General Manager Operations/Plant Head

Job Title: Production Head / Production Manager

• Plan daily/weekly/monthly production schedules based on orders.
• Allocate manpower, machines, and materials efficiently.
• Monitor production output and adjust schedules as needed.

Operations Management

• Oversee end-to-end production processes (machining, fabrication, assembly, finishing, etc.).
• Ensure adherence to process parameters and quality requirements.
• Troubleshoot production issues and implement process improvements.

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Work with the QC team to maintain product quality and reduce rejections.
• Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, and Kaizen initiatives.
• Analyse defects and take corrective/preventive action.

Team Leadership

• Lead, train, and motivate production supervisors and shop-floor staff.
• Foster teamwork, discipline, and safety-conscious work culture.

Cost & Efficiency Control

• Monitor and reduce production costs, wastage, and downtime.
• Improve machine utilisation and throughput.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure safe work practices and compliance with statutory regulations.
• Maintain proper documentation for audits and certifications.

Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with planning, purchase, maintenance, and stores departments.
• Prepare and present daily/weekly/monthly production reports to management.

Qualifications & Skills:

• Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering.
• 815 years experience in manufacturing, with at least 10 years in a production leadership role.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, quality systems, and shop-floor management.
• Proficiency in reading engineering drawings and using production software (ERP/MRP).
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and communication skills.

Salary & Benefits:

• Competitive salary based on experience.
• Performance-linked incentives.
• PF, ESI, and other statutory benefits.