Plant Head
1 day ago
Location:
Mumbai
Department:
Operations / Manufacturing
Reports To:
COO
Subordinates:
All Department Heads (Production, Quality, Maintenance, HR, Stores, EHS, etc.)
Job Purpose:
To lead and manage the entire plant operations with a focus on safety, quality, productivity, cost-efficiency, and people development. The Plant Head will ensure seamless execution of production plans, customer satisfaction, and continuous improvement in the glass processing environment.
Key Responsibilities:
1. Operations Management:
- Oversee daily operations of the plant including production, maintenance, quality, and logistics.
- Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machines, and materials to achieve production targets.
- Monitor KPIs related to OEE, yield, downtime, wastage, and rework.
2. Production Planning & Control:
- Collaborate with SCM and sales teams to convert demand into executable production plans.
- Ensure timely delivery of high-quality processed glass (tempered, laminated, IGU, etc.).
3. People Management:
- Lead a multi-disciplinary team across functions; promote a high-performance work culture.
- Guide department heads on recruitment, training, performance, and employee engagement.
- Ensure statutory compliance and harmonious industrial relations.
4. Quality Assurance & Customer Satisfaction:
- Establish and maintain strict quality control systems.
- Address and resolve customer complaints and ensure root cause elimination.
- Ensure adherence to ISO, BIS, ASTM, or client-specific quality standards.
5. Plant Maintenance & Asset Management:
- Ensure timely preventive and predictive maintenance of glass processing machinery (e.g., tempering furnaces, CNC, lamination lines, etc.).
- Optimize plant uptime and reliability.
6. Cost Control & Efficiency:
- Drive cost reduction initiatives through lean manufacturing, energy savings, and waste minimization.
- Control overheads, material wastage, and improve productivity.
7. Safety, Health & Environment (SHE):
- Foster a strong safety culture; ensure zero accidents and full statutory compliance (Factories Act, Pollution Board, etc.).
- Conduct regular audits, drills, and awareness programs.
8. Strategic Projects & Improvements:
- Implement CapEx and infrastructure projects.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives like Kaizen, 5S, TPM, and Six Sigma.
Key Requirements:
Education:
- Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Production, or related engineering discipline.
Experience:
- 20–25 years of experience in manufacturing/operations, with at least 10 years in a leadership role in the
glass processing or related industry
(façade, architectural glass, automotive glass, etc.) or Auto auxiliary manufacturing industries. - Strong experience in handling a greenfield/brownfield plant will be an added advantage.
Technical Knowledge:
- Hands-on understanding of glass processing technologies (tempering, IGU, lamination, cutting, edge grinding, etc.).
- Familiarity with modern production systems, SAP/ERP, ISO systems, and lean tools.
Leadership Competencies:
- Strong decision-making and crisis management skills.
- Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and drive performance.
- Excellent communication, stakeholder management, and execution focus.
KPI Metrics (Typical):
- Production volume and yield
- OTIF (On Time in Full) delivery
- Cost per square meter of glass processed
- Machine uptime and breakdown hours
- Customer complaint rate
- Employee productivity & retention
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