Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Location: Angmaly

Job Summary

We are seeking an experienced and results-driven to oversee all operational aspects of our corrugated carton box manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient, safe, and high-quality production while aggressively driving cost controls, minimizing waste, and managing resource allocation to meet aggressive business targets.

Key Responsibilities & Duties

This role centers on maximizing througout and profitability while maintaining strict quality and safety standards across the entire manufacturing process.

1. Production Oversight & Efficiency

• Oversee all production departments (e.g., printing, die-cutting, gluing, finishing) to ensure smooth workflow and adherence to schedules.
• Implement and monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), throughput, and on-time delivery.

2. Cost Control & Waste Reduction

• Serve as the primary driver for cost controlling initiatives across the plant.
• Develop and enforce strategies to reduce material wastage (paperboard, ink, consumables) to below target percentages.
• Optimize labour utilization, monitoring staffing levels against production demands to reduce unwanted or unproductive labour hours..

3. Planning, Budgeting, and Forecasting

• Lead the annual budgeting process for the entire plant operation, collaborating with Finance.
• Develop and manage monthly operational plans based on sales forecasts and material availability.
• Conduct regular capacity planning and scheduling to meet customer deadlines efficiently.

4. Reporting & Analysis

• Prepare and present comprehensive weekly and monthly operational reports to senior management.
• Reports must detail production output, cost variances, waste metrics, labour efficiency, and significant deviations from the budget.
• Analyze performance data to identify root causes of inefficiencies and recommend corrective actions.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Experience: Minimum of 3-5 years of progressive management experience in a corrugated box or paper/packaging manufacturing environment is mandatory.
• Education: Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Industrial), Operations Management, or a related field.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep understanding of the end-to-end carton manufacturing process, including corrugator operations (if applicable), flexographic printing, and die-cutting technology.
• Leadership: Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate, train, and manage a diverse, multi-departmental workforce.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: From ₹18,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Do you have experience in production unit ?

Education:

• Bachelor's (Required)

Experience:

• Production management: 2 years (Required)

Location:

• Ernakulam, Kerala (Required)

Work Location: In person

Expected Start Date: 15/11/2025