D K VERMA
H. No. B-7, Sector -9, Sahayog Appt, plot no Gh-3,
Vasundhara Colony Ghaziabad (UP) – 201012, India
Contact Nos: (+91) - 9873326611, 4847; (+91)-120-4567127
E-mail: vermadelip@yahoo.com
UNIT HEAD / DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT / R&D/ PROJECT MANAGEMENT
PROFESSIONAL : Leveraging over 24 years of leadership experience in the domains of Design &
Development / Project Management /overall plant management in quest of senior management role as
Unit Head or Techncial Head or Departmental Head with a progressive manufacturing / consultancy
company in engineering /allied industries in India.
PROFILE
• A professionally matured Graduate Engineer / MBA with eventful career span of over 24 years in
leadership roles across diverse functional domains – Design & Development / R&D, manufacturing,
vendor development, / procurement, marketing, project management , HR/IR, admin etc -with
renowned engineering companies in India.
• Currently positioned as Vice –President with Vijay Flexible Containers Pvt. Ltd, Halol, Gujarat.
Demonstrated functional excellence in driving entire manufacturing unit operations including
production planning, product design & development / R&D, vendor development /procurement,
process management, quality assurance, business development, HR/IR & administration - to optimize
overall operational efficiency. Specialized skills in design and development of special purpose machines,
assembly line solutions, packaging machines, Stone processing machines, Diamond tools, Material
handling systems and automation systems right from concept to commissioning.
• Acknowledged Professional strengths in contributing comprehensive project management expertise
including erection and commissioning, testing / trial and resource balancing to ensure project delivery
within defined cost and timelines. Adequate Knowledge of pneumatics, Design calculations,
Optimization of product design and product tests. Excellent ability to convert problem in to design
specifications, test plan and proto type. Active involvement in design stages like feasibility study,
benchmarking, concept design, design and development, prototype and testing.
• Core strengths in infusing policy and strategic drivers across multifunctional domains including
commercial, technical & administrative zones to run manufacturing units to targeted production and
productivity levels. Adept in conceptualising / implementing modern productivity & utility
improvement / developmental techniques to strengthen company’s market presence in competitive
business scenario. Skilled in maintaining industrial peace and resolving labour related issues amicably.
• Competent team leader, trainer and motivator having ability to integrate efforts of multifunctional teams
to maximize overall productivity. Superior verbal and written communication abilities.
KEY STRENGTH AREAS
• Plant Management • Production Planning & Control • Design & Development • Process Management
• R&D • Project Management • Vendor Development /Procurement • Quality Assurance • Erection &
Commissioning • Cost Control • Energy Conservation • Man –Management • Resource Balancing • Team
Leadership
PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE
Jul 2013 - Present: VIJAY FLEXIBLE CONTAINERS PVT. LTD. Tal. Halol, Panchmahal Dist. (A sister
VFC industries Ltd. set up in 2010) as Vice President – Projects (Unit Head).
The company is engaged in manufacturing wide range of Horizontal Form-Fill-Seal (HFFS) machines for
flexible packaging in different types of filled pouches.
• Spearheading entire operations of the unit covering all functional domains - projects, R&D, design,
marketing, purchase, QC & administration etc., assuming final accountability for overall growth and
profitability of the unit.
• Identifying customers’ needs, creating concept design, drawing material needs /cost estimates, defining
flow chart, developing / refining production process, submitting customized offers, arranging
presentations and concluding project /supply contracts with the customers on advantageous terms.
• Driving design and development initiatives to develop customized products and managing complete
project commissioning at client’s site. Contributing project management expertise –project planning,
designing, scheduling, project engineering, drawing project estimates, material submittals, vendor
development /procurement, subcontracting, fabrication, erection & commissioning, QC, testing & trial
and balancing deployment of resources to ensure project delivery within defined cost and time
parameters. Maintaining regular coordination with all involved agencies –client, consultants, site
engineers, vendors, internal customers to ensure bottleneck free project implementation.
• Leading strategic initiatives across all functional areas and amicably resolving workmen’s HR /IR related
issues to secure their undivided focus on assigned jobs. Setting up productive relations with high profile
clients and retaining their continued patronage with prompt and personalized service delivery.
• Implementing cost rationalization measures to eliminate redundancies and maintain overall operational
efficiency. Visited Germany to participate in packaging exhibition.
