1. AMITAVA BISWAS
Kolkata | +91 9007092277 | amitavab63@gmail.com
Dear Sir,
As a big picture visionary and business strategy leader in manufacturing industry engaged in
manufacture of premium sheet metal/plastic/HPDC/CNC machining components & final assembly of
products for Tier I Automotive OEMs and Appliances industries, I bring 28 years’ richexperience in precision
engineering & technology domain, having assumed executive management responsibilities (VP/SBU Head)
for over 15 years by date.
Leading strategies and operations at the top functional level for such a long time with profit & loss
accountabilities made me focused to business fundamentals and market opportunities to develop deep
insights to key business drivers making way for growth in terms of revenue, profitability and customerloyalty.
My instinctive abilities to implement capacities, industry best practices, business friendly policies, and
responsiveness to market challenges has taken me to a success path both in terms of organizational and
personal development. My resume attached highlights my achievements which will surely be the testimony
of my performance levels.
Strong business acumen, commercial awareness and people management skills coupled with
expertise in precision component manufacturing make me a strong candidate for the top position in any
organization in the industry. I seek an appointment with you to discuss our priorities before we can seriously
engage in finalizing a professional association.
Keenly awaiting a positive response from you, I thank you for your time and effort.
Sincerely,
Amitava Biswas

2. C 10.8 NBCC Vibgyor Towers, New Town, Kolkata – 700156
Mobile: +91 9007092277 / +91 9007445701
E-mail: amitavab63@gmail.com,barunava13@gmail.com
Aspirant for the Position of……
CHIEF EXECUTIVE OFFICER / PRESIDENT / EXECUTIVE DIRECTOR / MANAGING DIRECTOR
Heading Manufacturing Operations of Multi-unit SBU of Tier-I OEM Supplier
Strategic Leadership | P&L Management | Production Operations | Supply Chain Management | Product Development | QA/QC
Transformational leader with operational & technological expertise in Plastic/Sheet-metal/HPDC/Machined (CNC) Parts
Track record of success in leading and establishing enterprises as trusted source of major Auto OEMs like Maruti Suzuki,
Telco, GM, Honda Siel, Hero Honda, Honda Scooter, etc.
Presenting 28 years’ achievement-oriented experience (in Automobile & Appliances) with MNCs & large Indian Corporate
houses. Strong cross-functional leader with excellent ability to manage leadership teams, and relationships with internal and
external customers as well as associates. Consistently successful in delivering sustainable revenue and EBITA growth by
orchestrating team efforts against dynamic market challenges. Currently working with Orient Electric – Kolkata, since
October 2011, as SBU Head.
Professional Synopsis
 Extensively experienced in setting up Greenfield projects, planning business strategy and product strategy & roadmap,
operations planning & set up, product R&D, manufacturing, cost & quality controls
 Indepth knowledge of manufacturing technologies and their implementation to provide enterprise business solutions
 Broad based experience in design, development and manufacture of precision components for Automobiles and other
appliances with demonstrated specialty in plastic/sheetmetal designing,tool/mould design & manufacturing,SPM design,
prototyping, trials, validations, etc.
 Comprehensive knowledge of (material science) - plastic & metal alloys properties,processingoptions & limitations and tool
design considerations.Conceptualized numerous cost deduction initiatives across the entire career span
 Distinction of setting up Grenfield projects comprising Plastic injection moulding,sheet-metal,High pressure die-
castin,powder coating, PU paint shop, Die & Tool making Tool-room,CNC machine shop, R&D set up, Assembly lines, etc.
 Skilled in troubleshooting, preventive maintenance of machines /moulds (Hot-runner) & tools – strong exposure in PLC
programming & robot setting for moulding process, hydraulics, pneumatics, assembly equipment and automation systems
 Well versed with with world class manufacturing(WCM) practice like Toyota Production System, TPM/TQM technique, Lean
Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, Poke yoke and various SPC tools
 Proven competencies in operations management, logistics management, QHSE management, peformance benchmarking,
people management, financial analysis, vendor development, technology transfer, value engineering, etc.
