Thermax - Plant Head

Job Description Title: Plant Head Solapur Manufacturing Facility. Location: Solapur, Maharashtra. Department: Operations / Manufacturing. Reporting To: Operations Head. Brief Job Description - The Plant Head will be responsible for leading end-to-end factory operations at Thermaxs Solapur plant, with a focus on achieving operational efficiency , Monthly outputs , ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance, fostering a culture of safety and quality, and driving continuous improvement. - The role demands strong leadership in production, maintenance, HR/ER, supply chain coordination, quality assurance, and administration. Key Roles & Responsibilities Plant Operations Management: - Oversee daily manufacturing activities to ensure Monthly outputs in line with the Business planning ,timely delivery, quality output, and cost control. - Lead production planning, execution, stores & inventory management and monitoring in alignment with sales forecasts and customer orders. - Ensure machine uptime, process reliability, and throughput maximization through effective maintenance coordination. Administration & Compliance - Implement company policies, SOPs, and statutory rules across all functional areas. - Handle factory licensing, labor laws, EHS regulations, and other government compliances. - Conduct periodic audits (internal & external) for process and statutory adherence. Industrial Relations & Workforce Management - Lead harmonious industrial relations (IR) with union and non-union workforce. - Address grievances, disciplinary matters, and ensure workforce motivation and productivity. - Coordinate with HR for recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and legal compliance. Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) - Drive a zero-accident culture; ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and safety norms. - Conduct safety drills, toolbox talks, and enforce use of PPE and safe work practices. Continuous Improvement & Digitization - Drive lean initiatives, Kaizens, TQM, TCM, TPM, and 5S to improve productivity and efficiency. - Support digitization of plant operations, asset tracking, energy monitoring, and data-driven decisions. Stakeholder Coordination - Liaison with supply chain, sales, project management, quality, commercial and finance teams for smooth plant operations. - Host customer visits, audits, and ensure factory readiness to meet client-specific requirements. Asset & Inventory Management - Manage assets, maintenance schedules, spares planning, and disposal as per company guidelines. - Ensure accurate stock levels and efficient utilization of materials and consumables. - Responsible for overall inventory management including raw materials, WIP, finished goods, consumables, and spares, ensuring optimal stock levels, minimum working capital, and alignment with production schedules. - Should be able to operate ERP-based material control and support SCM in improving inventory turnover ratio. Reporting & Documentation - Prepare and present daily/weekly/monthly MIS reports to management. - Maintain accurate documentation of production, maintenance, safety incidents, and legal compliances. Desired Profile & Skills Education: B.E/ B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Production or related field; MBA/PGDM preferred. Experience: 15 TO 20 years, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in plant/factory operations. Knowledge Areas - Factory Act, Labour Laws, and Environmental Regulations. - ISO, TPM, TCM, TQM, Lean Manufacturing. - Budgeting, Cost Control, and CAPEX Planning. Technical Skills: Knowledge of manufacturing and plant maintenance; Proficiency in MS Office, ERP/SAP, CMMS tools. Leadership Attributes - Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills. - Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities. - Ability to build teams and drive performance. - Crisis management and conflict resolution capability. (ref:iimjobs.com)