General Manager Operations

As a General Manager Operations at our safety shoes manufacturing unit located in Bantala (West Bengal), you will play a pivotal role in leading and overseeing the entire operations. Your primary responsibilities will encompass various aspects including production, maintenance, quality, procurement, stores, and dispatch. It will be your duty to ensure that the production processes run efficiently and effectively to meet quality, supply chain, cost control, and industry standards. Your role will require you to optimize operational performance by enhancing productivity, cost-efficiency, and ensuring timely delivery of products. You will be responsible for developing and executing production plans in accordance with sales forecasts and inventory objectives. Monitoring daily output, identifying and mitigating bottlenecks, and maximizing capacity utilization will be crucial aspects of your responsibilities. You will be expected to ensure that production targets are achieved with high efficiency and minimal downtime. Implementing stringent quality control measures to meet both domestic and international safety footwear standards such as EN ISO and ASTM will be a key focus area. Compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations will be imperative, along with collaborating with the quality team to minimize defects in production. To excel in this role, you should have at least 12-18 years of experience in the footwear industry, including a minimum of 5 years in a leadership position. A Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, Industrial Production, or a related field is required. You must demonstrate proven leadership abilities in operations, lean practices, and quality management. A strong understanding of safety standards, regulatory compliance, and proficiency in ERP systems will be beneficial. Excellent communication skills, adept team management capabilities, and proficient problem-solving skills are essential for success in this role.,