• An accomplished food technologist with over 16 years of proven experience in

LOKAN DR E
improving operations, quality, safety, and administration by increasing productivity and
achieving success.
• Acquired hands-on experience in food life cycle management, including raw materials

PROFILE
KU M AR •
refining, processing and packing to food facilities & equipment operations, food system
processing, and storage.
Skilled in improving processes, driving procurement of dairy & food products,
Food Processing Specialist | R&D warehousing, and quality system management.
• Well-versed in implementing operational strategies and quality management systems to
Specialist | QC/QA Management |
meet organizational QA requirements.
HACCP & Food Safety | • Adept in conceptualizing careful & sophisticated quality control measures in compliance
Production & Operations with the specified standards while performing root-cause analysis to prevent any
Management reoccurrences & defective issues.

• Awarded first prize for innovation at the Annual Innovation Day at Symega Ingredients

NOTABLE HIGHLIGHTS
Ltd, Kerala.
+91-8349559635 • Active Member of the Royal Bengal Tiger Club, Balrampur, U.P.
• Completed OSHAS training in Phillaur, Punjab, sponsored by MBFSL.
• Participated in Food Safety Act 2006 training in Ahmedabad, conducted by SGS.
• Attended a special lecture on spices and food adulteration at Agmark Laboratory,
[email protected] Nagpur, and Regional Research Laboratory, Jammu.
• Participated in a National Seminar on the “Role of Food Industries in Rural
Development” held from December 7-8, 2007, at Hotel Clarks Avadh, Lucknow.
LinkedIn • Visited the National Fair of Food Processing in Baroda, Gujarat.
• Explored leading food processing industries and institutions across India, including
Hindustan Lever Limited, Bangalore; American Dry Foods Ltd., Nadiad; Sun-Sip,
Hyderabad; Central Food Technological Research Institute, Mysore; Defence Food
Nigeria Research Laboratory, Mysore; AGMARK, Nagpur; H.P.M.C., Himachal Pradesh; R.R.L.,
Jammu; NDDB, Mumbai; Pepsi, Jaipur; and NOGA, Nagpur during an extensive one-
month All India Educational Tour.

KEYSKILLS Apple and Pears Ltd, Nigeria

• Food Production Management • Launched 12 new products within 8 months, driving innovation and market expansion.
• Enhanced quality control processes and implemented cost-cutting measures to improve
• Food Processing
operational efficiency.
• Food Safety & Control • Provided technical support and conducted root cause analysis to address customer
• Material Management feedback effectively.
• Production Planning Al Ain Refreshment and Juice Company, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi (UAE)
• Quality Management • Achieved significant cost reductions through targeted cost-cutting strategies.
• Procurement & Warehousing • Scaled production capabilities and optimized processes to improve efficiency.
• Hygiene & Safety • Streamlined documentation and coordination with suppliers and key customers to
• Regulatory Affairs ensure smooth operations.
• Project Management Symega Ingredients Ltd
• Developed over 300 formulations for sauces, mayonnaise, gravies, curries, cooking
• Research and Development
pastes, and spice mixes, establishing a new culinary business unit.
• Process Improvement
• Stabilized SOPs and product development processes, ensuring effective costing and
• Break-even analysis
KEY CONTRIBUTIONS

