Plant Head

Role & responsibilities

Overall Responsibility

• Lead and manage complete plant operations to achieve production targets, quality standards, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery
• Drive operational excellence aligned with business goals

2. Key Responsibilities

A. Production & Operations

• Plan and execute production schedules (transformers, switchgear, cables, panels, etc.)
• Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machines, and materials
• Monitor daily production vs. plan and take corrective actions
• Drive lean manufacturing / TPM / Six Sigma initiatives

B. Quality Management

• Ensure adherence to quality standards (ISO, customer specs, regulatory norms)
• Reduce rejections, rework, and customer complaints
• Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)

C. Supply Chain & Inventory

• Coordinate with procurement and SCM for material availability
• Optimize inventory levels (RM, WIP, FG)
• Avoid line stoppages due to shortages or planning gaps

D. Cost Control & Productivity

• Monitor plant costs (conversion cost, labor, utilities, scrap)
• Drive cost reduction and productivity improvement initiatives
• Improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness)

E. Maintenance & Engineering

• Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance of machines
• Minimize downtime and breakdowns
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and process improvements

F. Safety, Health & Environment (EHS)

• Ensure strict compliance with safety norms and statutory regulations
• Promote a zero-accident culture
• Conduct audits, safety trainings, and risk assessments

G. People Management

• Lead and develop plant team (production, quality, maintenance, stores)
• Build second-line leadership
• Handle performance management, discipline, and engagement

H. Customer & Stakeholder Management

• Ensure timely dispatches and customer satisfaction
• Handle audits (customer, regulatory, internal)
• Work closely with Sales, R&D, and Corporate teams

3. Key KPIs

• Production adherence (%)
• On-time delivery (OTD)
• First pass yield (FPY)

Preferred candidate profile

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelors degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering (MBA preferred)
• 12–20 years of experience in manufacturing (electrical industry preferred)
• Experience in managing large teams and complex operations