Plant Head ( Radiator Transformers)

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Key Responsibilities

• Production Management
• Lead and supervise daily plant operations ensuring optimum productivity and efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to production schedules and deliverables with minimal downtime.
• Drive operational excellence using lean manufacturing and Six Sigma principles.
• Quality Assurance
• Implement and maintain robust quality control systems across production lines.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards like ISO 9001 and transformer-specific QA protocols.
• Drive root cause analysis and corrective action processes for defects or failures.
• Maintenance & Equipment Management
• Oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance programs for machinery like radiator fin machines, welding setups, and painting booths.
• Ensure optimal uptime and availability of critical equipment.
• Supply Chain & Inventory
• Coordinate with procurement, vendors, and logistics for timely availability of raw materials (e.g., CRCA sheets, headers, tubes).
• Monitor inventory levels and implement systems to reduce waste and costs.
• People Management
• Lead, motivate, and train a team of engineers, supervisors, and shop floor staff.
• Implement performance metrics and appraisal systems to track team productivity.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and accountability.
• Safety, Compliance & EHS
• Ensure all operations are in full compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Promote a zero-accident culture and continuous training on safety protocols.
  

Key Requirements

• Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering. MBA preferred.
• Experience: 8 to 10 years in manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a leadership role in radiator/transformer or heavy engineering industry.
• Skills:
• Strong understanding of radiator fabrication processes, welding, hydraulic testing, and surface treatment (e.g., powder coating).
• Proven experience in lean manufacturing, TPM, and Kaizen.