AddressPlant Head
Designation & Role: GM Operations (Plant Head) Location: Gajraula
Department & Section: Operations Function: Plant Head
Whom position report to: CMD New Position / Replacement:
Educational Qualifications: An Engineering graduate with minimum of 20 years in
Relevant Experience: 16+ Years with Auto-Components Mfg Co.
Cost to Company (CTC): Not a constraint for deserving candidate
About Our Client:
Our client is a prominent manufacturer of high-precision gears and auto parts, renowned for their unwavering commitment to quality and innovation. Their state-of-the-art manufacturing facility in Gajraula seeks a seasoned and qualified Plant Head to spearhead their production operations.
Responsibilities:
- Oversee all aspects of plant operations at our client's Gajraula facility, including production planning, scheduling, and execution.
- Ensure the efficient and timely production.
- Implement and maintain rigorous quality control processes to meet stringent industry standards.
- Lead and motivate a team of production personnel, including supervisors, operators, and engineers.
- Foster a culture of safety and continuous improvement within the plant, leveraging methodologies like TPM and Six Sigma.
- Identify and implement cost-saving measures to optimize production efficiency through advanced data analysis using Excel.
- Manage the plant budget, ensure adherence to financial targets, and utilize LAN management skills for effective network oversight.
- Stay up-to-date on industry trends and best practices in gear and auto parts manufacturing.
- Liaise with other departments, such as engineering, quality control, and sales, to ensure smooth production flow.
- Effectively and efficiently manage the production of the required daily/weekly/monthly targets in line with customer specifications, meeting quality and delivery expectations, minimizing costs where possible and ensure the required best working practices are maintained at all times
- Responsible for Overall Plant operational activities, ensure the target productivity level is achieved daily.
- Set department objectives/KPIs and review and assess ongoing performance of direct reports.
- Contribute to the creation and implementation of best practice manufacturing vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures to aid and improve operational performance.
- Manage, coach and develop a high performing manufacturing team that meets agreed objectives and which delivers best practice results, added value and continuous improvements
- Support, comply and ensure complicity with Health & Safety regulations, the Company Handbook, Quality and Environmental standards, and all other Company policies and procedures. Internal & External audits, Customer Audits, ISO, IATF, VDA, RBA, etc..
Qualifications:
- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or a related field (Masters preferred).
- Minimum 16+ years of experience in a high-volume manufacturing environment, preferably in the gears or auto parts industry.
- Proven track record of leading and managing a large production team with a focus on exceeding production goals.
- In-depth understanding and demonstrable experience in applying Lean Manufacturing principles, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Proficiency in advanced Excel functions for data analysis, reporting, and process optimization.
- Strong understanding of LAN management principles and ability to oversee plant network operations.
- Excellent communication, interpersonal, and leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a team.
- Ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, demanding environment and thrive under pressure.
- Should be in a Plant Head position currently, Good exposure of machining process, experience in gear manufacturing will be preferred
- Leadership Qualities and ability to get work done, Should have a team approach and maintain open communications
- Experience in IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 Certified Cos, most desired
Benefits:
- Competitive salary and benefits package offered by our client.
- Opportunity to lead a high-performing team in a dynamic and growing industry.
- Work in a world-class manufacturing facility with advanced technology.
- Make a significant contribution to the continued success of a leading manufacturer.
