Plant Head -pharmaceutical packaging/rubber manufacturing/ medical device manufacturing

Plant Head

Location - Kheda, Gujrat

Industry - pharmaceutical packaging companies. Open to candidates from rubber manufacturing, pharmaceutical, and medical device industries.

Experience - 15+ years

Budget - upto 25 LPA

Position Overview

The Plant Head will provide overall leadership for manufacturing operations, ensuring efficient production of high-quality rubber pharmaceutical packaging products while maintaining safety, quality, and regulatory compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Operations Leadership

  : Direct all plant operations including production, quality, maintenance, and safety functions

• Strategic Planning

  : Develop and implement plant strategies aligned with business objectives and growth plans

• Production Management

  : Ensure optimal production efficiency, quality standards, and on-time delivery to customers

• Quality Assurance

  : Maintain GMP compliance and ensure products meet pharmaceutical industry standards

• Safety Management

  : Implement and monitor safety protocols, conduct safety training, and maintain zero-accident workplace

• Cost Management

  : Optimize manufacturing costs while maintaining quality and delivery standards

• Team Leadership

  : Lead and develop plant management team and workforce across all functions

• Continuous Improvement

  : Drive lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S implementation, and operational excellence programs

• Regulatory Compliance

  : Ensure compliance with FDA, environmental, and local regulatory requirements

• Capital Projects

  : Oversee plant expansion, equipment installation, and infrastructure development projects

• Stakeholder Management

  : Interface with corporate management, customers, and regulatory authorities

• Performance Monitoring

  : Establish and monitor KPIs for safety, quality, productivity, and cost

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Chemical, Industrial) or related field; MBA preferred
• 15-20 years of manufacturing experience with 8+ years in senior leadership roles
• Experience in pharmaceutical manufacturing, rubber processing, or related regulated industries
• Strong knowledge of GMP, ISO standards, and regulatory compliance requirements
• Proven track record in operational excellence, cost management, and team leadership
• Experience with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies
• Strong financial acumen and P&L management experience
• Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

Preferred Qualifications

• Experience in pharmaceutical packaging or medical device manufacturing
• Knowledge of rubber processing and molding operations
• Experience with FDA inspections and regulatory audits
• Certification in lean manufacturing or Six Sigma