Role & responsibilities

Leadership & Strategic Responsibilities:

- Lead manufacturing, implement Lean Production and continuous improvement.
- Formulate, execute and monitor departmental budgets.
- Provide strategic guidance for ongoing and future production capabilities.
- Develop and execute production roadmaps.

Manufacturing Operations:

- Prepare monthly production plans based on sales forecasts.
- Ensure strict compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Ensure availability of manpower, materials, technology and equipment.
- Implement policies for manpower, machines and materials.
- Oversee job testing, resolve issues and drive Kaizen improvements.
- Ensure effective packaging, logistics and material movement.

Plant & Machinery Maintenance:

- Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance of machinery.
- Maintain calibration schedules and documentation.
- Improve machine uptime and reduce downtime.

Factory Administration:

- Ensure safety and security standards across the factory.
- Ensure statutory and legal compliance.
- Manage emergencies and crises.
- Coordinate with HR on overtime, attendance and discipline.

Vendor & Customer Management:

- Support vendor development for materials and services.




- Manage customer complaints and ensure timely resolution.
- Strengthen supplier relationships.

Budgeting & Planning:

- Work closely with management on manpower and operational budgets.

System Adherence & Documentation:

- Implement and monitor accurate documentation.
- Stay updated with new technologies and industry developments.
- Drive adherence to audits, compliance and system processes.

Team Management:

- Lead, mentor and develop the production team.
- Conduct performance reviews.
- Identify and support training needs.

MIS & Reporting:

- Ensure accurate and timely MIS reporting.
- Provide data-driven insights for decision-making.

Preferred candidate profile

- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engineering or equivalent; MBA or PG in Operations/General Management is preferred.
- Solid knowledge of manufacturing processes, quality systems, statutory compliance and plant safety requirements.
- Proven experience in P&L; responsibility, budgeting and cost management at a plant level.
- Demonstrated ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multi-department plant operations effectively.

📌 Plant Head (Vapi)
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