• Managing a team of 60 people (10 direct and 50 indirect reporting) and appropriately directing their
efforts to optimize overall team productivity. Conducting training sessions for the team members to keep
their functional skills up-to-date. Actively involved in all strategic decisions of the company.
Achievements
• Designed and developed HFFS packing machine’s customized filler. Implement ISO, CE marking and
ERP system for company. Reduced cost of machine by 20%.working in tandem with design, sourcing and
assembly to win the order.
• Introduced cost –effective and customized features as required by FMCG customers to pack, powder,
liquid and solid objects in various kind of pouch. Closely work with design department and reduced the
cost of machine by 9 lacs. Effectively handled RFQ, costing, submitting offers, technical discussion, and
order execution.. Led every activity from concept design to machine including installation.
Dec 2004 – Jun 2013: INGERSOLL-RAND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY (Ingersoll Rand Industrial Products
Pvt. Ltd., Sahibabad, Ghaziabad) as Senior Manager / Manager – Engg. & Design EED (SBU),Dept Head :
The company provides customized solutions in Fastener Tightening system, Pneumatic tools, Ergo –handling,
material handling system, DC tool, fluid handling products and dispensing systems etc having 39 plants in
North America; 30 plants in Europe; 14 plants in Asia; and 8 plants in Latin America.
• Contributed techno-managerial expertise in designing, development, testing, and trials of Fastener
tightening system, Ergonomic Material Handling Systems, & Fluid Handling Systems to provide
customized solutions attuned to the customers’ needs.
• Managed complete projects entailing project planning, designing, project engineering, material submittal,
technical specification, vendor development, process development / fabrication, QC, subcontracting, and
installation & commissioning of the machines equipments, handling systems etc at client’s sites. Provided
uninterrupted service support to ensure smooth operation of the systems.
• Led, guided and controlled a team of 38 persons (including 8 direct and 30 indirect reporting) and
integrated their efforts to optimize overall team productivity.
Major accomplishments
• Successfully delivered Turnkey/Domestic Projects for Fastener tightening multiuse & engraving system
as SPM Projects for MARUTI, FORD, TVS, M&M, etc. within defined cost, quality and timelines with
balanced resource applications.
• Carried out selection of various Heavy Equipments / Bought out items for Turnkey/Domestic AUTO
Industry TORQUKING NEED and driven procurement initiatives.
• Turned around failing projects by introducing robust processes/planning/systems.
• Executed Product Development projects all over the world. as an expert in SPM Industries-Globally
• Distinction of executing a very prestigious order of Ford India Ltd. Chennai covering implementation of
complete material handling & torquking solution for their new transmission line. The project included
total turnkey solution for material handling from storage area to machine loading & unloading by
changing the component orientations by using imported Zero-Gravity balanced articulating arms from
Ergomatic Inc. USA.
• Executed another overseas big order from Thyssen Krupp. Germany for Tata ACE (TATA Mini Truck) at
Uttaranchal site by providing them total solution for various body parts handling keeping in mind
operator safety & ergonomics for operator ease.
• Developed socket tray for torqking system exported the world over and enhanced company’s turnover by
Rs. 50 crores. Also developed several assembly line solutions of complex torqkig of multi-nut runners.
• Contributed 20%. increase in hand held torqking system business. In recognition of my technical solution
of reactions bars design, was made In-Charge of hand held torqking business. Received Rock star
certification on OSMI (Slow moving inventory)
• Major Projects handled- Domestic Projects – Maruti Suzuki India ltd,, TVs, Ford India, M & M, GM, Tafe
,Rock man, Jcb, Sonakoyo etc.; Export Projects – FORD UK
EARLIER ASSIGNMENTS
Jan 1995 - Dec 2004: FLEX ENGG. LTD. Now known as UFLEX. (Sister Concern of flex industries Ltd) as
Joint executive manager R&D-Design / Executive Officer- Design
A renowned company engaged in manufacturing flexible packaging with turnover in excess of Rs.1500
crores per annum.
• Conceptualized and designed special purpose packaging machine complete with BOM &Finalization of
General Arrangement Drawings and managed complete erection and commissioning projects
• Effectively developed Design & R&D concept for various automation related applications like pick &
place mechanisms using Pneumatics, PLC, and Sensors etc
• Major Projects Executed; GP machine for power & liquid automatic filling. Auger filler, FFS Machine,
Stick pack machine, Band Sealer Machine, Coller Type m/c, multitrack machine. Etc.
