Nataraj A
BENGALURU
Summary
Results-driven Operations Leader with 25 years in garment manufacturing, focusing on efficiency improvement and quality management. Enhanced operational efficiency from 40% to 60% within four months while maintaining DHU below 1%. Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline production and implement cost-saving initiatives. Established new manufacturing units, achieving production goals within two months and securing ISO certifications with zero non-conformities.
Overview
29
29
years of professional experience
Work History
Asst General Manager
JG Hosieries Pvt Ltd
Tirupur
11.2024 - Current
- Oversaw total operations of a 450-machine unit, managing processes from planning and shipment to maintenance, stores, HR, and administration.
- Managed operations of 450-machine unit, overseeing planning, shipment, maintenance, stores, HR, administration, and hostel facilities to ensure seamless functionality.
- Implemented operational strategies to improve efficiency and productivity across all departments.
- Coordinated with various departments to streamline workflows, enhancing collaboration and driving overall performance.
- Enhanced coordination between departments, optimizing resource allocation to support efficient operations.
- Managed hostel facilities, ensuring a safe and comfortable living environment for employees.
Factory Manager
Vishwaa Apparels
Palamaneru
11.2022 - 07.2024
- Improved efficiency of production lines from 40% to 60% within one month through effective process optimization and resource management.
- Implemented strategies to enhance production efficiency and reduce operational bottlenecks.
- Managed comprehensive operations of 500-machine apparel unit, integrating sampling, cutting, sewing, and packing processes for efficiency.
- Oversaw operations of 500-machine apparel unit, managing sampling, cutting, sewing, packing, maintenance, industrial engineering, quality control, HR, and administration.
- Directed maintenance, industrial engineering, quality control, HR, and administration to maintain operational continuity.
- Collaborated with cross-functional teams to align production processes with quality and efficiency standards.
Senior Manager, Operations
Page Industries Ltd
Hassan and Tiptur
01.2016 - 06.2022
- Directed the expansion of the Tiptur unit from 250 to 650 machines, improving production capacity.
- Increased the capacity of the Tiptur unit from 250 to 650 machines, significantly boosting production capabilities.
- Established second shift for 450 machines, enhancing operational capacity through targeted operator training.
- Managed unit operations, overseeing processes from planning to shipment to ensure efficiency and quality.
- Oversaw unit operations from planning to shipment, ensuring alignment with production goals.
- Coordinated cross-functional teams to streamline operations, resulting in improved unit performance.
- Introduced and implemented the 5S program to enhance workplace organization and standardization.
- Operated machinery for efficient material handling.
Factory Manager
Indian Designs
Bangalore
06.2010 - 12.2015
- Initiated garment manufacturing unit, overseeing layout planning, machine ordering, facility setup, and optimization of batch layout.
- Established unit from ground up to production in 2 months, ensuring timely readiness for operations.
- Secured full staffing of 450 machines with trained operators in 5 months, significantly increasing production capacity.
- Initiated the establishment of a new garment manufacturing unit, managing layout planning, machine ordering, and facility setup.
- Oversaw the installation of furniture, electrical systems, and optimized batch layout designs.
- Conducted comprehensive training programs for both new and experienced operators to ensure proficiency in production processes.
Asst General Manager
L.T. Karle and Company
Bangalore
10.2006 - 06.2010
- Improved unit performance from 60% to 85% within 3 months via strategic process improvements and efficiency enhancements.
- Developed and implemented strategies that enhanced overall unit performance and efficiency.
- Led unit operations from planning to shipment, overseeing quality, maintenance, industrial engineering, and HR/Admin functions.
- Coordinated all unit activities, including planning, shipment, quality control, maintenance, industrial engineering, and HR/Admin functions.
- Ensured compliance with quality standards and customer requirements, while managing operational processes effectively.
- Secured ISO certifications for two production units without any non-compliance reports, demonstrating a commitment to quality standards.
- Successfully cleared all buyer compliance audits for the first time without a single failure, ensuring adherence to regulatory requirements.
Factory Manager
Gokaldas Images Ltd
Bangalore
01.2000 - 10.2006
- Led unit operations from planning to shipment, ensuring seamless coordination across maintenance, industrial engineering, quality, HR, and admin.
- Managed unit workflows from planning to shipment, optimizing processes for enhanced operational efficiency.
- Directed maintenance, industrial engineering, quality control, and HR/admin functions to maximize overall unit performance.
- Oversaw denim garment production, emphasizing quality assurance and on-time delivery.
- Achieved 98% on-time shipment in full with zero claims in denim garments, improving customer satisfaction and loyalty.
- Reduced rejections in denim washing from 5% to 0.5% through improved quality control measures.
Factory Manager
Yetticate Exports
Bangalore
05.1997 - 01.2000
- Promoted from HR executive to Factory Manager, completed buyer compliance processes and secured ISO certification.
- Engaged as HR executive, managed human resource functions and coordinated compliance processes.
- Promoted to Factory Manager, assuming responsibilities for overall factory operations.
- Ensured adherence to buyer compliance standards and regulatory requirements.
- Secured ISO certification within 3 months, showcasing abilities in upholding international standards and quick operational improvements.
Education
PG Diploma - Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
Bangalore01.1997
B.A. -
University of Bangalore
01.1996
Skills
- Operations Management
- Efficiency Improvement
- Quality Management
- Resource Optimization
- Cost Control
- Strategic Planning
- Process Optimization
- Compliance Management
- Leadership
- Team Building
- Problem Solving
- Communication
- Process optimization
- Supply chain management
- Effective communication
Accomplishments
- Achieved ISO certification for three units with zero non-conformities, demonstrating commitment to quality and operational excellence.
- Built long-term client relationships resulting in multi-million dollar contracts, showcasing strong business acumen and client management skills.
- Led critical operations and implemented SOPs across departments, enhancing efficiency and standardization across the organization.
- Started two shift operations by training new operators for the second shift, completing total operation within 3 months for 450 machines, evidencing leadership in workforce development.
- Started two units from planning to production within a short period, initiating production in the second month, displaying strong project management and execution skills.
Personal Information
Date of Birth: 04/25/76
Languages
- Kannada
- Hindi
- Tamil
- Telugu
- English
Languages
English
Proficient (C2)
C2
Kannada
Proficient (C2)
C2
Hindi
Advanced (C1)
C1
Tamil
Upper Intermediate (B2)
B2
Telugu
Intermediate (B1)
B1
Timeline
Asst General Manager
JG Hosieries Pvt Ltd
11.2024 - Current
Factory Manager
Vishwaa Apparels
11.2022 - 07.2024
Senior Manager, Operations
Page Industries Ltd
01.2016 - 06.2022
Factory Manager
Indian Designs
06.2010 - 12.2015
Asst General Manager
L.T. Karle and Company
10.2006 - 06.2010
Factory Manager
Gokaldas Images Ltd
01.2000 - 10.2006
Factory Manager
Yetticate Exports
05.1997 - 01.2000
PG Diploma - Industrial Relations & Personnel Management
Bharatiya Vidya Bhavan
B.A. -
University of Bangalore