AGM - Sales & Marketing

The Assistant General Manager (AGM) is responsible for supporting the General Manager in overseeing overall plant operations, production planning, quality, cost control, and team management in a printing and packaging manufacturing setup. The role ensures smooth day-to-day operations, timely order execution, compliance with quality standards, and continuous improvement in productivity and profitability.

Preferred Industry: corrugated / flexible / folding carton / label printing

Key Responsibilities

Operations & Production Management

• Assist in planning, coordinating, and monitoring printing and packaging operations
• Ensure production schedules are met as per customer delivery timelines
• Optimize machine utilization (offset, flexo, gravure, digital, finishing, etc.)
• Monitor wastage, downtime, and productivity KPIs

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to quality standards (ISO, BRC, FSC, GMP, etc., if applicable)
• Address quality issues, customer complaints, and corrective actions
• Ensure compliance with safety, statutory, and environmental regulations

Cost Control & Process Improvement

• Control production costs, material consumption, and overheads
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S)
• Support budgeting and cost-reduction strategies

Team Management & Coordination

• Supervise departmental heads, supervisors, and shift teams
• Support recruitment, training, and performance evaluation of staff
• Foster a disciplined, safe, and productive work environment

Customer & Vendor Coordination

• Coordinate with sales, planning, and customer service teams for order execution
• Support customer audits, visits, and technical discussions
• Assist in vendor development and supplier performance monitoring

Strategic Support

• Assist GM in capacity planning, expansion projects, and new technology implementation
• Prepare MIS reports on production, quality, costs, and efficiency
• Act as second-in-command during GM’s absence

Desired Candidate ProfileEducation

• Bachelor’s degree in Printing Technology / Packaging Technology / Mechanical / Production Engineering
• MBA or PG Diploma in Operations Management preferred

Experience

• 10–15 years of experience in the printing and packaging industry
• At least 3–5 years in a senior managerial or leadership role

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of printing and packaging processes and materials
• Leadership and people management skills
• Strong analytical, planning, and problem-solving abilities
• Good communication and coordination skills
• Proficiency in ERP/MIS systems

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production efficiency and on-time delivery
• Quality performance and customer satisfaction
• Cost reduction and wastage control
• Team productivity and compliance

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹140,000.00 - ₹160,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Health insurance
• Leave encashment
• Life insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person