Operations Manager

Operations Manager

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead end-to-end operations including production, planning, quality, supply chain, maintenance, and team leadership.

• Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and TPM practices.

• Oversee sheet metal fabrication (laser cutting, punching, bending, welding) and electrical/mechanical assembly processes.

• Drive productivity, cost optimization, and delivery performance improvements.

• Collaborate with design/R&D, procurement, and sales teams for smooth operations.

• Enforce strict quality assurance, defect reduction, and compliance standards (ISO, IATF, etc.).

• Ensure workplace safety, employee training, and culture-building initiatives.

• Manage vendor development, outsourcing, and subcontracting activities where applicable.

Candidate Profile:

Qualifications:

• B.E. / B.Tech – Mechanical / Industrial / Production / Electrical

• MBA / PGDM in Operations (preferred)

Experience:

• 12 to 15 years in operations, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role.

• Prior experience in Japanese companies or elevator/industrial product manufacturing is highly desirable. • Strong exposure to sheet metal and electrical/mechanical assembly environments.  

Skills & Traits:

• Deep understanding of manufacturing excellence tools (Lean, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma).

• Proven track record in process optimization, team management, and production planning.

• Familiar with ERP/MRP systems.

• Excellent leadership, discipline, and a hands-on management approach.

• Ability to align with Japanese work culture values – precision, respect, continuous improvement, and detail orientation. 

Preferred Industry Backgrounds:

• Elevator Manufacturing (e.g., Mitsubishi, Hitachi, Otis, KONE)

• Japanese Manufacturing Companies (Toyota, Panasonic, etc.)

• Sheet Metal / Electrical Product Manufacturing 

Compensation:

Commensurate with experience and industry standards.