HIMANSU SEKHAR MOHAPATRA

 
DAMMAM, KSA  
H: +966542198033 | INDIA: +91 7978874277 | himansumohapatra@yahoo.com
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/himansumohapatra/

PROFESSIONAL SUMMARY
Goal-oriented Manufacturing Manager with 17 years of experience leading productive teams and increasing
profitability through streamlining processes and identifying areas of improvement. Resourceful and adaptable
collaborator with knowledge of enhancing operations and maintaining high standards of safety practices. Managed
operation for Oil and gas equipment manufacturing Industries for new manufacturing, repair & refurbishment facility
with API 5CT & 7-1, API 7K, 6A, 16A & 16C product line. Strong experience in preparing plant’s manufacturing
strategy, Expansion strategy, CAPEX and OPEX, budget plans. Led the team in 2019 to hire and train 30+ KSA nationals
and localize n number of activities to improve IKTVA score.

Skills
Root Cause Analysis Welding Fabrication Operation SOP Lean manufacturing
Six Sigma Lean manufacturing KPI tracking Inventory management
CNC ISO 9001 MES Supply chain optimization
CAD CAM NCR root cause Cost control Operational Budgeting
Machining CAPA HSE management Recruitment and training.

Manufacturing Engineering & Projects 

o Review new product process and cost feasibility.
o Experienced in Process design, Process validation and Plant Layout 
o Review and approve modification of Fixtures, Special tooling for process.
o Review and approve Process documents - PFD, Control Plans, Process sheets
o OEE analysis and take needed action for improvement.
o Tool planning and Tool management, lean set up.
o Coordinate with supply chain and operations for Implementation of projects on shop floor.
o New manufacturing - Feasibility study, Capacity planning
o Capex budgeting – Analysis and justification for manufacturing requirement.

o RFQ's, Techno-commercial discussions with Supplier and Vendor .

Team Management: 
o Skill mapping of all employees in Mfg Engineering & Development functions. 

o Skill Enhancement plan for Team-(cross functional trainings etc.)

WORK HISTORY
WEIR (OIL & GAS)
MANUFACTURING MANAGER | Dammam, KSA| July 2018 - July 2020

Responsibility: Plant operational responsibility of 2 business units. Total reporting-311 +

Tubular Unit
o Tubular product manufacturing, Repairs and premium connections for Aramco, GE, Shlumberger, Baker Huge,
NOV etc. ( 20 CNC Machine, including Multi axis lathe ( Turn-Mill), Cutting and Heat treatment unit, Corrosion
resistance coating unit, Assembly unit,).
o API and Premium connection re-cut and new manufacturing (GP, VAM, Tenaris) threading and repair of
tubing's, casings, drill collars, drill pipes, Tubing hangers etc.) .

Key achievements:
o Revenue output growth of division by 150% + with zero increase in resource.
o Segregated and arranged material yard which was in uncontrolled stage since 15+yrs.
o Established Control mechanism to monitor unit output and individual performance.
o Improved Planning process and customized ERP to automate efficiency, utilization thus helping to track OEE.

VALVES & WELLHEAD Unit.

o Machine shop with 46 heavy duty machines Including CNC & Manual VTL, HBM, Milling, Lathe and grinding
machine) engaged in machining Pressure control products (Manifold, Vales, BOP, Flanges, etc.)
o Welding, cladding and Fabrication Unit with 12 Welding stations ((SMAW&GMAW), 5 Cladding unit & 2 skid
fabrication unit.
o Assembly shop with 2 pressures Test unit and one gas test Unit.
o Blasting, Paint booth and xylon coating for API product
o Production line: API 5CT & 7-1, API 7K, 6A, 16A & 16C)

Plant maintenance Unit

Leading directly the team For TPM and routine plant maintenance activity- Total manpower -11

Key achievements:
o US$ 5M cost saving for 2019 by process modification.
o Developed local machining suppliers improving 15% to profitability and improving IKTVA score.
o Increase in profitability on some key product from negative percentage to +30% by process modification.
o Optimization of Cladding procedure to reduce rework by 25%.
 o Implemented processes that simplified procedures and reduced average processing time by 1900 hours for a
major customer.
o Established proper NCR investigation and closure process contributing towards reduction of NCR by 50%
o Collaborated with team of 6 in the development of IKTIVA improvement which includes on campus interviews
for recruitment and local supplier development.
o Maintenance - Reduced equipment downtime by 25% through planned Preventive maintenance.

