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5000+

Manufacturing Experts
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67%

of the projects were of full-time capacity
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68%

of the projects were of 3-6 months
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41%

of the projects were on-site
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40%

of consultants have 15+ years of experience
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Top In-Demand Manufacturing Skills

Large project management

Manufacturing / Operations head

Manufacturing oversight

Process Engineering / Process excellence

Quality assurance

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Manufacturing Process Optimisation Consultant (Industrial Engineering)

Project Scope:

A leading manufacturing company engaged a consultant to enhance shop-floor productivity and operational efficiency through time and motion studies and Lean Manufacturing interventions at its Pune facility.

Key Deliverables:

  • Conducted detailed time and motion studies to analyse production workflows and identify opportunities for cycle time reduction and cost optimisation
  • Applied Lean Manufacturing principles and process optimisation techniques to improve throughput and eliminate inefficiencies
  • Established standard work procedures and accurate work measurement systems to ensure consistent task execution and productivity benchmarking
  • Led continuous improvement (Kaizen) initiatives focused on reducing waste in time, materials, and energy

Consultant Profile

  • 15+ years of experience as a manufacturing engineering professional with expertise in time study methodologies, industrial engineering, and Lean transformation.

Solar Cell Manufacturing Facility Setup Consultant (Renewable Energy)

Project Scope:

A leading consulting organisation engaged a specialist consultant to oversee the establishment of a large-scale solar cell manufacturing facility in India.

Key Deliverables:

  • Advised on the end-to-end setup of a GW-scale solar cell manufacturing facility, ensuring adherence to international technology and efficiency standards
  • Guided technology selection and process design to align manufacturing capabilities with evolving solar cell efficiency trends and market demands
  • Led procurement and contracting for critical manufacturing equipment with global OEMs and technology providers across China and Europe

Consultant Profile

  • Renewable energy and manufacturing expert with 15+ years of experience in establishing GW-scale solar cell production facilities in India and China.

Manufacturing & Procurement Advisory Consultant (Tiles and Bathware Sector)

Project Scope:

A top-tier management consulting firm engaged a manufacturing and procurement expert to support a plant diagnostic and opportunity sizing exercise for a leading tiles and bathware manufacturer in India.

Key Deliverables:

  • Conducted diagnostic assessments of manufacturing plants near Hyderabad to identify operational inefficiencies and process improvement areas
  • Reviewed procurement and vendor management systems to enhance cost-effectiveness and supply chain reliability
  • Quantified potential cost and operational improvements through benchmarking and performance analysis
  • Assessed Sales & Operations Planning (S&OP) processes, including planning, inventory management, and coordination practices

Consultant Profile

  • Industry expert with a deep understanding of India’s tiles and bathware manufacturing landscape, combining expertise in procurement, operations, and go-to-market strategy.

Senior Manufacturing Operations Specialist (FMCG Sector)

Project Scope:

A leading FMCG company engaged a senior consultant to optimise end-to-end manufacturing operations and strengthen production efficiency across its facilities in the Mumbai Metropolitan Region.

Key Deliverables:

  • Identified and implemented process optimisation initiatives to enhance productivity, reduce waste, and improve resource utilisation
  • Collaborated with cross-functional teams in Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, and Supply Chain to resolve bottlenecks and drive operational excellence
  • Led root cause analysis (RCA) and implemented CAPA programs for deviations, equipment failures, and process non-conformities
  • Ensured strict regulatory and quality compliance with GMP, ISO, and HACCP standards

Consultant Profile

  • Manufacturing operations specialist with 10+ years of progressive experience in high-volume FMCG environments. Deep expertise in lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement, with proven ability to deliver measurable gains in efficiency and quality.

PMO Consultant (Agro-Chemical Sector)

Project Scope:

A reputed heritage conglomerate in South India, with diversified operations across Chemicals, Specialty Chemicals, Engineering, Foundry, and Shipping, engaged a senior consultant to establish and lead a Project Management Office (PMO) for its Agro-Chemical Contract Manufacturing division.

Key Deliverables:

  • Established and led the PMO function to oversee end-to-end governance of contract manufacturing projects
  • Designed and implemented standardised project management frameworks, tools, and reporting systems to improve visibility and accountability
  • Worked cross-functionally with R&D, Operations, Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain teams to ensure aligned and efficient project delivery
  • Developed and tracked key project performance indicators (KPIs), preparing executive-level dashboards and performance reports

Consultant Profile

  • Experienced project management leader with 15 years of experience in contract manufacturing and process industries, with a proven track record in establishing PMOs, managing complex multi-stakeholder projects, and ensuring operational excellence.

Manufacturing Excellence Consultant (Lean Transformation)

Project Scope:

A leading industrial client engaged a consultant to drive lean transformation and manufacturing excellence initiatives across multiple production sites in India.

Key Deliverables:

  • Conducted Lean assessments and time-motion studies to evaluate current-state operations, quantify non-value-added activities, and identify process improvement opportunities
  • Performed Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to analyse material and information flows, highlight bottlenecks, and streamline operations
  • Designed and implemented Kaizen events, SMED projects, line balancing, and flow optimisation to improve productivity and reduce waste
  • Led root cause analysis (RCA) to address gaps between nameplate and actual capacities, developing data-backed solutions for performance enhancement

Consultant Profile

  • Manufacturing excellence professional with 5+ years of experience in lean implementation and operational optimisation within high-volume manufacturing environments. Certified Lean Six Sigma Black Belt, with demonstrated expertise in Value Stream Mapping, RCA, and process engineering.

Senior EPC & Industrial Manufacturing Business Development Consultant

Project Scope:

A digital platform specialising in Capex Procurement and Vendor Management for the manufacturing sector engaged a senior consultant to accelerate business development and strategic market access.

Key Deliverables:

  • Leveraged an extensive professional network within EPC and industrial enterprises to facilitate senior-level introductions (CXOs, BU Heads, and Procurement Leaders)
  • Personally coordinated authenticated introductions through direct communication channels (email, calls, and meetings) to ensure credibility and conversion potential
  • Delivered insights on Capex Procurement and Vendor Management challenges, enabling sharper targeting and enhanced value articulation
  • Supported the client in evolving its go-to-market (GTM) strategy for enterprise-level partnerships and institutional sales growth

Consultant Profile

  • Seasoned business development leader with 20+ years of experience across EPC, construction, and industrial manufacturing sectors, specialising in strategic partnerships and enterprise relationship management.

Manufacturing Operations Consultant – Productivity Improvement

Project Scope:

A leading FMCG client engaged a senior consultant to drive productivity improvement initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites in India.

Key Deliverables:

  • Conducted a comprehensive diagnostic assessment of manufacturing operations, evaluating processes, manpower, material, power, and fuel utilisation
  • Identified and prioritised high-impact productivity improvement opportunities, focusing on efficiency enhancement and waste reduction
  • Designed and implemented performance optimisation programs in collaboration with plant and corporate operations teams
  • Defined KPIs and performance dashboards to monitor progress and measure the effectiveness of improvement initiatives

Consultant Profile

  • Manufacturing operations leader with 20 years of experience in FMCG and packaged food industries, including prior leadership roles as Plant Head or Operations Head.
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