Expert Details
Packaging Development and Materials
ID: 736949
India
Throughout the career, contributed towards impacting business outcomes through effective organization, prioritization, and execution of key Packaging projects. Has worked with various sectors Food and Food Ingredients, Veterinary Products, Pharmaceuticals, Medical Devices, Chemicals, Glass-wares, Fertilizers, Paints, Adhesives, Retail etc.
Well skilled in managing multi-projects effectively, in demanding environments with tight deadlines involving multi-departments, multi-locations and multicultural environments. Experienced of working in various departments (Research, Process Development, Supplier Quality Assurance, Sourcing, Procurement & Supply Chain) based in R &D, Corporate Office and Plant locations. Hence well aware of all critical steps of packaging development process from start to end. Expertise is in the domain of Packaging Development, Automation, Process Optimization, Material Sourcing, Supplier Management, Quality Audits, Cost Optimization and Sustainability in Packaging.
Based in India and caters to the packaging requirement of clients across the globe (including APAC, Gulf Countries, USA, EU, Brazil, Argentina etc.) in Chemicals, Pharmaceuticals, Diagnostics, Glass wares, Food & Feed/Veterinary Ingredients, E- Commerce, Cosmetics, Automotive, Handicrafts, Consumer Goods, Retail etc.
Accomplishments
- Experienced in Managing multi-projects effectively in demanding environment with tight deadlines with multiple departments, multiple locations and multicultural environments.
- Performed single handedly as a project leader in Packaging from beginning of career, taking care of multiple manufacturing sites including Third Party locations.
- Experienced in working with large MNCs with packaging applications in wide range of sectors.
- Worked as a part of various departments starting from Research, Process Development, Supplier Quality Assurance, Sourcing Procurement & Supply Chain based in R & D, Corporate Office and Plant environment.
- Worked with than 200 New Packaging Development Projects till date.
- Achieved Packaging Optimization and De-Materialization Savings up to 5% - 50% of previous cost in various projects.
- Managed quality assurance program, including on-site evaluations, internal & External audits.
- Worked on enhancements to product design to improve user experience.
- Extensive Travel experience to manufacturing facilities to evaluate product creation and resolving potential issues.
- Lead Brainstorming with peers and other members of core and support team to determine enhancements and product features.
- Experienced in critical thinking to break down problems, evaluate solutions and make decisions.
- Completed in-depth performance tests of parts and systems undergoing design optimization in simulated environments.
- Hands on Experience in Artwork Management, Mold Development, Validation and Packaging Documentations.
- Executed objectives by utilizing strong communication, interpersonal and people skills.
Skills:
Packaging Development and Quality
Technical Design Review
Troubleshooting
Documentation Management
Process Improvement
Material Optimization
Supplier Auditing and Evaluation
Sourcing
Sustainability Approach
Export Packaging
Dangerous Goods Packaging
Trainings
Package Engineering
Mold Designing
Artwork Management
Education
Year | Degree | Subject | Institution |
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Year: 2006 | Degree: Post Graduation | Subject: Packaging Technology | Institution: Indian Institute of Packaging |
Year: 2003 | Degree: Bachelor of Technology | Subject: Agri Process and Food Engineering | Institution: College of Agricultural Engineering and Technology |
Work History
Years | Employer | Title | Department |
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Years: 2017 to Present | Employer: Undisclosed | Title: Packaging Consultant and Trainer | Department: Packaging Consultancy |
Responsibilities:Based in India and cater to the packaging requirement of clients across the globe (including APAC Countries, USA, EU, Brazil, Argentina etc) in Chemicals Pharmaceuticals, Diagnostics, Glass wares, Food & Feed/Veterinary Ingredients, E- Commerce, Cosmetics, Automotive, Handicrafts, Consumer Goods Retail etc.Expert areas - Provide guidance of suitable Packaging Materials as well as Packaging Technologies Work on New Package Developments for different markets (Domestic/ Export) Artwork and Packaging Specification management Guidance on Packaging Material Sourcing Package Bench Marking and Competitor strategy analysis Packaging Supplier Management Vendor Evaluation Conducting Packaging Manufacturer Audits and CAPA Management Packaging Change-Part / Mold development Packaging Machine Trials Validation Package Restructuring and Designing Packaging Cost Optimization Export packaging UN Certification (IATA, IMDG, DOT Regulations) Packaging Test method development Sustainable Packaging Development etc. |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 2015 to 2017 | Employer: Avantor Inc. VWR ( Fortune 500 Co.) | Title: Packaging Specialist - APAC, EMEA- Chemicals, Glasswares, Diagnostics & Medical Devices | Department: Packaging Development |
