Plant Head is responsible for developing and implementing the business strategy for the plant in alignment to overall divisional strategy. The role holder is directly accountable for the P&L; of a 500 Crore plant / business unit.

Responsibilities include achieving budgeted targets for cost, quality, delivery and productivity for the plant. The role holder is responsible for overseeing all functions in the plant to ensure smooth plant operations and deliverables of the plant / unit manufacturing ecosystem. This also includes implementation of initiatives to fulfil future business objectives and continuity.

Educational Qualification / Experience required:
Graduate / Post Graduate in Mechanical Engineering
Experience of over 20 years in production and related functions, in manufacturing sector
Should possess experience in implementing manufacturing systems including lean manufacturing system, JIT

production or other system
Should have previous experience of handling / managing large teams
Should possess exposure in handling plant functions including people management / employee relations and statutory

requirements




Should possess understanding of the Auto Component sector and the supply chain in the Auto sector

Key Responsibilities:
Responsible for developing the business plan and strategy for the plant / business unit in alignment to the Divisional

plan, strategy and objectives
Responsible for planning, implementing the production strategy and ensuring deliverables of the Production team as

per set targets, standards and customer delivery commitments
Responsible for achievement of cost, quality, delivery and productivity targets for all functions across the plant and

guide in resolution of issues
Develop and implement the initiatives to improve production capability, current line / machine / equipment introduction,

machine performance and maintenance
Oversee maintenance of plant facility, administration and compliance to statutory requirements in the plant
Responsible for key customer, vendor / supplier and other external stakeholders relations for the plant
Set direction for the plant / unit and lead the team

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