ASWAN INTERNATIONAL ENGINEERING COMPANY

Plant Manager | Dubai, UAE | April 2016 - July 2017 (Team-130+)
Responsibility: Manufacturing and P&L responsibility of the plant (Machining shop, Thermal spray,

Industrial chrome plant, Rotor grinding station and Oil and gas equipment manufacturing and

repairing division engaged in various industrial activities for general industry as well as O&G

equipment manufacturing industry. Common O&G equipments handled are Flow control equipments,

Motor assembly parts, Pressure control equipments, etc.

Achievements:
o Set up CAM programming for CNC department and Multi axis machining and SPM process.
o Maximized plant safety through proactive strategies and well-structured training.
o Trained personnel on Mazak Turn-mill operation and Programming.
o Streamlined Internal grinding and stabilizer repair process reducing lead time by 40%.

NATIONAL OILWELL VARCO DUBAI UAE

Manufacturing Operations Manager | November 2007 - March 2016.

Responsibility: Complete Operation and manufacturing responsibility of down hole equipment

manufacturing machine shop with 41 cnc machines, Coating line, Assembly line and fabrication unit.
Product line- API 7-1, shock-tools, Fishing tools, Drilling jars, Bowen tools, Motor Assembly, BHA assembly,
Drilling Reamer, Stabilizers’, Rotors, Stators etc.)

Achievements:
o Coordinated company projects and programs that supported to set up Dubai manufacturing Plant.
o Optimized ERP System (JD Edwards and Kronos) to implement activity based scheduling system.
o Developed manufacturing process and assisted in creating CNC program for 100+ new products
o Implemented Manufacturing execution system and optimized with HRM interface.
o Reduced/optimized process cycle time on N-number of parts to generate favorable variance (5% to 40%).
o Decreased Supply chain cost by 7% and contract manufacturing cost by 15% through contract negotiation and
pricing standardization.
o Created SOP and Operational guidelines for manufacturing operations.
 o Quality cost decreased to 0 .15% of production output.
o Centralized inventory system for tooling led to 30% less spending on cutting tool inserts.
o Recognized low-cost suppliers and managed deliveries to cut downtime and save costs.
o Recruited and Trained 50+ new technicians on production and company processes.

ADVANCE FORGE PVT LTD

Production and Engineering Manager | December 2001 - November 2007

Achievements:
o Established the CAD/CAM department, led the migration of all existing designs to CAD database and
converted die manufacturing to CAM compatible process.
o Reduced material usage by 15% by modifying die designs, manufacturing process time by 25% by modifying
component design.
o Implemented Double cavity and cnc machining of die project changes to improve production by 50%.
o Lead team of more than 10 members focused on optimizing manufacturing processes.

EDUCATION
DOCTORATE Business Administration
Swiss Business School, ETC | Expected in 2022
MASTERS IN BUSINESS MANAGEMENT ( OPERATION
& STRATEGY MANAGEMENT)
ALLIANCE MANCHESTER BUSINESS SCHOOL,
UNIVERSITY OF MANCHESTER, UK,DUBAI
CAMPUS,2017

4 YR ADVANCE DIPLOMA Tool & Die BACHELORS OF ENGINEERING Mechanical

Manufacturing Engineering, JRNUV. ( Part time)
CTTC, Bhubaneswar, 2000.

CERTIFICATIONS
Lean & Agile Supply Chain Manufacturing Concepts Six Sigma Black belt
Leading with Emotional intelligence Leading with Emotional intelligence
Team leadership, Job responsibility Design Operation Excellence foundations
Budgeting Process Excellence foundations
Creating culture for change Decision Making
Managing organizational change for managers Employer branding to attract Talent
Employee Engagement Hiring and Developing your future workforce
Organization Design Metrics for product managers
Managing employee Performance problems Developing Competitive Strategy
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