Manish S. Patel

About Manish S. Patel

As an Assistant Manager – Manufacturing Operations at Luminous Power Technologies, I contribute to the development and execution of solar cell manufacturing projects, focusing on process establishment, production readiness, and operational excellence. I work closely with cross-functional teams to build robust manufacturing capabilities across critical processes including Texturing, Diffusion, PECVD/ALD, Metallization, and advanced TOPCon solar cell technology.With 11+ years of experience in semiconductor and solar cell manufacturing, I specialize in process optimization, equipment commissioning, and high-volume manufacturing ramp-up. My expertise lies in establishing standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality control systems, and process stability frameworks that ensure consistent production performance and yield improvement.I actively drive Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement initiatives, implementing tools such as 5S, Kaizen, Value Stream Mapping (VSM), Root Cause Analysis, and Operational Excellence methodologies to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve equipment efficiency.Passionate about renewable energy and advanced manufacturing technologies, I am committed to building high-performance manufacturing systems that support sustainable solar energy production and global clean energy goals.

Experience

1. Assistant Manager Manufacturing Operations

   Luminous Power Technologies (P) Ltd

   Mar 2026 — Present · Gurugram, IN

   Currently involved in solar cell manufacturing project setup and operations planning, supporting installation, commissioning, and readiness of production lines.• Working on equipment installation, process setup, and operational planning to ensure a smooth transition from project phase to mass production.• Supporting development and optimization of solar cell manufacturing processes including Texturing, Diffusion, PECVD/ALD, Metallization, and TOPCon technology.• Coordinating with cross-functional teams to establish standard operating procedures (SOPs), process control systems, and quality standards for stable production.• Monitoring process parameters, yield improvement strategies, and manufacturing efficiency to achieve high productivity and quality performance.• Contributing to continuous improvement initiatives, production ramp-up planning, and operational excellence in high-volume solar cell manufacturing.

Education

• G.I.C.allahabad

  12, Mathematics

  2011 — 2012

• Institute of Engineering & Technology DAVV, Indore

  Bachelor of Technology - BTech, Mechanical Engineering

  2015 — 2018

• Rajiv Gandhi Prodyogiki Vishwavidyalaya

  Mechanical Diploma , Mechanical Engineering

  2012 — 2015