 Visionary & focused leader with strong liaison, communication, interpersonal & problem solving skills; empathetic listener
and excellent orartor; raising perfromance levels, seizing key controls, and delivering on customer commitment
Experience Summary
SBU Head | Orient Electric (a C.K. Birla Group Company) – Kolkata since Oct 2011
Orient Electric is a Tier-1 OEM supplier of motor, alternator & starter systems for the parent automobile company Hindustan
Motors Ltd. & Mitsubishi Motors and leading manufacturer of fans/appliances for 60 years
Responsibilities
 Spear head operations and adimnistration of 3 units at Kolkata comprising 800 work force with 4 worker unions
 Provide leadership to unit management, and offer advice, guidence and direction on business matters including
operational policies and procedures
 Handle capital investments and finalize the business expansion and capacity enhancement projects after approval
 Periodically review Customer complaint report, and maintain surveillance on quality systems and process control
 Lead, mentor and motivate team members to accomplish the assigned tasks
 Drive tranformation of production shop floor to Lean manufacturing regime
 Identify opportunities in automation, process ramp up, NPD, machine selection for effective use of resources
AMITAVA BISWAS

3. Key Highlights
 Operation Expansion & Re-engineering: Successfully ramped up the production from 3500 sets/day to 6000 sets/day
within 8 months by setting up 2 additional single piece flow concept assembly lines integrated with additional hydraulic
press and Hi-perm Heat treatment for sheet metal facilities (major investment area) for motor / alternator /fans / starter
making
 Process Enhancement: Achieving 75% OEE consistently by reducing rejection from 9% to 3%, and 40% reduction in
inventory by implementing best practices in LM e.g. predictive maintenance/JIT/5S
 Sales Growth: Instrumental in increasing sales for Kolkata units from INR 450 cr to INR 650 cr in 2 years time frame
through effective operation management strategies, and delivering double digit EBITA
 Customer Satisfaction: Set standards and procedures to achieve global excellence in customer satisfaction, through the
implementation of "Voice of the Customer" and "Customer Excellence" programs
 Innovative Product Development: Directing R&D project in (sheet metal/pressure die casting/plastic moulding
components) positioning company as industrial leader with low cost, high feature product on market with 20% time
reduction of NPD. Innovation led to 30% revenue increase
 Pivotal in establishing Kolkata units becoming the largest manufacturer of TPW fan in India with the introduction of
premium in category in special grade plastics
Associate Vice President – Operations | AG Industries (Hero Honda Group) – Haridwar Aug 2008 – Oct 2011
AG Industries is a front ranking entity in the Electro-mechanical automobile components with the expertise and state of art
technology to produce world class product for greater amenity, safety, ecology for customer delight
Responsibilities
 Manage start up of 2 nos green field projects and then lead to smooth operation with 700 work force
 Set guidelines for value based costing for cost development of all the products
 Establish and implement QMS, TS-16949, TQM and Lean manufacturing across various processes to reduce lead time/
rejection levels and ensure high quality standards at all stages
 Develope and implement Business Plan and Budget for operating expense (for manpower materials and facilities)
 Responsible for top and bottom line target of both the Haridwar plants
 Lead special project to creat common design platform, as well as streamline and unify manufacturing process among all
plants
 Design manufacturing layouts and manage erection and commissioning activities of plant and machinary
Key Highlights
 Designed and implemented systems, processes and procedures on Lean Manufacturing Concept to facilitate smooth
functioning of overall operations and enhanced operational efficiency (OEE) to 80%
 Successfully set-up Haridwar plant spearhead manufacturing operations with 4 nos electro-mechanical assembly lines
with single piece flow concept inter link with moulding, state of art cataphoretic PU Paint shop, Die casting, and CNC
machine shop, to cater new business for automobile.
