Illusion Dental Lab - Manager - Plant Operations

Job Summary

Key Responsibilities

Plant Operations Management

• Oversee daily plant operations across production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions
• Ensure achievement of production targets, delivery schedules, and cost-efficiency goals
• Monitor and improve productivity, utilization, and process adherence
  

Production Planning & Control

• Coordinate with planning, procurement, and logistics teams to align production schedules with demand forecasts
• Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machines, and materials to maximize output and minimize waste
• Drive process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies
  

Maintenance & Equipment Management

• Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure equipment uptime, preventive maintenance, and asset longevity
• Minimize breakdowns and disruptions through effective maintenance planning
  

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to quality systems, including ISO 13485, GMP, and regulatory standards
• Address non-conformities, implement CAPA, and support internal/external audits.
  

People Leadership & Team Developmen

• Manage a team of line supervisors, engineers, and plant staff
• Promote a culture of ownership, safety, discipline, and continuous improvement
• Identify training needs and foster skill development within the team
  

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

• Ensure plant safety policies and statutory HSE compliance
• Conduct safety drills, audits, and incident investigations
  

Reporting & MIS

• Generate and review daily/monthly operations reports, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions
• Present operational performance dashboards to senior leadership
  

Key Skills & Competencies

• In-depth knowledge of plant operations, production workflows, and quality standards
• Strong leadership and team management abilities
• Analytical and process improvement mindset
• Good working knowledge of ERP systems, SAP, or manufacturing software
• Excellent communication, coordination, and decision-making skills
  

Educational Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Industrial / Production / Electrical)
• MBA in Operations Management is a plus
• Certifications in Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma / TPM preferred