scale-up.
• Cost Control • Managed customer relationships and complaints, enhancing satisfaction.
• People Management • Led a team of 6 members, including technologists and supporting staff, to drive
innovation and operational efficiency.
• Built the R&D department from the ground up, successfully scaling production to 500
CERTIFICATE metric tons.
Ruparel Foods Pvt Ltd
• Certificate course on Fruit Preservation. • Optimized factory operations by overseeing monthly, daily, and yearly planning,
• Certificate course in Mushroom inventory management, and supply chain activities.
Cultivation & Processing and hygiene • Streamlined procurement processes for raw and packaging materials to ensure efficient
and sanitation. supply.
• Ensured compliance by leading internal and external audits (FSSAI 22000, Apeda, Halal,
EDUCATION BRC) and addressing customer complaints with root cause analysis and corrective
actions.
• PGDB (Operation), Symbiosis • Reduced raw material loss by 10% through diligent monitoring and process
Distance Learning Pune. improvements.
• Post Graduate in Fruit and Vegetable KIZ Foods Ltd, Mahuva, Bhavnagar, Gujarat
Technology, State Institute of Food • Successfully launched retorted products, contributing to expanded product offerings.
Processing Technology, Lucknow, 2008. • Efficiently managed daily planning and production activities, supporting smooth
• B.Sc. (BIO), Avadh University, operations.
Faizabad, 2004. Bectors Food Specialties Ltd, Phillaur, Punjab
• Boosted gravy line production by 20% through targeted formulation and process
improvements.
PERSONALDETAILS • Minimized downtime by analyzing breakdown trends and implementing proactive
measures.
• Nationality: Indian • Managed a shift workforce of 150 while overseeing daily planning, production, and GMP
• Date of Birth: 21st July 1983 activities.
• Language known: English and Hindi • Ensured successful production for high-profile clients such as Air India, Akshardham,
Dominos, McDonald's, Railways, and HUL.
 Oct 2023 – Present: Apple and Pears Ltd, Nigeria as Manager R&D /Process
• Launched new products, specifications, and SOPs by coordinating with marketing and production teams for product launches, scale-ups, and
providing technical assistance during commercial production.
• Improved products to meet market demands by analyzing market trends and modifying formulations accordingly.
• Enhanced quality assurance through conducting internal audits, quality system audits, process audits, vendor audits, and warehouse audits.
• Optimized FSMS, QA Lab operations, traceability systems, day-to-day root cause analysis, and troubleshooting by managing online quality,
documentation, and extension processes.
• Extended product shelf life through comprehensive studies for both existing and new products.
• Ensured compliance and quality by handling external audits (FSSC, BRC, NAFDAC, and customs).
• Refined culinary seasonings and other products by conducting sensory evaluations.
• Secured suitable suppliers and raw materials by coordinating with procurement teams to meet technical parameters.
• Increased profitability by preparing product costing based on raw material and manufacturing costs.
• Achieved cost savings through reformulating or re-engineering products.
• Maintained regulatory compliance by updating the formulation database in SAP and distributing recipes as per legal regulations and NAFDAC
guidelines.
• Strengthened customer relationships by presenting new concepts and maintaining ongoing communication.
• Streamlined production planning, forecasting, customer relations, and inventory control.
• Successfully manufactured a diverse range of products, including pickles, pastes, chutneys, sauces, and export-quality pickled onions, garlic,
fried onions, garlic, dehydrated onions, potato powder, squashes, R.T.S. drinks, pastes (cooking and curried), toppings, chatakas, snacks,
spreads, jams, marmalades, jellies, ready-mix dressings, and mayonnaise, by implementing efficient production processes and quality
controls.
• Managed the export quality production of peanut butter, custard, ready drinks, and chocolate drinks, ensuring adherence to international
standards and customer satisfaction.

Dec 2022 – Sep 2023: Al Ain Refreshment and Juice Company, Al Ain, Abu Dhabi (UAE) – Manager R&D
• Led scale-up trials in the pilot plant and provided daily technical support to ensure smooth transitions from pilot to full-scale production.
• Conducted comprehensive shelf-life studies and implemented cost-cutting measures to enhance product profitability.
• Strengthened customer relationships by representing R&D in the manufacturing unit and addressing technical queries effectively.

Aug 2014 – Dec 2022: Symega Ingredients Ltd – Manager R&D

• Developed new products and improved processes in the culinary segment, including sauces, mayonnaise, gravies, and salad dressings.
• Enhanced technical support and cost management strategies, leading to successful plant trials and project execution.
• Optimized forecasting and documentation practices, streamlining operations and improving efficiency.

Oct 2012 – Aug 2014: Ruparel Foods Pvt Ltd – Factory Head
• Managed all aspects of peanut butter production, including quality control (FSMS), new product development, and commercialization.
• Oversaw internal and external audits, ensuring compliance and maintaining high standards of quality.
• Directed manpower, materials, and system administration, effectively handling overall factory operations.

Oct 2011 – Oct 2012: KIZ Foods Ltd, Mahuva, Bhavnagar, Gujarat – Production Manager
• Supervised the manufacturing of various products such as jams, jellies, sauces, and pickles, optimizing production processes.
Implemented effective manpower management, yield improvement, and cost control measures to enhance productivity.
W O R KE X P E R I E N C E

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• Streamlined scheduling, material management, and production effectiveness, leading to increased operational efficiency.

Jan 2009 – Oct 2011: Mrs. Bectors Food Specialities Ltd, Phillaur, Punjab – Production Executive
• Managed the production of a wide range of products, including jams, sauces, and mayonnaise, ensuring high-quality standards.
• Executed comprehensive production responses, including manpower coordination, cost management, and material scheduling.
• Enhanced productivity through effective calculation and process management.

Jul 2008 – Jan 2009: Liyakatali Brothers, Mahuva, Gujarat – Production In-Charge & Quality In-Charge
• Enhanced operational efficiency by managing daily activities in planning, production, and quality, reporting directly to the GM.
• Streamlined production processes for sauces, pickles, onion pickles, dehydrated onions, pastes, gravies, curries, and cooking pastes.
• Directed a 100-member team including production supervisors and quality executives to maintain high standards.
• Improved interdepartmental coordination to ensure smooth plant operations and effective workflow.
• Directed the production of pickled onions, garlic, and other products, ensuring adherence to quality and process standards.
• Administered manpower, materials, and system processes to maintain efficient factory operations and meet production goals.

Title: Comparative Study of Sugare vs. Jaggery Mix Fruit Jam

RESEARCH PROJECT

Duration: 9 months

• Supervision: Shri R.P. Singh, Joint Director, Food Processing, Horticultural Department, Uttar Pradesh Government, Lucknow