Tanmay K. Basa
Bhubaneswar
Summary
Seasoned Rigid Packaging Technical Consultant & Product Development expert from Leading Plastic Packaging Industry, adept in plant management and strategic planning. Spearheaded high-impact projects, achieving significant process optimizations and cost reductions. Excelled in leadership, guiding teams towards excellence in production and sustainability practices, with a notable achievement in enhancing operational efficiency by over 25%.
Overview
25
25
years of professional experience
1
1
Certification
Work History
Packaging Technical Consultant & Product Development
Leading Global MB Manufacturer
Dubai
10.2023 - Current
- Lead product development of high-performance masterbatch solutions, aligning with industry trends and customer needs
- Provide technical support to major customers, assisting with troubleshooting, customization, and queries
- Coordinate global product development strategy, collaborating with R&D, production, and customer teams
- Perform product testing and validation, working with customers for successful trials and launches
- Offer strategic guidance on material selection, processing, and application solutions
- Support customer training programs and technical presentations
- Document and report on product development, customer feedback, and market analysis to senior management
Head of Plastics & Packaging Department
Marsavco SA
Kinshasa
03.2019 - 08.2023
- Lead and mentor a team of engineers, designers, and technicians, ensuring alignment with departmental goals
- Monitor performance against KPIs to ensure efficient operations, timely delivery, and cost management
- Lead design and development of new rigid plastic packaging products, collaborating with cross-functional teams to meet market, customer, and regulatory needs
- Manage the product lifecycle from concept to production, ensuring quality, cost-effectiveness, and timely delivery
- Oversee manufacturing processes like injection molding and blow molding, ensuring quality, efficiency, and regulatory compliance
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives to optimize performance, reduce waste, and enhance energy efficiency
- Lead sustainability efforts, incorporating recycled materials and eco-friendly solutions while ensuring environmental compliance
Head of Plastics & Packaging Department
MeTL Group
Dar Es Salam
06.2016 - 01.2019
- Develop and implement strategies to meet production targets, optimize costs, and improve efficiency across product lines like pails, PET preforms, caps, thermoforming, and blown film
- Oversee production processes, ensuring products meet quality standards, regulatory requirements, and deadlines
- Lead and mentor the team, focusing on development, skill enhancement, and a safe, productive environment
- Continuously optimize processes, integrating new technologies to reduce waste and improve quality
- Manage supply chain operations, ensuring timely procurement of raw materials and effective inventory control
- Ensure adherence to quality control standards and regulatory compliance
- Develop and manage the department's budget, monitor costs, and implement cost-saving measures without compromising quality or safety
Factory Manager
Easy Pack Ltd.
Blantyre
04.2009 - 05.2016
- Oversee production of PET preforms, caps, thermoformed products, blown film, rotomolded tanks, and plastic recycling, ensuring efficient operations and timely delivery to clients like Coca-Cola and Unilever
- Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer specifications, and industry regulations, including food safety, environmental, and health standards
- Manage, train, and motivate a large workforce, ensuring high performance, safety, and adherence to manufacturing best practices
- Continuously assess and improve production processes, incorporating new technologies to boost productivity, reduce waste, and lower costs
- Coordinate with suppliers and manage inventory to ensure timely procurement of raw materials and cost-effective stock levels
- Develop and manage the factory budget, monitor production costs, and implement cost-saving measures while maintaining product quality
- Oversee plastic recycling and ensure compliance with environmental regulations, implementing sustainable practices to reduce the factory's ecological footprint
Production and Technical Manager
Burayu Spring Water Plc.
Addis Ababa
06.2005 - 03.2009
- Oversee and manage the technical operations involved in the production of packaged drinking water, PET preforms, beverage, and caps, ensuring smooth and efficient production processes
- Lead the development, optimization, and implementation of production techniques, machinery, and technology to improve product quality and manufacturing efficiency
- Ensure compliance with industry standards, health regulations, and safety protocols while maintaining product integrity, particularly for bottled water and beverage products
- Coordinate with R&D and production teams to troubleshoot technical issues, implement corrective actions, and drive continuous improvements in production lines
- Manage maintenance schedules, technical training, and equipment upgrades to ensure operational reliability and minimize downtime across all production areas
Production Engineer (Preform & Closure Division)
Parle Bisleri Ltd.
Mumbai
10.2003 - 03.2005
- Oversee PET preform and closure production, ensuring efficiency, quality, and timely delivery to meet customer needs
- Monitor and optimize machine performance, troubleshoot issues, and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime
- Collaborate with quality control to ensure products meet industry standards and regulatory specifications
- Assist in planning preventive maintenance and equipment upgrades to enhance production and minimize disruptions
Production Engineer
Sunrise Containers Ltd.
Silvassa
12.1999 - 10.2003
- Manage daily production line operations, ensuring efficient manufacturing, quality standards, and adherence to schedules
- Troubleshoot and resolve technical issues to minimize downtime and maintain continuous workflow
- Coordinate with quality control to monitor product specifications, ensure compliance, and implement improvements to enhance efficiency
Education
Executive MBA - Production & Operations
International Institute of Business Management Studies (IIBMS)
Mumbai, IndiaPlastic Engineering -
Central Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET)
Bhubaneswar, IndiaBachelor of Science -
Utkal University
Bhubaneswar, IndiaSkills
- Plant Management
- Production & Project Management
- Cost Management and Budgeting
- Quality Control and Assurance
- Technical Expertise in Machinery and Equipment
- Health, Safety & Environmental Compliances
- Process Optimization & Automation
- Sustainability Practices
- Team Development & Employee Training
- Troubleshooting and Problem-solving
- Leadership
- Continuous Improvement
- Strategic planning
Technical expertise
- Injection Moulding
- Extrusion Blow Moulding
- Extrusion Blown Film
- Thermoforming
- Stretch Blow Moulding
- ISBM
- Plastic Recycling
- Beverage Filling Line
- Corrugated Box Mfg line
PRODUCT EXPERTISE
- PET Preforms & Bottles
- Small & Big size Blow moulded Bottles & Jerrycans
- Caps & Closures
- Mono & Multilayer Film
- PET, PP, GPPS Thermoforming Products
- IML Containers
- Household PP, PE Products
- Masterbatch & Additives
- Beverage & Food Crate
- Packaged Drinking water
- Corrugated Box
Certification
- Quality Management System
- Lean Six Sigma
- ISO 9001/2015
- FSSC 22000
- HACCP
- Coca-Cola & Unilever supplier quality standards
Languages
- English
- Hindi
Timeline
Packaging Technical Consultant & Product Development
Leading Global MB Manufacturer
10.2023 - Current
Head of Plastics & Packaging Department
Marsavco SA
03.2019 - 08.2023
Head of Plastics & Packaging Department
MeTL Group
06.2016 - 01.2019
Factory Manager
Easy Pack Ltd.
04.2009 - 05.2016
Production and Technical Manager
Burayu Spring Water Plc.
06.2005 - 03.2009
Production Engineer (Preform & Closure Division)
Parle Bisleri Ltd.
10.2003 - 03.2005
Production Engineer
Sunrise Containers Ltd.
12.1999 - 10.2003
Executive MBA - Production & Operations
International Institute of Business Management Studies (IIBMS)
Plastic Engineering -
Central Institute of Plastics Engineering & Technology (CIPET)
Bachelor of Science -
Utkal University
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