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Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO) – Sand Casting Foundry Division Multi-Plant Manufacturing Operations | Casting & Machining Location: Bhavnagar, Gujarat, India | Full-time | On-site Extensive cross-functional oversight across multiple facilities About JR Group of Industries: JR Group of Industries is a third-generation, family-run business , managing multiple manufacturing and engineering operations for over three decades . Headquartered in Bhavnagar, Gujarat , the group operates one of India’s largest machined casting foundries manufacturing, Grey Cast Iron, SG Iron and Alloy Steel, Heavy & General Engineering, Casting, weight range 5 KG to 55,000 kgs, single piece casting, through No-bake and shell moulding process , with additional businesses in ship recycling, EXIM logistics, and scrap trading . With 3 manufacturing sites and over 500 employees , we generate an annual turnover of ~$50 million. Role Summary: We are looking for a highly experienced Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead our group-wide plant operations , including foundries, machine shops, Production, maintenance, quality, new product development, infrastructure and projects. The COO will play a key role in driving operational excellence, production performance, and cross-functional efficiency across multiple business units. This strategic position reports directly to the CEO/Executive Director and is ideal for someone who brings deep domain expertise, strong systems thinking, and people-centric leadership. What Success Looks Like: Streamlined operations across all foundries and facilities Consistent achievement of production, quality, cost, and delivery targets Implementation of structured SOPs, performance metrics, and accountability systems Culture of continuous improvement, ownership, and team-driven results Strong coordination across HR, QA, maintenance, production, and EHS teams Key Responsibilities: Design and implement plant-level SOPs, operational controls , and strategic performance plans Set production, quality, and cost efficiency goals in line with company strategy Lead daily operations across foundries, machine shops, and associated units Supervise department heads across operations, QA, maintenance, HR, EHS , and logistics Use performance data to track productivity, resolve issues, and improve output Ensure safe, compliant, and efficient working environments Drive lean manufacturing, TPM, and preventive maintenance practices Collaborate with the CEO on new business ventures and strategic execution Build a high-performance team culture focused on continuous improvement and alignment Own daily shop floor execution , including planning, scheduling, production control, and shift management Ensure all units operate with minimal downtime, high productivity , and strict safety standards Lead root cause analysis and corrective action plans on quality, downtime, or delay issues Supervise equipment uptime, preventive maintenance, and tool availability Review daily production reports, monitor hourly outputs, and correct deviations Drive lean practices , Kaizen , and continuous improvement across plants Qualifications: B.Tech (Metallurgy/Mechanical/Production) + MBA preferred Minimum 20-25 years and 5-7 years of leadership experience in plant operations, with a strong focus on the casting and machining industries Proven leadership in managing multi-plant operations and large-scale teams Strong knowledge of production planning, EHS compliance, manpower optimisation , and quality systems Excellent skills in data interpretation, decision-making, communication, and cross-functional leadership Familiarity with ISO systems , safety audits, and shop floor digitalisation is a plus Strong ethical values and commitment to long-term organisational growth Preferred Industry Background: We are looking for candidates from the metal-based manufacturing sector , including: Ferrous and non-ferrous foundries Heavy and general engineering manufacturing units Auto-component manufacturing and precision machining industries Industrial capital goods and equipment manufacturing Experience in No-Bake and Shell Moulding Casting Processes is essential Hands-on exposure to casting operations ranging from small parts (5 kg) to ultra-heavy castings (up to 55,000 kg per single piece) is highly preferred Compensation: Annual CTC of 30 to 40L ( fixed + variable performance based) as per experience Preferred Age: 45–50 years Reporting To: CEO / Executive Director Oversees: Plant Heads, Machine Shops, EHS & Plant HR Heads, Production, maintenance, quality, new product development, and infrastructure and projects Coordinate: Business development and sales, purchase and general administration. Apply Now: Email: career@jrgroup.co.in WhatsApp: +91 7778985630 Equal Opportunity Employer: JR Group is an equal opportunity employer. We are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce that values experience, excellence, and ethical leadership. Show more Show less
