Plant Head

The Unit Head position in Rudrapur, Uttarakhand, within the Fabrication Sheet Metal Manufacturing industry, specifically focusing on Aluminum Form Work Shuttering, requires a seasoned professional with over 18 years of experience in the same sector. Reporting directly to the Company Director, the Unit Head will be responsible for overseeing the entire operations of the sheet metal manufacturing unit in a comprehensive manner. Key Responsibilities: 1. Operational Management: The Unit Head will be in charge of leading the daily operations of the sheet metal plant, encompassing production, maintenance, quality control, and dispatch. Monitoring production KPIs and ensuring adherence to production plans and delivery schedules will be crucial responsibilities. 2. Production Planning & Control: Collaborating with the planning team to ensure material availability and machine utilization, as well as optimizing workflow and production layout for enhanced efficiency and reduced wastage. 3. Quality Assurance: Implementation and upkeep of quality standards such as ISO/TS/IATF 16949, reviewing inspection reports, and fostering a culture of Zero Defect and customer satisfaction. 4. Team Leadership: Developing a diverse team of supervisors, engineers, and operators, providing training programs, fostering effective communication, and ensuring high levels of employee engagement. 5. Maintenance & Asset Management: Overseeing maintenance activities, minimizing downtime of key equipment, and ensuring effective management of assets. 6. Safety, Health & Environment (SHE): Enforcing compliance with safety protocols and regulations, conducting safety audits, and maintaining a safe working environment. 7. Cost & Inventory Management: Monitoring and controlling operational expenses, optimizing inventory levels, and identifying areas for cost savings. 8. Continuous Improvement: Driving initiatives such as lean manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, TPM, and Six Sigma, as well as identifying opportunities for automation and process optimization. Required Skills and Qualifications: - Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engineering (Master's preferred). - 12-20 years of experience in sheet metal fabrication, with 5 years in a leadership/plant head role. - Strong knowledge of sheet metal processes, ERP systems, quality systems, EHS, lean principles, and automation technologies. - Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs): - Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) - On-time Delivery Rate - Production Yield and Rejection Rate - Safety Incidents and Near Misses - Employee Turnover and Productivity - Cost per Unit/Operational Cost Saving Apply for this challenging opportunity to lead a dynamic team and drive operational excellence in sheet metal manufacturing at Rudrapur, Uttarakhand.,