(Urgent Search) Operations Director

Job Category Manufacturing Job Summary The Operations Director s responsibility is to lead and continuously improve Flow Controls operations aligned with the business unit s long-term strategy in strong cooperation with the Asia Pacific and Global Operations teams The location of the position is Chennai India In This Role Your Responsibilities Will Be Responsibility for Flow Controls operations in India specifically Karapakkam Mahindra World City manufacturing locations in Chennai FCV India Quality Management System Business Information Systems Ensure the health and safety of employees and compliance to all trade regulations Develop maintain and implement manufacturing strategies that ensure sales plans are driven at best cost enhancing return on capital whilst delivering the required levels of quality and customer service Plant capacity plans short medium and long term Development and execution of Sales and Operations Plan SOP Perfect Execution Supply Chain development programs Purchasing strategies and supplier development with Global Supply Chain Product manufacturing Ensure operating results Cost Improvement programs cost reductions make buy job moves Inventory strategies Capital plans Systems implementation and operation to best support business goals Drive long term automation strategy for production efficiency factory intelligent automation Achieving world class lead times to support business growth Organizational design and ensure the ongoing development of the Operations organization Personnel development and training plans Support Human Resources team actively in maintaining improving cordial relationship and also to secure amicable sustainable agreements with the Union Adhere to Health Safety Environment policies as laid by the organization Collaborate with and support the Chennai Parts Distribution team for synergy Active member of the Flow Controls India Leadership team Collaborate with and support Asia Pacific operations team to meet overall Asia Pacific operations goals and strategies Who You Are You quickly and decisively take actions in fact-changing unpredictable situations always keep the end in sight and put in extra effort to meet deadlines place team goals ahead of own goals For This Role You Will Need Bachelor s degree or equivalent experience in engineering or related field 15 to 20 years experience in operations leadership role in manufacturing or a related industry preferable in major valve operations Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart Proven track record running safe operations in a large manufacturing site Solid understanding of industry standards and compliance requirements Our Culture Commitment to You At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued respected and empowered to grow We foster an environment that encourages innovation collaboration and diverse perspectives-because we know that great ideas come from great teams Our commitment to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive Whether through mentorship training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing We prioritize providing competitive benefits plans a variety of medical insurance plans Employee Assistance Program employee resource groups recognition and much more Our culture offers flexible time off plans including paid parental leave maternal and paternal vacation and holiday leave About Us Our Commitment to Our People At Emerson we are motivated by a spirit of collaboration that helps our diverse multicultural teams across the world drive innovation that makes the world healthier safer smarter and more sustainable And we want you to join us in our bold aspiration We have built an engaged community of inquisitive dedicated people who thrive knowing they are welcomed trusted celebrated and empowered to solve the world s most complex problems - 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