Arjun Narikannan Poyil

• Directed a 120-member team within a 24/7 unionized plant, focusing on operational excellence.
• Managed end-to-end plant operations encompassing production, maintenance, while ensuring regulatory compliance.
• Refined manpower planning and material logistics to elevate productivity and meet delivery schedules promptly.
• Administered annual budgets, P&L, alongside cost-saving initiatives to exceed business objectives.
• Facilitated asset reliability through effective CAPEX strategies to reduce equipment downtime significantly.
• Upheld quality standards by enforcing robust management systems that ensure product compliance.
• Investigated internal issues through root-cause analysis; implemented proactive corrective actions for clients.
• Developed instructional content and conducted training sessions on production processes and safety measures.

• Supervised daily production activities for unionized team of 15, ensuring compliance with safety and quality standards.
• Coordinated shift operations to achieve production, delivery, and efficiency targets while optimizing workforce utilization.
• Enforced WCM and ISO 9001 requirements; supported quality investigations, root cause analyses, and corrective actions.
• Implemented advanced MIS/KPI reporting systems to improve performance tracking and operational visibility.
• Supported preventive maintenance planning and troubleshooting while promoting 5S and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Introduced shift incentive programs to enhance morale, engagement, and overall productivity.
• Maintained positive labor relations through effective communication with union representatives and fair policy application.

Managed operations for two clean rooms while ensuring key performance indicators were met.

Ensured implementation of World Class Manufacturing and maintained QMS per ISO standards.

Planned raw material forecasts and negotiated supply agreements with global vendors for timely deliveries.

Innovated Lean Manufacturing strategies, driving improvements in OEE that saved 18,000 euros yearly.

Facilitated safety audits and risk assessments to uphold SHE/EHS standards on the shop floor.

Played a critical role in launching a compounding line in India, resulting in 25,000 euros in annual savings.

Validated processes for the compounding line alongside SG Global quality to optimize operational parameters.

Generated comprehensive reports for plant capacity, manpower planning, budgeting, and CAPEX needs.

• Maintained QMS standards (TS16949, OSHAS 18001, ISO 14001).
• Led CAPEX projects and implemented Lean and TPS practices.
• Reduced batch cycle time and waste, saving €4,000 annually.

• Ensured ISO 9001:2008 compliance and IQ-based inspections.
• Developed cost-effective vendor solutions for timely material delivery.