Factory Manager

Urgently required of Factory Manager at Shahapur (Lahe Factory), Thane.

About Company - Designer, Manufacturer & Exporter of Machinery & Turnkey Projects

• Job Title: Factory Manager

• Department: Design & Engineering

• Location: Shahapur (Lahe Factory), Thane

• Required Skills and Qualifications

• Experience Required: Minimum 10 years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, with at least 3-5 years in a managerial role.

• Education: A Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial, Production) or a related field is highly preferred.

• Demonstrated experience in machinery manufacturing is a significant advantage.

• Proven knowledge of manufacturing methodologies (e.g., Lean, Kaizen) and quality systems (e.g., ISO 9001).

• Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

• Roles and Responsibilities :

• The Factory Manager will be accountable for strategic leadership, operational efficiency, regulatory compliance, and sustained factory performance across all domains:

• 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, andinternal logistics to ensure zero production delays due to material issues.

• 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

• 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).

• 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).

• 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.

• If you are interested for the above referred position, kindly revert back with your Updated Resume along with following details:

• Current salary

• Expected salary

• Notice period

• Total experience

• Current location (Stay)

• Job location

• Reason for job change

• Company Name

• Current designation

• DOB

• Qualifications

• E-mail Id: [email protected]
  Contact Person: Swati

• Contact number: 8591939540