Achievements
• Developed in-feed conveying, vibrating load cell weigher, auger filler, cup filler etc and resolved
company filling system problem and saved Rs. 20 crores per year. Eliminated the need of its outsourcing.
Developed several packing machines.
Apr 1992- Jan 1995: RAJASTHAN UDYOG PVT LTD. (Group of companies) as Engineer-Design /Junior
Engineer - Design : The company is engaged in manufacturing stone, marble and granite processing
machines and diamond tools for cutting and finishing of stone with group turnover of Rs. 450 crores
• Successfully designed new machine Maritsa and won 50 more repeat orders in 3 yrs generating additional
revenue of 15 crores. Earned further cost saving of 3 crores by introducing design change and
standardization of parts. Other machines developed include -GANG SAW, RAJASTHAN RAMA M/C..
Dec 1991- Apr 1992: RAILWAY WORK SHOP, Lalgarh, and Bikaner as Engineer (GET) – Maintenance for
locomotive engine.
EDUCATION
• Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.-Mechanical): 1986-1991
M.B.M Engineering College, University of Jodhpur (Now renamed as JNV University.
• MBA (General) from Bhartiyar University, Coimbatore. ([2010-2012].Distance education.
TRAINING PROGRAMMES ATTENDED
• Ten days training program on UG nx4
• Three day training over Kaizen Tool.
• 10 days training on Productivity improvement conducted by Leadership Management International for
self assessment & various tools for improvement of personnel productivity in our present environment.
• Pneumatic training for three days conducted by SMC. Gained knowledge of Advance technology of
Designing/Engineering concepts of SPM / Machinery worldwide.
IT SKILLS
MS Office; 3D UNIGRAPHICS, Mechanical Desktop 5.0 & Unigraphics NX4, solid works/edge, PROE ,
SOLID EDGE ,AUTO CAD, Inventor, MS Access, Developer 2000, MS project, Wind-chill, AUTOCAD, PLC
PERSONAL DETAILS
Date of birth: 20 /12/ 1967; Nationality: Indian
Current CTC- 18.5 lacs PA+ Car +petrol+ Bachelor Accommodation with servant and food

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    D K VERMA H.No. B-7, Sector -9, Sahayog Appt, plot no Gh-3, Vasundhara Colony Ghaziabad (UP) – 201012, India Contact Nos: (+91) - 9873326611, 4847; (+91)-120-4567127 E-mail: [email protected] UNIT HEAD / DESIGN & DEVELOPMENT / R&D/ PROJECT MANAGEMENT PROFESSIONAL : Leveraging over 24 years of leadership experience in the domains of Design & Development / Project Management /overall plant management in quest of senior management role as Unit Head or Techncial Head or Departmental Head with a progressive manufacturing / consultancy company in engineering /allied industries in India. PROFILE • A professionally matured Graduate Engineer / MBA with eventful career span of over 24 years in leadership roles across diverse functional domains – Design & Development / R&D, manufacturing, vendor development, / procurement, marketing, project management , HR/IR, admin etc -with renowned engineering companies in India. • Currently positioned as Vice –President with Vijay Flexible Containers Pvt. Ltd, Halol, Gujarat. Demonstrated functional excellence in driving entire manufacturing unit operations including production planning, product design & development / R&D, vendor development /procurement, process management, quality assurance, business development, HR/IR & administration - to optimize overall operational efficiency. Specialized skills in design and development of special purpose machines, assembly line solutions, packaging machines, Stone processing machines, Diamond tools, Material handling systems and automation systems right from concept to commissioning. • Acknowledged Professional strengths in contributing comprehensive project management expertise including erection and commissioning, testing / trial and resource balancing to ensure project delivery within defined cost and timelines. Adequate Knowledge of pneumatics, Design calculations, Optimization of product design and product tests. Excellent ability to convert problem in to design specifications, test plan and proto type. Active involvement in design stages like feasibility study, benchmarking, concept design, design and development, prototype and testing. • Core strengths in infusing policy and strategic drivers across multifunctional domains including commercial, technical & administrative zones to run manufacturing units to targeted production and productivity levels. Adept in conceptualising / implementing modern productivity & utility improvement / developmental techniques to strengthen company’s market presence in competitive business scenario. Skilled in maintaining industrial peace and resolving labour related issues amicably. • Competent team leader, trainer and motivator having