General Manager Manufacturing

2 days ago

Vadodara, Gujarat, India Columbia Machine Engineering (I) Pvt. Ltd Full time

Position Summary:

We are seeking a seasoned manufacturing leader to serve as General Manager – Manufacturing at our Vadodara facility. This individual will lead four critical departments—Production, Purchasing, Stores & Planning, and Quality—ensuring efficient shop floor operations, robust supply chain coordination, and world-class quality control. The role demands a strategic thinker with deep hands-on experience in machine assembly, fabrication, and industrial engineering within the capital equipment manufacturing domain.

Key Responsibilities:

Manufacturing & Operations Leadership

  • Drive end-to-end operations across Production, Assembly, Fabrication, Paint Shop, and Machine Shop.
  • Ensure timely execution of manufacturing plans with focus on safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
  • Establish and enforce manufacturing SOPs, process sheets, routings, and control plans.

Supply Chain & Procurement

  • Lead procurement and vendor management for raw materials, consumables, and bought-outs.
  • Ensure robust sourcing strategies to meet cost, quality, and lead-time objectives.
  • Collaborate with stores and planning teams to optimize inventory levels and reduce excess stock.

Production Planning & Control

  • Develop monthly and weekly production schedules based on sales forecasts and available resources.
  • Coordinate with cross-functional teams for timely material availability and production readiness.
  • Monitor production progress and drive actions to resolve bottlenecks.

Quality & Compliance

  • Oversee quality assurance processes, audits, and implementation of corrective actions.
  • Ensure all products meet company and statutory quality standards.
  • Work with internal teams on continual improvement and reduction of non-conformances.

Strategic Operations & Continuous Improvement

  • Champion lean manufacturing, and other CI initiatives to reduce waste and improve throughput.
  • Lead strategic operations planning and implementation in alignment with company goals.
  • Implement performance KPIs across all functions and conduct regular operational reviews.

People Leadership & Development

  • Lead, mentor, and develop department managers and team leaders.
  • Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous learning.
  • Identify internal talent for succession planning and career progression.

ERP & Technology Enablement

  • Ensure full utilization of ERP (preferably MS Dynamics NAV/Business Central) across departments.
  • Implement data-driven decision making and digital tools to improve operational visibility.

Health, Safety & Environment

  • Ensure strict adherence to factory safety norms and EHS compliance.
  • Promote a culture of safety awareness and preventive practices across all levels.

Candidate Profile:

  • 20–25 years of relevant manufacturing experience in capital equipment, machinery, or engineering industries.
  • Age Criteria - 45-50 years Preferred
  • Hands-on exposure to fabrication, machining, and machine assembly shop floors.
  • Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.
  • Familiar with Indian labour laws, vendor ecosystems, and manufacturing best practices.
  • Preferably from Gujarat or neighbouring states for ease of relocation and language familiarity.

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