Job Description

Operations Manager

Location:

Angmaly

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven to oversee all operational aspects of our corrugated carton box manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality production while aggressively driving cost controls, minimizing waste, and managing resource allocation to meet aggressive business targets.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

This role centers on maximizing througout and profitability while maintaining strict quality and safety standards across the entire manufacturing process.

1. Production Oversight & Efficiency

Oversee all production departments

(e.g., printing, die-cutting, gluing, finishing) to ensure smooth workflow and adherence to schedules. Implement and monitor

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (

OEE

), throughput, and on-time delivery.

2. Cost Control & Waste Reduction

Serve as the primary driver for

cost controlling

initiatives across the plant. Develop and enforce strategies to

reduce material wastage

(paperboard, ink, consumables) to below target percentages. Optimize

labour utilization

, monitoring staffing levels against production demands to reduce unwanted or unproductive labour hours..

3. Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting

Lead the annual

budgeting process

for the entire plant operation, collaborating with Finance. Develop and manage

monthly operational plans

based on sales forecasts and material availability. Conduct regular capacity planning and scheduling to meet customer deadlines efficiently.

4. Reporting & Analysis

Prepare and present comprehensive

weekly and monthly operational reports

to senior management. Reports must detail production output, cost variances, waste metrics, labour efficiency, and significant deviations from the budget. Analyze performance data to identify root causes of inefficiencies and recommend

corrective actions

.

Required Qualifications & Skills

Experience:

Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive management experience in a

corrugated box or paper/packaging manufacturing

environment is

mandatory

.

Education:

Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial), Operations Management, or a related field.

Technical Knowledge:

Deep understanding of the end-to-end carton manufacturing process, including corrugator operations (if applicable), flexographic printing, and die-cutting technology.

Leadership:

Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and manage a diverse, multi-departmental workforce.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ?18,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

Do you have experience in production unit ?
Education:

Bachelor's (Required)
Experience:

Production management: 2 years (Required)
Location:

Ernakulam, Kerala (Required)
Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 15/11/2025