Umesh. R

About Umesh. R

Excellence is not an act, but a continuous journey of improvement.”Ever wondered how a Greenfield plant can go from blueprint to full-scale production in under a year while achieving record efficiency and safety standards?I\'ve always been fascinated by how things work and how we can make them work better, faster, and more sustainably. That\'s what fuels my passion for operations and manufacturing, it\'s about building, optimizing, and leading teams to achieve extraordinary results.I am a proactive, achievement-oriented operations leader with 20+ years of experience driving manufacturing excellence, operational transformations, and business growth.I specialize in converting strategic vision into operational reality, whether it’s setting up new production facilities, optimizing end-to-end supply chains, or leading cross-functional teams to deliver measurable results.Passionate about innovation, I thrive at the intersection of people, process, and technology to unlock sustainable value.What I bring to the Table- Operations & Production Management- Greenfield Project Execution & Plant Setup- Lean, Six Sigma & Operational Excellence- Quality Assurance & Compliance Management- Supply Chain Optimization & Vendor Development- Cost Control, CAPEX, Budgeting & P&L Leadership- Team Building, Talent Development & Safety CultureSignature Achievement:Led the execution of a ₹225+ Cr Greenfield plant, establishing production, tool rooms, labs, and digital operations within 7 months. 4.2% operating cost reduction, and zero LDI incidents while implementing Industry 4.0 initiatives and TPM transformation.Cross-Industry & Situational Expertise:I have successfully navigated complex projects across automotive, electronics, and industrial sectors. From setting up multi-process facilities to optimizing high-volume production lines, I bring hands-on expertise in project management, process standardization, and international benchmarking. I am adept at translating strategic goals into operational execution that maximizes efficiency, quality, and profitability.Leadership Philosophy:I believe in empowering teams, fostering collaboration, and driving performance through clarity, accountability, and mentorship.If you want to turn operations into a competitive advantage while building high-performing teams, let’s connect.

Experience

1. Plant Head

   Athmer Group

   Mar 2026 — Present · Bengaluru, IN

Education

• Annamalai University

  Bachelor's degree, Mechanical Engineering

• Shri Jagadguru Renukacharya college

  PUC, PCME

• INSEAD

  Executive Programme, Strategic Business Management

• ICFAI University

  MBA, Operations Management

• Indian Institute of Management, Calcutta

  Executive Programme, Operations Management and Supervision

• Government Polytechnic College

  Diploma, Tool & Die Making

  1997 — 2001

• Holy Saviour English School

  10th Standard