Company Description Muse Wearables is a visionary group dedicated to leading the future of personal computing beyond Mobile Phones. We are a team of thinkers, doers, and achievers who believe in using technology to make the world a better place. Join us on this quest and be a part of shaping the exciting future where your work can make a real difference. Job Title: General Manager Manufacturing Operations Location: Bangalore, India Reporting to: Chief Executive Officer (CEO) Function: Operations & Manufacturing Role Description As the General Manager Manufacturing Operations, you will lead end-to-end manufacturing, production scaling, quality control, and supply chain coordination to support our rapidly growing consumer hardware business. You will be responsible for establishing a world-class, efficient, and agile manufacturing ecosystem capable of scaling from 30,000 to 250,000+ units per year with an unwavering focus on product quality, throughput, cost, and customer satisfaction. This is a senior leadership role that requires cross-functional collaboration, operational excellence, and a deep understanding of precision manufacturing, vendor management, and compliance. Key Responsibilities Plant Operations & Production: Oversee day-to-day plant operations and production activities across multiple product lines. Drive production throughput, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), and first-pass yield. Define and execute production ramp-up plans in alignment with business growth targets. Supply Chain & Vendor Management: Manage supplier relationships, procurement planning, inbound logistics, and inventory optimization. Ensure supplier SLAs, quality agreements, and delivery commitments are enforced. Quality & Compliance: Own the Quality Management System (QMS); lead audits, CAPA (Corrective and Preventive Actions), and continuous improvement programs. Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, ISO 13485 (if applicable), RoHS, REACH, BIS, and other relevant standards. Facility & Infrastructure: Lead facility expansion, layout design, and equipment investments. Oversee health, safety, and environment (HSE) protocols and statutory compliance. People & Team Leadership: Build and lead high-performing production, quality, engineering, and planning teams. Drive a culture of accountability, safety, continuous improvement, and ownership. Strategic Leadership: Translate long-term product and market vision into manufacturing strategies. Work closely with R&D, Finance, and Sales to align manufacturing goals with product roadmap and demand forecasts. Qualifications & Experience Bachelors/Masters degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering; Masters preferred. 1218 years of experience in high-precision, volume manufacturing consumer electronics, automotive, medical devices, or similar. Proven experience in scaling operations from pilot runs to mass production. Strong exposure to lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, TPM, and MES systems. Experience managing both in-house manufacturing and contract manufacturers (CMs). Prior experience in setting up new manufacturing lines or facilities is a strong plus. Key Competencies Exceptional problem-solving and process optimization skills. Strong leadership and team development ability. Excellent negotiation and vendor management skills. High attention to detail and quality focus. Data-driven decision-making with financial and operational acumen. Ability to thrive in a fast-paced, dynamic startup environment. (ref:iimjobs.com) Show more Show less