Head of Manufacturing

Job Purpose:Smooth running of the entire Manufacturing plant by ensuring 100% compliance, and the safety of people, products, and equipment by ensuring all the laid down policies and procedures to meet the targets. Ensure meeting customer dispatch with high Quality and on-time delivery.Principal Accountabilities:- Manufacturing Strategy: - Plan, organize and manage all the aspects of manufacturing to ensure meet the ON-TIME DELIVERY of Quality products within stipulated costs of products. - Monitor production schedules and coordinate with all other functions to meet the scheduled targets on time. - Implement and maintain standard operation procedures and policies to bring standardization of all the processes, which will help in manufacturing quality products within standard takt time. - Ensure all the skilled manpower available in the lines and add new people by using your networks which will help in manufacturing and delivery of products on time, - Production Planning and Execution - Establishing the production schedule as per PPC/ Sales based on demand. - Ensure that the planned product mix is produced as per plan, meeting the targets with respect to number, schedule, quality, and cost. - bring in new ideas to inculcate flexibility in lines by accommodating the changes. - Coordination with internal and external stakeholders: - Coordination with sales on delivery timelines. - Coordinate with Quality & SCM to meet the planned targets. - Plan & Manage the contractor's blue-collar workforce for Manufacturing. - Managing Costs: - Monitor expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement measures to control production costs without compromising quality and efficiency. - In charge of all conversion costs including contractor payments, and general conversion costs like Gas, Electricity, consumables, R&M, scrap, etc.- Quality and Safety - Ensure the production of high-quality fabricated products. Conduct regular inspections and audits to verify compliance with quality standards. Address any quality issues or non-conformances and implement corrective actions. - Overall responsibility for all aspects of safety, Quality, productivity, and customer complaints. - Managing and Developing People - Lead and supervise a team of fabrication technicians, engineers, and support staff. Provide guidance, training, and support to ensure a high level of performance and productivity. - Health & Safety - Ensure a safe working environment for all employees by enforcing safety policies and procedures. Conduct regular safety inspections, identify potential hazards, and implement corrective actions to minimize risks. Promote a culture of safety awareness and compliance. - Process Compliance - Responsible for ensuring that all set processes are followed.Knowledge & Skills needed to deliver on the accountabilities:- Technical skills – in-depth knowledge of metal cutting, forming, and heavy Fabrication Welding & Painting Processes. - Good knowledge of implementation of fixturing, gauges, and templets to ensure optimization of costs and consistent quality. - Good leadership skills with the ability to motivate and manage a diverse team. - Planning, Communication, and presentation skills. - Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities. - Familiarity with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies. - Kanban with Internal Logistics Management. - Ability to work under pressure and meet tight deadlines. - Sound understanding of quality control principles and practices. - Training – Shop floor Management.Formal Education Requirements, as applicable:- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical or industrial engineering. - Experience of 17+ with min 5-8 yrs. experience in plant head role. - Familiarity with QMS and continuous improvement methodologies. - willingness to experiment, innovate, and bring new ideas to the shop floor. - Trailer Tipper industry experience