ability to integrate efforts of multifunctional teams to maximize overall productivity. Superior verbal and written communication abilities. KEY STRENGTH AREAS • Plant Management • Production Planning & Control • Design & Development • Process Management • R&D • Project Management • Vendor Development /Procurement • Quality Assurance • Erection & Commissioning • Cost Control • Energy Conservation • Man –Management • Resource Balancing • Team Leadership PROFESSIONAL EXPERIENCE Jul 2013 - Present: VIJAY FLEXIBLE CONTAINERS PVT. LTD. Tal. Halol, Panchmahal Dist. (A sister VFC industries Ltd. set up in 2010) as Vice President – Projects (Unit Head). The company is engaged in manufacturing wide range of Horizontal Form-Fill-Seal (HFFS) machines for flexible packaging in different types of filled pouches. • Spearheading entire operations of the unit covering all functional domains - projects, R&D, design, marketing, purchase, QC & administration etc., assuming final accountability for overall growth and profitability of the unit. • Identifying customers’ needs, creating concept design, drawing material needs /cost estimates, defining flow chart, developing / refining production process, submitting customized offers, arranging presentations and concluding project /supply contracts with the customers on advantageous terms. • Driving design and development initiatives to develop customized products and managing complete project commissioning at client’s site. Contributing project management expertise –project planning,
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    designing, scheduling, projectengineering, drawing project estimates, material submittals, vendor development /procurement, subcontracting, fabrication, erection & commissioning, QC, testing & trial and balancing deployment of resources to ensure project delivery within defined cost and time parameters. Maintaining regular coordination with all involved agencies –client, consultants, site engineers, vendors, internal customers to ensure bottleneck free project implementation. • Leading strategic initiatives across all functional areas and amicably resolving workmen’s HR /IR related issues to secure their undivided focus on assigned jobs. Setting up productive relations with high profile clients and retaining their continued patronage with prompt and personalized service delivery. • Implementing cost rationalization measures to eliminate redundancies and maintain overall operational efficiency. Visited Germany to participate in packaging exhibition. • Managing a team of 60 people (10 direct and 50 indirect reporting) and appropriately directing their efforts to optimize overall team productivity. Conducting training sessions for the team members to keep their functional skills up-to-date. Actively involved in all strategic decisions of the company. Achievements • Designed and developed HFFS packing machine’s customized filler. Implement ISO, CE marking and ERP system for company. Reduced cost of machine by 20%.working in tandem with design, sourcing and assembly to win the order. • Introduced cost –effective and customized features as required by FMCG customers to pack, powder, liquid and solid objects in various kind of pouch. Closely work with design department and reduced the cost of machine by 9 lacs. Effectively handled RFQ, costing, submitting offers, technical discussion, and order execution.. Led every activity from concept design to machine including installation. Dec 2004 – Jun 2013: INGERSOLL-RAND INDUSTRIAL TECHNOLOGY (Ingersoll Rand Industrial Products Pvt. Ltd., Sahibabad, Ghaziabad) as Senior Manager / Manager – Engg. & Design EED (SBU),Dept Head : The company provides customized solutions in Fastener Tightening system, Pneumatic tools, Ergo –handling, material handling system, DC tool, fluid handling products and dispensing systems etc having 39 plants in North America; 30 plants in Europe; 14 plants in Asia; and 8 plants in Latin America. • Contributed techno-managerial expertise in designing, development, testing, and trials of Fastener tightening system, Ergonomic Material Handling Systems, & Fluid Handling Systems to provide customized solutions attuned to the customers’ needs. • Managed complete projects entailing project planning, designing, project engineering, material submittal, technical specification, vendor development, process development / fabrication, QC, subcontracting, and installation & commissioning of the machines equipments, handling systems etc at client’s sites. Provided uninterrupted service support to ensure smooth operation of the systems. • Led, guided and controlled a team of 38 persons (including 8 direct and 30 indirect reporting) and integrated their efforts to optimize overall team