Santoshkumar Ramachandran

CEO

Mumbai, Maharashtra, India22 yrs 4 mos experience

Highly Stable

Key Highlights

20+ years of manufacturing experience
Expert in continuous improvement methodologies
Proven track record in operational excellence

Stackforce AI infers this person is a Food Manufacturing expert with a strong focus on operational efficiency and quality management.

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Skills

Core Skills

ManufacturingContinuous ImprovementQuality ManagementProduct Development

Other Skills

5SCareer ManagementChange ManagementDairyFMCGFast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG)Financial PlanningFood IndustryFood ProcessingFood SafetyFood ScienceFood TechnologyGMPHACCPHSE Management

About

Motivated and detail-oriented manufacturing professional with 20 plus years of experience in overseeing production processes, optimizing workflows, and ensuring high-quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. Adept at operating machinery, managing production schedules, maintaining safety protocols, and improving operational efficiency. Strong team player with excellent problem-solving skills and a focus on operational excellence has been a driving force in managing end-to-end external manufacturing sites. With a solid foundation in continuous improvement methodologies, such as TPM and food safety, I consistently uphold manufacturing standards and compliance requirements. My focus on fostering a culture of safety and efficiency has not only enhanced productivity but also ensured that our products meet the highest standards of quality, contributing to Mondelēz International's reputation for excellence.

Experience

Lactalis india

Plant Manager

Apr 2025 – Present · 11 mos · India · On-site

Mondelēz international

Manager - Operations (External Manufacturing)

Jun 2015 – Dec 2024 · 9 yrs 6 mos · Mumbai Area, India · On-site

Independently managed end-to-end manufacturing operations for chocolates, optimizing production efficiency and quality control.
Developed and implemented strategies to enhance safety, productivity, and customer satisfaction while reducing inventory costs.
Led the implementation of IL6Sigma principles, driving continuous improvement and operational excellence at external manufacturing sites.

Food SafetyContinuous ImprovementTPMManufacturingQuality Management

Sabmiller india ltd

Manager - Manufacturing & Excellence

Oct 2013 – May 2015 · 1 yr 7 mos · Aurangabad · On-site

Led implementation of SABMiller Manufacturing Way practices, improving processes and driving productivity targets.
Coached site leadership team on High Performing Work Team development and servant leadership principles.
Managed HSE programs and processes, ensuring compliance and minimizing accidents and asset losses.

Continuous ImprovementManufacturingHSE Management

Cadbury india ltd (mondelez inc)

AM - Manufacturing & Excellence

Oct 2006 – Oct 2013 · 7 yrs · Thane · On-site

Coordinated the deployment of Continuous Improvement program, educating the site in excellence and driving consistency in project execution.
Managed validation and reporting of material consumption, waste generation, and meal usage, recording improvement in OEE of key cocoa processing.
Conducted Safety-Quality-Engineering audits for workplace inspection, risk assessment, and autonomous maintenance systems.

Continuous ImprovementSafety AuditsQuality ManagementManufacturing

General mills india ltd

Unit Head - Manufacturing

May 2003 – Aug 2006 · 3 yrs 3 mos · India · On-site

Led the setup of 3rd party operations for export of Indian flatbreads to US, Europe, and Middle East markets.
Supported RDQ product and process development team, influencing people in a union environment.
Managed change/transformation among Operating teams, embedding a zero-loss mindset for continuous improvement.

ManufacturingChange ManagementProduct Development