality, and efficiency while maintaining harmonic industrial relations.
- Conducted internal audits (GMP/EHS) and delivered training programs to shopfloor teams.
Senior Manager-Production & Quality - Sula Vineyards Ltd. - Channapatana, Bengaluru
(2020-04 - 2023-03)
- Planned and executed daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules for bottling lines, meeting annual targets with zero delays.
- Spearheaded process improvements using Lean Six Sigma, reducing downtime by 12% and improving material efficiency.
- Analysed production and maintenance records to identify bottlenecks, introducing innovative solutions to minimize disruptions.
- Supported new plant startup, establishing scalable bottling and packing processes that enhanced throughput and quality.
- Trained supervisors on EHS and quality standards, ensuring high conformance to safety and business protocols.
Production & Quality (In Various Positions, from Executive to Manager) - Sula Vineyards Pvt Ltd - Nashik
(2014-04 - 2020-03)
- Supervised bottling operations and line production for 5+ years, achieving consistent volume and quality targets.
- Developed and reviewed production schedules, optimizing labor and capital resources to maximize output and minimize costs.
- Conducted motion and time studies to streamline manpower, reducing headcount to optimal levels without compromising productivity.
- Collaborated across departments to share best practices, driving continuous improvement in manufacturing excellence.
- Supported material flow and housekeeping standards, maintaining compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
