Abraham
Manufacturing Plant Director - India - iCEO #88407

Experience

BUSINESS UNIT HEAD –MANUFACTURING AND ENGINEERING | CHANGE MANAGEMENT | Six Sigma Master Black Belt Certified, progressive experience of >3 decades within the manufacturing industry. Fully conversant with six sigma methodologies and lean manufacturing techniques with the ability to drive continuous improvements in the manufacturing process, quality, cost, productivity, and efficiency.

Major Achievements

Streamline manufacturing operations, while steering two divisions, disposable and equipment manufacturing, while reporting to executive vice president of operations, Terumo BCT, USA. Steer plant expansion and machinery development projects along with implementing appropriate action for process excellence. Deploy required changes for the advancement of world-class manufacturing as well as mentor staff members for achieving high-performance goals. Formulate effective wage agreement strategies for optimizing manufacturing turnaround. Oversee manpower deployment, administrative, and OH expenses, while budgeting employment costs, with aid of 1500+ team members. • Appreciated by the top management for expanding capacity from 30M to 46M per year, securing $16M cost-saving initiatives, and optimizing headcount to the order of 690 HC by a productivity improvement by 45%.

Industry Sector Competencies

Electronics

Pharma

Medical Equipment

Engineering

Plastics

Professional Objectives

Function: Director, Vice President, CXO

Sector: Manufacturing Operations

Interim Manager: Yes

Permanent Position: Yes

Operational: Yes

Availability: Full time

Prefered Locations: No restrictions

Additional Professional Interests

Operational coaching on demand

Non executive director assignments

Countries Covered

Belgium

Dubai

India

USA

Operational Competencies

Company rescue or turnaround (Professional)