Suresh Methku

Senior Ceramic Technical Expert and Operations Leader

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SanandMember since April 28, 2026

Ceramic Body & Glaze Development (GVT, Floor, Wall)End-to-End Plant Operations & Manufacturing ExcellenceCost Reduction, Yield Improvement & Defect EliminationQuality Assurance, SOP DevelopmentTechnical Marketing, Pre-Sales & Customer SupportProduction Planning & ERP-Based ReportingTechnical marketing and pre-sales supportProduct costing and pricing assistanceSales and marketing coordinationCustomer complaint analysis and resolutionMarket feedback analysis and product improvement

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Senior Ceramic Technical Expert and Operations leader with 25+ years of experience across ceramic tiles, frits, glazes, and compound manufacturing. Strong expertise in plant operations, quality systems, R&D, process optimization, cost reduction, and technical marketing. MBA-Qualified professional with proven success in scaling operations, reducing defects and waste, supporting export markets, and leading cross-cultural teams.

Well-positioned for Plant Head, Technical Head or Technical Leadership roles.

Experience

Senior Manager–Technical & R&D - Vishwa Glass & Ceramics Pvt. Ltd.

(2017-03)

Lead technical support, R&D, and product customization for domestic and international customers.

Develop and optimize glaze formulations for GVT, floor, and wall tiles based on market requirements.
Execute batch formulation, raw material evaluation, and industrial-scale trials to improve quality and consistency.
Support sales teams through pre-sales technical discussions, product selection, and customer conversions.
Trouble shoot customer complaints using root cause analysis and corrective action systems.
Support export market expansion by coordinating with distributors and overseas clients.

Manager – GP & NPD - Pavit Ceramics Pvt. Ltd.

(2014-06 - 2017-03)

Headed glaze preparation and new product development for multiple tile categories.

Standardized ceramic bodies and glazes to improve consistency and reduce production variation.
Coordinated with QA, R&D, and procurement for trials, approvals, and scale-up.
Managed pre-dispatch inspections (PDI) including texture, color, durability, and glazing.
Implemented ISO documentation systems, SOPs, and structured technical reporting.

Plant Manager - Futura Ceramics Pvt. Ltd.

(2011-02 - 2014-06)

Managed end-to-end plant operations covering raw materials, glaze, forming, firing, and quality control.

Improved product quality through frit testing, raw material optimization, and process discipline.
Lead root cause analysis, troubleshooting, and mistake-proofing initiatives for glaze defects.
Independently handled major customer escalations and technical problem resolution.
Developed GVT glaze formulations for granite, wall matt, and engobe applications.

Deputy Manager – GP & NPD - Pavit Ceramics Pvt. Ltd.

(2008-01 - 2011-01)

Executive – Glaze & Production - Asian Tiles Ltd.

(2004-01 - 2008-01)

Supervisor – Glaze & Production - Somany Ceramics Ltd.

(1999-01 - 2004-01)