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I am a technical people leader passionate about building high-performing teams that deliver exceptional value. With over two decades in industrial automation, software development, and global operations, I combine deep technical expertise with strategic business acumen and proven Agile transformation leadership.
Empowering organizations through smart automation, innovative digital solutions, and collaborative transformation for lasting impact.
Delivering results through technology integration, agile leadership, and people-centric project execution from concept to deployment.
Customer delight and long-term satisfaction
Building organizational competencies and capabilities
Digital transformation and process optimization
Creating inclusive, high-performance cultures
Technical innovation that delivers business value
Technical Depth + Strategic Business Vision
Level 1-4 Automation + P&L Responsibility
Industrial Systems + Market Development
Stakeholder Management
Proven Agile Leadership
Global Team Management
Customer Success Track Record
I have worked with Samir for 13+ years and Samir is always been on top of his game. He has successfully executed many complex terminal projects and always make sure that customer site left with highest satisfaction. Samir is very hardworking and available regardless of time of the day specially working for projects around the world in different time zones. It’s always been a pleasure to work with Samir!!
Samir brings leadership, process and action orientation in every initiative. He leads by example and ensures that the team is ready to take any challenge, challenges himself to be better and bring positive energy. I am grateful to know him and work with him.
I was the customer's representative for two terminal automation projects, where Samir led the project from the supplier's side. I found Samir to be very dedicated and professional. We faced several significant challenges during the projects and Samir was always determined to find the most practical solution. I can ensure that anyone who works with Samir is in good hands
Samir has proven to be a formidable and an invaluable resource to achieve the challenging goal of staffing a full-fledged Software Development Team in Pune to allow Emerson Zedi to continuing pursuing its strategic goals, specifically enable business growth by delivering more value for the customer. Samir has been incredibly effective in not only executing the mandate of finding and hiring new resources, but also in thinking outside of the box by providing different ways of approaching the challenge. I would not hesitate to say that Samir's strengths are commitment, delivering what he promised and problem solving. Samir is also an excellent communicator: he kept me and the Zedi Team in general in the loop on anything that was happening and still happens within the Pune Team. My vision has always been that the Pune Team becomes one Team with the North American Team, not a mere addition to consume extra work. Thanks to Samir, I am proud to say that such vision has been achieved
It’s been amazing working with Samir Thaker over the years. He is vital to the team and contributed significantly to the success of the company. His abilities in Project Management, Engineering & Operations have been invaluable to the company. With his interpersonal skills he has great relations with both company clients and potential customers. Samir is dedicated and goal-oriented individual. Samir makes the impossible possible. He absolutely shines in a fast-paced Technology environment & always ready to take on new challenges. Definitely worth recommending
Samir is a very hard working and focussed person. He has a good grasp on the technical details and always successfully finds solutions to complex problems. He is a very good person to work with. I would not hesitate to recommend him for most challenging tasks and projects
Samir was one of our team leads for our global Proficy Plant Applications team. Samir provided excellent technical skills and was able to successfully create approaches to resolve problems and roadblocks others had never attempted. Samir also has excellent communication and manufacturing industry skills
Samir is an extremely hard working person and the proven record of working under tremendous pressure.He is highly dedicated to work and shows strong commitment to responsibilities and tasks.He sets goals to himself for his growht and improvement and is known for his excellent mentoring skills.
Innovation category recognition for outstanding contributions
New Product Development Competency Building
Multiple awards for Outstanding contributions for various customer projects at Emerson, Dell
Exceptional customer service and delivery at Emerson
Micro Innovator at GE-IIC
Leading strategic innovation, global technology leadership, and driving digital transformation initiatives across multiple business units with $3M+ business impact.
Managed complex automation projects and developed technical competencies in terminal automation systems across global markets.
Led GE-Fanuc MES rollouts for P&G manufacturing units globally, managing complex system implementations across multiple countries.
Developed MES solutions for Dell manufacturing facilities globally, focusing on factory automation systems and production tracking.
15+ Years of Terminal Automation Excellence Across 20+ Countries
Multi-year Strategic Partnership
Legacy System Migration & Paperless Automation
Terminal Automation Solution (RVL)
DeltaV DCS Integration
Syncade Logistics Marine Module
Terminal Management System
250+ Systems Validated | GAMP 4.0 & 21CFR Part 11 Compliance Expert
Electronic Batch Recording System
Building Management System
Automatic Capsule Filling Machine
Foxboro DCS Validation
MES Solutions & Factory Automation Across Global Manufacturing Facilities
Proficy Tracker Implementation
Production, Efficiency & Quality Modules
Insights on Software Development, Agile Transformation & Digital Innovation
Have worked across multiple geographical located customer base. Worked across AP,MEA, EU & NALA regions expanding service offerings to multiple customers.
A showcase of project case studies, technology stack expertise, certifications, leadership philosophy, and team-building strategies.
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With 24+ years of experience in industrial automation and global project implementations, I'm ready to help solve your control systems challenges.
Location: Pune, Maharashtra, India
Specialization: Control Systems & MES Solutions
Industries: Pharmaceutical, Manufacturing, Oil & Gas