Manufacturing Head

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of Manufacturing to lead our production operations for box-build assembly products. The ideal candidate brings a strong background in manufacturing complex electro-mechanical products, with a good understanding of Electronics manufacturing (EMS) and lean manufacturing principles. Experience in setting up factories, getting the required statutory and other requisite licenses and approvals , experience in BIS license Contract manufacturing will be an advantage. Key Responsibilities: End-to-End Plant Management: Oversee daily plant operations including assembly lines, material flow, manpower deployment, and production planning. Shopfloor Excellence: Drive productivity, discipline, and process efficiency on the shopfloor with hands-on leadership and clear performance metrics. Strategic Manufacturing Leadership : Develop and execute scalable manufacturing strategies to meet cost, quality, and delivery objectives. Team Leadership Development : Lead, train, and motivate a multidisciplinary team of shopfloor supervisors, line managers, and engineers. Operations Management : Oversee end-to-end assembly operations for box build products including PCBA integration, wiring, testing, and final packaging. Process Excellence : Implement and drive lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives. Cross-Functional Collaboration : Work closely with Design, Quality, SCM, and Sales teams to ensure manufacturability, timely deliveries, and customer satisfaction. Quality Compliance : Ensure adherence to quality standards (ISO, IPC, etc), safety norms, and regulatory requirements. CapEx Budgeting : Manage manufacturing budgets, plan capex for equipment and tooling, and drive cost optimization. Vendor Supplier Interface : Collaborate with supply chain for component availability, vendor development, etc Maintenance Infrastructure : Monitor equipment utilization, preventive maintenance schedules, and infrastructure upkeep for uninterrupted operations. Requirements B.E./B.Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, or related discipline. 15 20 years of experience in manufacturing, with a strong focus on box-build assemblies and electronics integration. Proven track record in leading large-scale assembly operations in a structured environment. Deep technical understanding of electronic components, PCBAs, wiring, and testing protocols. Prior experience in EMS companies or with contract manufacturing models is a plus. Proficient in Lean, Six Sigma, 5S, and other operational excellence tools. Strong leadership, communication, and analytical skills