Plant Head

Job Description :

Plant Head (Operations, Planning & Commercial

Coordination)

Designation (To be filled by HR) : Plant Head

Reporting to : Top Management / COO

Location : Hyderabad

Job Summary

We are seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Head to lead manufacturing operations in our

Diesel Generator manufacturing unit. This is a senior leadership role responsible for the strategic

oversight and tactical execution of Production, Planning & Control (PPC), QC, Design, Supply

Chain, Vendor Development and Sales & Service Coordination. The ideal candidate will be a

results-driven leader with a strong background in the Diesel Generator Industry, capable of driving

operational excellence, ensuring product quality, and meeting customer commitments. You will be

accountable for the plant's overall performance, profitability, safety, and team development.

Qualifications & Experience

• Minimum Qualification: B. Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering from a

recognized university.

• Experience Level: A minimum of 15+ years of progressive experience in the electrical

equipment manufacturing industry (preferably Diesel Generator Sets, automobile industry,

heavy engineering, motor, alternators, or transformers). At least 5 years must be in a senior

leadership role such as Plant Head or Operations Manager.

• Hands-on Background: Must have a strong foundation in an engineering/fabrication

environment and be proficient in interpreting engineering drawings.

• Age & Attitude: 40+ years of age, demonstrating a positive, solution-oriented attitude and

impeccable integrity.

Required Skills Set

• Technical Proficiency: In-depth knowledge of modern production planning tools, electrical

control panels, and basic PCB manufacturing processes. High proficiency in MS Office

(Word, Excel) and ERP systems.

• Standards & Compliance: Expert-level knowledge of ISO 9001:2015 and strong working

knowledge of ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental) and ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health &

Safety), working knowledge of CPCB norms.

• Audit & Documentation: Proven expertise in developing and implementing QMS

documentation, successfully managing customer audits, and other critical safety audits.

• Leadership: Exceptional team building and leadership skills with a track record of motivating

teams to achieve organizational goals.

• Process Improvement: Skilled in lean manufacturing principles, including the

implementation of Kaizen, time and motion studies, and bottleneck analysis to drive

continuous improvement.

• Supply Chain and Vendor Management: Skilled in strategic sourcing, supplier

development, cost optimization, and long-lead item planning (engines, alternators,

controllers).

• Production Capability: Ability to handle multi-shift work environment with stringent delivery

deadlines.

Strategic & Operational Leadership

• Translate organizational goals into actionable plant-level strategies and schedules with clear

timelines.

• Report directly to top management with comprehensive status updates, production reports,

MIS data, and formal presentations using tools like Gantt/PERT charts.

• Drive resource optimization (manpower, machinery, materials) and manage the plant's

operational budget, including Capex planning for identifying and eliminating departmental

bottlenecks.

• Take full accountability for the plant's P&L and overall performance metrics.

Production , Planning & Control (PPC)

• Oversee the entire production lifecycle, ensuring adherence to output plans and quality

standards.

• Plan all raw materials, consumables, and tooling in advance, maintaining optimal inventory

levels and managing the lifecycle of tools.

• Make critical decisions regarding equipment use, upgrades, and preventative maintenance

schedules.

• Develop and manage a robust network of sub-vendors for outsourcing activities, ensuring

quality and timely delivery while reconciling materials.

• Coordination with Design Team for design changes to existing sets/ generation of new

designs.

Sales & Services Coordination

• Act as the primary bridge between the commercial (Sales/Marketing) and production teams

to ensure manufacturing plans are aligned with sales forecasts and customer delivery

commitments.

• Lead the service department to address field feedback, manage warranty claims efficiently,

and ensure the availability of spare parts.

• Enhance customer satisfaction by ensuring on-time delivery and superior product quality.

• Ensure maximum number of sets are covered under AMC and ensure spares and service

revenue.

• Provide life cycle support for the DG sets.

Quality, Safety & Team Development

• Champion a culture of safety and quality across the shop floor, ensuring strict compliance

with all QMS and safety norms.

• Lead, mentor, and develop the production, planning, and quality teams, fostering a

collaborative and high-performance work environment.

• Be available on the shop floor or on-call during extended hours as required by operational

demands

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,000,000.00 per year

Work Location: In person