Factory Manager

- Factory Manager We are seeking an experienced and highly motivated Factory Manager to oversee all operations at our manufacturing facility The ideal candidate will have a strong background in production management quality control efficiency optimization and team leadership Key Requirements Experience Minimum of 10 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment with significant time spent in a managerial or supervisory role Industry Preference Experience in the Manufacturing Industry is required Highly Preferred Prior experience specifically within the Machinery Manufacturing sector is a significant advantage Education Bachelor s degree in Engineering Mechanical Industrial Production etc Business Administration or a related field A Master s degree is a plus Compensation Annual Cost-to-Company CTC is in the range of 10 Lakhs to 12 Lakhs per annum Roles and Responsibilities The Factory Manager will be accountable for strategic leadership operational efficiency regulatory compliance and sustained factory performance across all domains 1 Strategic Operations and Production Management Production Planning Execution Develop and drive master production schedules ensuring optimal utilization of human resources machinery and material Mandate and monitor KPIs such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness OEE first-pass yield and cost per unit Continuous Improvement Champion and sustain improvement initiatives e g Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma Kaizen across the plant floor to enhance process efficiency reduce waste Muda and increase throughput Technology Integration Evaluate and recommend investments in new technologies or automation that can enhance production capabilities and maintain our competitive edge in machinery manufacturing Inventory Logistics Oversee all aspects of Supply Chain within the factory walls including managing raw material stores WIP control finished goods warehousing and internal logistics to ensure zero production delays due to material issues 2 Regulatory Compliance Liaisoning and Certifications Government Liaisoning Serve as the primary point of contact and representative for the company in all dealings with Government Departments and Local Authorities e g District Industries Centre Municipal Corporation Statutory Compliance Ensure rigorous and timely compliance with all applicable statutory regulations related to factory operations labor and environment Certification and Renewals Management Take full ownership of the timely renewal and maintenance of crucial factory certifications and licenses including Factory License annual renewal MPCB Maharashtra Pollution Control Board consents Consent to Operate etc Fire Safety Certificates and related NOCs Boiler and Pressure Vessel inspections certifications if applicable Audits and Inspections Coordinate prepare for and manage all external regulatory inspections and internal compliance audits 3 Quality Assurance and Safety Management Quality Management System QMS Maintain improve and enforce the QMS e g ISO 9001 to ensure consistent product quality especially given the complexity of machinery manufacturing Safety Leadership Be the chief safety officer for the premises Develop implement and strictly enforce the highest standards of safety protocols conducting mandatory safety training and risk assessments for all processes and equipment Incident Management Lead all incident investigations accidents near misses quality escapes to determine root causes and implement robust corrective and preventive actions CAPA 4 Financial Management and Budgeting Budget Control Prepare manage and control the annual operating budget OpEx and capital expenditure budget CapEx for the factory Cost Optimization Identify and execute initiatives to reduce manufacturing costs including labor efficiency utility conservation and scrap reduction Contractor Management Oversee contract negotiation and performance management for key service providers and labor contractors e g security maintenance specialized labor 5 Leadership People Management and Culture Team Development Lead mentor and coach the supervisory and management teams fostering a culture of accountability performance and mutual respect Workforce Planning Manage staffing levels recruitment training and performance evaluation for the entire factory workforce Discipline and Grievance Effectively manage disciplinary issues and handle employee grievances in accordance with company policy and labor laws Job Type Full-time Pay 1 000 000 00 - 1 200 000 00 per year Benefits Commuter assistance Health insurance Leave encashment Provident Fund