Heads of Operations

15 - 20 years

50 - 55 Lacs

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Job Purpose
The Head of Operations is responsible for overseeing the entire manufacturing operations, driving productivity, ensuring quality and timely delivery, and managing cross-functional teams. This role is critical in aligning operational strategy with business goals to achieve consistent growth, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.
Key Responsibilities
1. Strategic Planning & Execution
Develop and implement operational strategies that align with the company s growth objectives.
Plan production schedules based on sales forecasts, capacity, and customer delivery requirements.
Drive cost-efficiency without compromising on quality or delivery timelines.
2. Manufacturing & Production Management
Oversee end-to-end manufacturing processes for all product lines
Ensure optimal utilization of resources (manpower, machines, materials).
Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, and other continuous improvement practices.
3. Quality Assurance & Compliance
Ensure strict adherence to quality standards and compliance with industry regulations.
Liaise with the QA team to monitor and enhance product quality and reliability.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective action for recurring issues.
4. Supply Chain & Inventory
Monitor and optimize procurement, inventory control, vendor management, and logistics.
Collaborate with suppliers for timely availability of raw materials and bought-out components.
5. People Management & Team Leadership
Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing operations team.
Foster a culture of ownership, safety, discipline, and continuous improvement.
Ensure workforce planning, training, and performance management.
6. Project Execution & Customer
Oversee execution of projects from order receipt to final commissioning.
Interact with key customers to ensure operational alignment and responsiveness to feedback.
7. Financial Oversight
Control operational costs and contribute to profitability improvement initiatives.
Key Requirements
Education:
Bachelor s Degree in Mechanical/Production Engineering (mandatory)
MBA in Operations / Supply Chain (preferred)
Experience:
18+ years in manufacturing operations, with at least 5 years in a senior operations leadership role
Industry experience in material handling systems, machine tools, or industrial automation preferred
Skills:
Strong leadership and team management skills
Excellent understanding of manufacturing systems, lean tools, and ERP systems.
. Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and analytical skills
Good communication and cross-functional coordination abilities
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
On-time Delivery Rate
Production Efficiency & Downtime
Cost per Unit / Cost Savings Initiatives
Quality Metrics (Rejection Rate, Warranty returns).
Inventory Turnover
Safety Incidents / Compliance

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