 Brought down manufactuing cost by 15% by laeding VA/VE and altenate sourcing efforts across all processes
 Improved on time delivery (OTD) from 30% to 93% within 1 year by implementing project planning, system based team
work, quality & customer satisfactionimprovement
 Introduced several Poke-Yoke systems in critical processes and reduced final rejection from 7% to 2%
Vice President – Operations | Sunvisor India Ltd. (Associate of Subros Ltd.) – Gurgaon Nov 2000 – Jul 2008
The Company is a manufacturer of wide range of automobile sunvisors and air conditioner auto-components in technical
collaboration with Happich Group, Germany. It is a QS-9000 and TS-16949 certifiedcompany, a reliable source to M/S Maruti
Udyog Ltd. / TELCO /International Truck and Engine Corporation (ITEC) – USA
Responsibilities
 Assigned to lead the existing and new business units with a manpower strength of 600
 Brought on board to correct qauality issues that had impacted sale and market share
 Impart inhouse training for employees in 7QC tools, pokayoke, TPM, TQM and continuous on job trining to work force
for enhancing their productivity & operational efficiencies
 Improve responsiveness and facilitate promt decision - making.
 Institute inventory system (e.g. standardization of inhouse/BOP parts ) and develop excess inventory reporting system
to reduce over all inventory
 Introduce CAD/CAM facility to reduce lead time for precision tool development
 Implement Milk -run methode in logistics to reduce manufacturing lead time and inventory
Key Highlights
 Directed R&D projectin four wheeler positioningcompany as industrial leader with lowcost,high feature producton market.
The Innovation led to 40%revenue increases,improved design and manufacturingprocesses, and decreasein warranty costs
(INR 60 lac in first year)

4.  Improved on time delivery from 30% to 93% within 1 year
 Reduced inventory surplus by 20% by implementing demand base planning process and MRP system
 Increased manufacturing capacities by 30% through operation of 3 shifts and increase in produc tion & m/c efficiency
 Visited Dunlop in USA and assisted MD in negotiation and bringing their plant& machineries worth Rs 25 Cr. to India under
Product Buy Back Policy
Head – Production | Gillette India – Bhiwadi 1994 – 2000
Responsibilities
 Plan and execute production of excellent quality Blades and moulding components for safety razors and look after twin-
blade assembly/printing/packaging line
 Handle all technology transfer from USA, UK, Russia, Brazil
 Motivating employees by encouraging them toparticipate in group Kaizen activities, Suggestions scheme, celebration of
quality month, safety month and other major festivals
 Ensure proper working conditions, periodical up gradation of facilities & utilities and its management
 Improve m/c and tool efficiency, develop and implement complete departmental preventive maintenance program
Key Highlights
 Successfully managed launch of Presto product (firsttime disposablerazor in India) before schedule, which currenltly enjoy
40% marketshare
Previous Experience
 1990 – 1994 Manager – Manufacturing GEEP (Flash Lights) Industrial Syndicate Ltd.
 1987 – 1990 Tool Room/Production In-Charge Indo-Swiss Ball Pen Co. – Kolkata
Education & Professional Development
 MBA (Production & Operation Management), Annamalai University, 1990
 Degree in Plastic Engineering (specialization in Tool Design & Manufacturing), CIPET, 1983 – 1987
Training & Courses
 6 month TPM implementation programme, conducted by Dr. Krishna Murthy of JIPMS, in Jan 2010 at AG Industries
 2 week Lean Manufacturing programme, conducted by ACMA Cluster, in Aug 2009, at AG Industries
 2 days training programme on 7 SQC Tools And Techniques by PHD Chamber of Commerce and Industry, Delhi, Jun’04
 Blue Print For Success, conducted by Shiv Khera of Qualified Learning Systemss (1997)
 lnteraction Management Programme, conducted by Development Dimension International, Pittsburgh on 15.12.1994 to
17.12.1994
IT Skills
 Auto CAD, Pro E, SAP, MS-Office
Personal Particulars
 Date of Birth: November 09, 1963
 Languages Known: English, Hindi and Bengali