Responsibilities:Worked as Packaging Specialist taking care of Packaging Development, Sourcing and Vendor Development for Lab Chemicals, Pharma Chemicals, Glasswares and Diagnostics Business single handedly |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 2010 to 2015 | Employer: Jubilant Organosys Limited | Title: Packaging Technologist - (Chemicals,Food Polymers,Veterinary,Agro,Paints, Adhesives & Nutritional BU) | Department: Packaging Development, SCM |
Responsibilities:Leading Packaging Development, Supplier Management, Strategic Purchase & Sourcing for Chemicals, Food Ingredients, Vitamins, Animal Feed, Polymers, Paints Adhesives & Retail Business single handedlyAlso managed Packaging Quality documentation, Artworks and Specification Management for entire business |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 2009 to 2010 | Employer: Fresenius Kabi ( Global 500 Co.) | Title: Packaging Technologist - APAC & LAM | Department: Packaging Development |
Responsibilities:Looking after Packaging Development, Sourcing & Automation for Oncology Injectables and Solid Oral Dosages |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 2006 to 2008 | Employer: Ranbaxy Laboratories Limited | Title: Packaging Scientist | Department: Packaging Development |
Responsibilities:Supervising Packaging Development, Automation and Process Development for Pharmaceutical Formulations |
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Years | Employer | Title | Department |
Years: 2006 to 2006 | Employer: Panacea Biotec | Title: Packaging Officer | Department: Packaging Development |
Responsibilities:Handling Packaging Development and Vendor Development for Injectables and Pharmaceutical Formulation Business |
International Experience
Years | Country / Region | Summary |
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Years: 2010 to Present | Country / Region: USA, EU, APAC, LTAM, GCC | Summary: Involved in Packaging Development Projects for various international Clients for past more than 10 years. |
Career Accomplishments
Associations / Societies |
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• Indian Society of Agricultural Engineers - ISAE • Association of Food Scientists and Technologists India - AFSTI • CAET-OUAT Alumni Association • Indian Institute of Packaging Alumni Association |
Licenses / Certifications |
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• Sustainable Engineering and Life Cycle Analysis LCA - By IIT Kharagpur ( 8 Weeks Program- 2021) • Business and Sustainable Development - By IIT Mumbai (4 Weeks - 2021) • Innovation By Design - By IIT Mumbai ( 4 Weeks - 2020) • Processing and Packaging of Dairy Produce - (National Dairy Research Institute, Karnal) - (Four Weeks - 2003) • ISO Internal Auditor – By Bureau Veritas (3 Days -2012) • Global BRC packaging standards and HACCP– By Intertek India (2 Days - 2011) • c-GMP requirements - By Ranbaxy Laboratories (One Week - 2008) |
Awards / Recognition |
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- Nominated as "Innovator of the Year" in the Chairman's Award Category - Jubilant - for successfully completion of the project on Packaging Innovation & Development, Sourcing and Packaging Machine Development for Jubilant's newest plant in Bharuch, India (Nutritional Products / Vitamin Manufacturing). - Selected as "Best Employee - Star of the Month" twice - Jubilant - for successfully completion of cost reduction/recipe optimization project in HDPE/PP Woven sacks ( Savings 50 Lakhs INR / Approx 75K USD) and Material Design Innovation of 210L Metal Drums (Savings 100 Lakhs INR/ Approx 150K USD) for Jubilant's manufacturing locations. - Received the "Best Project - Spot on Award" thrice - Jubilant - for various sourcing related projects achieving cost savings and operation efficiency. |
Publications and Patents Summary |
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Technical Articles for Magazines and also for Indian Council of Agricultural Research Training Manuals. |
Language Skills
Language | Proficiency |
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English | Fluent |
Hindi | Fluent |
Fields of Expertise
Packaging, packaging technology, active packaging material, food packaging equipment, food packaging material, Plastic, paper packaging, plastic packaging, metal packaging, wood packaging, chemical packaging, export packaging, sustainable packaging, package engineering, packaging design review, mold designing, pharmaceutical packaging process, sourcing, strategic sourcing, supplier quality improvement, materials management, plastic engineering, aerosol packaging, corrugated packaging material, cosmetic packaging, sustainability, post consumer plastic recycling, B2B market research, market research, market research reports