productivity. Major accomplishments • Successfully delivered Turnkey/Domestic Projects for Fastener tightening multiuse & engraving system as SPM Projects for MARUTI, FORD, TVS, M&M, etc. within defined cost, quality and timelines with balanced resource applications. • Carried out selection of various Heavy Equipments / Bought out items for Turnkey/Domestic AUTO Industry TORQUKING NEED and driven procurement initiatives. • Turned around failing projects by introducing robust processes/planning/systems. • Executed Product Development projects all over the world. as an expert in SPM Industries-Globally • Distinction of executing a very prestigious order of Ford India Ltd. Chennai covering implementation of complete material handling & torquking solution for their new transmission line. The project included total turnkey solution for material handling from storage area to machine loading & unloading by changing the component orientations by using imported Zero-Gravity balanced articulating arms from Ergomatic Inc. USA. • Executed another overseas big order from Thyssen Krupp. Germany for Tata ACE (TATA Mini Truck) at Uttaranchal site by providing them total solution for various body parts handling keeping in mind operator safety & ergonomics for operator ease. • Developed socket tray for torqking system exported the world over and enhanced company’s turnover by Rs. 50 crores. Also developed several assembly line solutions of complex torqkig of multi-nut runners. • Contributed 20%. increase in hand held torqking system business. In recognition of my technical solution of reactions bars design, was made In-Charge of hand held torqking business. Received Rock star certification on OSMI (Slow moving inventory)
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    • Major Projectshandled- Domestic Projects – Maruti Suzuki India ltd,, TVs, Ford India, M & M, GM, Tafe ,Rock man, Jcb, Sonakoyo etc.; Export Projects – FORD UK EARLIER ASSIGNMENTS Jan 1995 - Dec 2004: FLEX ENGG. LTD. Now known as UFLEX. (Sister Concern of flex industries Ltd) as Joint executive manager R&D-Design / Executive Officer- Design A renowned company engaged in manufacturing flexible packaging with turnover in excess of Rs.1500 crores per annum. • Conceptualized and designed special purpose packaging machine complete with BOM &Finalization of General Arrangement Drawings and managed complete erection and commissioning projects • Effectively developed Design & R&D concept for various automation related applications like pick & place mechanisms using Pneumatics, PLC, and Sensors etc • Major Projects Executed; GP machine for power & liquid automatic filling. Auger filler, FFS Machine, Stick pack machine, Band Sealer Machine, Coller Type m/c, multitrack machine. Etc. Achievements • Developed in-feed conveying, vibrating load cell weigher, auger filler, cup filler etc and resolved company filling system problem and saved Rs. 20 crores per year. Eliminated the need of its outsourcing. Developed several packing machines. Apr 1992- Jan 1995: RAJASTHAN UDYOG PVT LTD. (Group of companies) as Engineer-Design /Junior Engineer - Design : The company is engaged in manufacturing stone, marble and granite processing machines and diamond tools for cutting and finishing of stone with group turnover of Rs. 450 crores • Successfully designed new machine Maritsa and won 50 more repeat orders in 3 yrs generating additional revenue of 15 crores. Earned further cost saving of 3 crores by introducing design change and standardization of parts. Other machines developed include -GANG SAW, RAJASTHAN RAMA M/C.. Dec 1991- Apr 1992: RAILWAY WORK SHOP, Lalgarh, and Bikaner as Engineer (GET) – Maintenance for locomotive engine. EDUCATION • Bachelor of Engineering (B.E.-Mechanical): 1986-1991 M.B.M Engineering College, University of Jodhpur (Now renamed as JNV University. • MBA (General) from Bhartiyar University, Coimbatore. ([2010-2012].Distance education. TRAINING PROGRAMMES ATTENDED • Ten days training program on UG nx4 • Three day training over Kaizen Tool. • 10 days training on Productivity improvement conducted by Leadership Management International for self assessment & various tools for improvement of personnel productivity in our present environment. • Pneumatic training for three days conducted by SMC. Gained knowledge of Advance technology of Designing/Engineering concepts of SPM / Machinery worldwide. IT SKILLS MS Office; 3D UNIGRAPHICS, Mechanical Desktop 5.0 & Unigraphics NX4, solid works/edge, PROE , SOLID EDGE ,AUTO CAD, Inventor, MS Access, Developer 2000, MS project, Wind-chill, AUTOCAD, PLC PERSONAL DETAILS Date of birth: 20 /12/ 1967; Nationality: Indian Current CTC- 18.5 lacs PA+ Car +petrol+ Bachelor Accommodation with servant and food