Job Title:
Factory Head
Location:
Goa
About the client: PSS
has been mandated to hire a
Factory Head
for a leading manufacturer of corrugated boxes, paper bags, disposables for Horeca and QSR, and operates from 5 manufacturing units.
Job Purpose
The Factory Manager will be responsible for the overall operations that include primary management of the Production and Maintenance function of the plant and matrix management of Factory unit-based functions like Logistics, Quality, EHS, Finance, and HR & IR. This role provides Technical and Operational leadership to run the Factory unit in an efficient and compliant manner.
Key Responsibilities
- Budgeting, Productivity & Yield management
- Develop and manage budgets for the factory unit operations
- Oversee the entire production process from raw material intake to finished product packaging
- Develop and implement production plans to ensure optimal output while maintaining quality standards
- Monitor production schedules, machine efficiency, and production costs as per targets
Maintenance and Safety
- Oversee maintenance schedules for machinery and equipment to ensure smooth operations
- Liaise with procurement on opex-related purchases on maintenance and upgrade projects
- Oversee safety protocols and procedures to create a safe working environment
Continuous Improvement
- Identify areas for process optimization and improvement in efficiency
- Implement best practices and innovative techniques to enhance production processes
- Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality and productivity
Quality Control
- Implement and enforce quality control measures at various stages of the operations value chain to maintain product quality
- Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and certifications related to food safety and quality, site leadership & culture building
- Proactively engage with cross-functional teams (Logistics, Quality, EHS, HR, Finance) to ensure the desired level of requirement planning and preparedness to manage the overall site operational volume
- Build a high-performance culture at the site through structured reviews and feedback mechanisms
- Collaborate with cross-functional team members from Logistics, Quality, HSE, Finance, and HR and provide site-level Leadership and Performance Management on Key & Priority areas
- Provide guidance, training, and support to enhance team performance and productivity on operational routines.
Educational Qualifications And Experience
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Production or, Industrial , Packaging and Printing Engineering stream.
- At least 10 years in a similar managerial role.
- Age preferred is 40 to 50 years.
- Exposure to the management of complex Industrial Relations and external stakeholders
- Ability to engage with and lead a diverse pool of skilled professionals, technicians, workers, and outsourced service providers
- Leadership style that demonstrates a high level of situational awareness and adaptability
- Demonstrates ability to develop and manage a high-performance team and work culture