Plant Head

Job Overview:

Key Responsibilities

1. Production & Operations Management

·        Lead end-to-end manufacturing: compounding, former cleaning, dipping, leaching, vulcanization, stripping, and packaging.

·        Plan and execute production schedules to meet delivery timelines and sales forecasts.

·        Monitor KPIs and implement continuous improvement programs.

·        Drive cost optimization, waste reduction, and process excellence.

2. Quality & Regulatory Compliance

·        Maintain and improve the Quality Management System (QMS).

·        Oversee audits (internal, external, customer, and regulatory) and ensure timely closure of findings.

·        Enforce EHS and sustainability compliance.

3. Maintenance & Engineering

·        Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance of all plant equipment.

·        Minimize downtime through proactive engineering and quick fault resolution.

·        Implement automation and engineering upgrades for efficiency.

4. Quality Control & Testing

·        Oversee raw material testing, in-process checks, and finished goods inspection as per ASTM, ISO, and EN standards.

·        Ensure compliance with AQL, protein content, biocompatibility, and sterility requirements.

·        Investigate and resolve deviations, complaints, and non-conformities with QC/QA teams.

5. People & Leadership

·        Lead and motivate cross-functional teams (Production, QA/QC, Engineering, EHS, Supply Chain).

·        Build technical capabilities through structured training and GMP awareness.

·        Drive employee engagement, discipline, and career development.

6. Supply Chain & Customer Orientation

·        Oversee raw material sourcing, vendor qualification, and supplier audits.

·        Ensure timely dispatch of finished goods to meet customer requirements.

·        Collaborate with sales and marketing to align plant output with market demand.

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Experience:

Technical Expertise:

Key Competencies

·        Strong leadership and people management skills.

·        Strategic thinking with excellent problem-solving ability.

·        Results-driven with focus on quality, cost, and delivery.

• ·        Effective communication with internal and external stakeholders.