Business Head

Role Objective:

Key Responsibilities:

Plant Operations & Management

• Oversee complete manufacturing operations including SMT, assembly, testing, and packaging lines.
• Ensure achievement of production, quality, cost, and delivery targets.
• Drive lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and other continuous improvement initiatives to enhance efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules, capacity planning, and resource optimization.

. Quality & Compliance

• Maintain ISO/TS/IATF certifications and ensure compliance with ESD, RoHS, REACH, and other industry standards.
• Implement and monitor stringent quality control processes to minimize rejections and customer complaints.
• Work closely with QA, NPI, and Engineering teams for continuous quality improvement.

People Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and develop plant teams across production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain.
• Foster a culture of accountability, safety, teamwork, and high performance.
• Ensure workforce training on technical skills and quality systems.

Cost & Efficiency Management

• Monitor and control manufacturing costs, material yield, and labor productivity.
• Identify and drive cost reduction initiatives without compromising quality or delivery.
• Ensure effective utilization of plant assets and preventive maintenance systems.

Strategic & Customer Interface

• Partner with Business Development and Customer teams for new product introductions and ramp-ups.
• Ensure timely communication and resolution of customer issues.
• Support strategic capacity expansion, automation, and digitalization initiatives.

. EHS & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to Environment, Health & Safety standards.
• Drive initiatives for zero accidents and sustainable operations.

Candidate Requirements

Education:

• B.E. / B.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or Industrial Engineering.
• Postgraduate qualification (MBA / PGDM in Operations, Supply Chain, or Management) preferred.

Experience:

• 15–22 years of overall experience in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership or plant management role.
• Proven track record in managing end-to-end operations within an

  Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS)

  ,

  PCBA

  , or

  Electronics Assembly

  setup.
• Strong exposure to

  SMT lines, PCB assembly, testing, and box build operations.

• Experience in managing large teams, multi-shift operations, and high-mix, high-volume production environments.

Technical Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of

  SMT process, PCB manufacturing, wave/reflow soldering, testing (ICT, FCT), and final assembly

  .
• Sound understanding of

  NPI (New Product Introduction)

  ,

  DFM/DFT

  , and

  product lifecycle management

  .
• Familiarity with

  automation, Industry 4.0, and digital manufacturing practices.

• Working knowledge of

  SAP / ERP systems

  for production and materials management.
• Strong understanding of

  quality systems and standards

  – ISO 9001, IATF 16949, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and ESD controls.

Leadership & Managerial Competencies:

• Proven ability to lead and develop large teams across production, quality, maintenance, and planning.
• Strong focus on

  cost control, productivity improvement, and operational excellence

  .
• Ability to drive

  Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives

  .
• Demonstrated success in

  customer engagement and cross-functional coordination

  .
• Strategic thinking with hands-on execution capability.

Behavioral Attributes:

• Result-oriented, with strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
• High sense of ownership and accountability.
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management skills.
• Agile, adaptable, and capable of driving transformation in a fast-paced environment.
• Commitment to quality, safety, and continuous improvement.