Job Description

The Plant Head will be responsible for leading, managing, and optimizing the overall manufacturing operations. The role requires strong expertise in

production planning, control, and execution

, ensuring cost-effectiveness, efficiency, and high-quality output. The position demands strategic leadership to drive productivity, safety, compliance, and continuous improvement across all departments.

Key Responsibilities:

Lead and oversee end-to-end

production operations

, ensuring timely achievement of production targets. Develop and implement effective

Production Planning & Control (PPC)

systems to optimize resources, reduce downtime, and improve delivery schedules. Ensure adherence to

quality standards, regulatory compliance, and safety norms

across all manufacturing processes. Coordinate with procurement, supply chain, quality assurance, and maintenance teams for smooth plant functioning. Monitor

KPIs

such as OEE, productivity, rejection rate, lead time, and cost efficiency. Implement

lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives

to drive operational excellence. Manage and mentor departmental managers, fostering teamwork and high-performance culture. Control plant budgets, reduce operational costs, and enhance overall profitability. Drive automation, technology adoption, and innovation in manufacturing processes. Act as the key point of contact for audits, compliance checks, and external stakeholders.

Qualifications & Experience:

Education:

B.Tech (Mechanical Engineering) - mandatory.

Experience:

15-20 years of progressive experience in

manufacturing/production operations

, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role as Plant Head/GM/Operations Head.

Industry Preference:

Sports goods / consumer durable / light engineering / related manufacturing sectors. Strong expertise in

production planning & control, manpower management, quality, and supply chain coordination

. Exposure to

Lean Manufacturing, TPM, ISO standards, and ERP systems

preferred.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?600,000.00 - ?800,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person