- Job Description: Factory Operations Head / General Manager – Manufacturing
Role Overview
We are seeking an experienced and highly organized Factory Operations Head (GM – Manufacturing) to manage all end-to-end factory functions—including Production, Purchase, Planning, R&D, Quality Control, Stores, Logistics, Accounts, and HR. This role requires strong leadership, operational excellence, system-building capabilities, and the ability to set up a new factory from the ground up.During the first
3–4 months
, the candidate will be based out of the
Mumbai office
for induction, learning processes, and coordinating factory construction, setup, systems development, and hiring key team leaders.
Key Responsibilities
- Factory Setup & Readiness (Initial Phase – First 3–4 Months in Mumbai)
- Work from the Mumbai headquarters to gain complete understanding of company operations, product lines, and processes.
- Coordinate with contractors, consultants, and internal teams on factory construction, infrastructure setup, and machinery readiness.
- Build and document SOPs, systems, and processes for every department before factory go-live.
- Work with senior management to finalize factory layout, workflow, manpower planning, safety norms, and compliance.
- Lead recruitment efforts for key factory leadership roles (Production Manager, QC Head, Stores Head, HR, Accounts, etc.).
- End-to-End Factory Operations Management
Once Factory Becomes Operational
Production
- Oversee daily manufacturing operations to meet output, quality, and efficiency targets.
- Implement lean manufacturing best practices.
Purchase & Procurement
- Manage procurement of raw materials, packaging, machinery, and consumables.
- Negotiate with vendors and ensure timely, cost-effective supply.
Planning & Coordination
- Oversee production planning, demand forecasting, and inventory planning.
- Align planning with sales, logistics, and production teams.
R&D (Research & Development)
- Guide product development, innovation, and process improvements.
- Ensure R&D outputs meet quality and regulatory requirements.
Quality Control / Quality Assurance
- Implement strong QC/QA processes at every stage of production.
- Ensure strict compliance with industry standards and certifications.
Stores & Inventory Management
- Oversee raw material, packaging, and finished goods inventory systems.
- Implement stock management SOPs and material control procedures.
Logistics & Dispatch
- Ensure smooth dispatch operations, transportation planning, and timely deliveries.
- Coordinate warehousing and outbound logistics efficiency.
Accounts & Finance
- Handle factory-level budgeting, cost control, vendor payments, and financial reporting.
- Track production cost vs output and monitor profit margins.
Human Resources
- Oversee hiring, onboarding, training, and compliance of factory staff.
- Build a culture of discipline, safety, efficiency, and teamwork.
- System & Process Development
- Create and implement SOPs across all departments.
- Standardize workflows, documentation, reporting, and audit systems.
- Build automated dashboards for production, purchase, quality, and inventory monitoring.
- Ensure smooth communication and coordination between factory and head office.
- Leadership & People Management
- Lead all factory teams, with every department head reporting directly to him.
- Conduct performance reviews, set KPIs, and drive accountability.
- Maintain a positive, safe, and efficient working environment.
- Compliance, Safety & Governance
- Ensure adherence to all government norms, labor laws, environmental guidelines, and factory act compliance.
- Implement safety protocols, training, and emergency procedures.
Requirements
- 10+ years of experience in manufacturing/operations with at least 5 years in a leadership or plant head role.
- Experience setting up a new factory or implementing large-scale operational systems is highly preferred.
- Strong knowledge of production, supply chain, QC, procurement, HR, and financial processes.
- Excellent leadership, communication, problem-solving, and execution skills.
- Ability to build teams, systems, and processes from scratch.
- Willingness to be based in Mumbai for the first 3–4 months for induction and project supervision.
Skills: operations,manufacturing,leadership,management
