Plant Head

Job Description

Designation: Plant Head Department: Operations Location: Pithampur, Madhya Pradesh Reporting To: CEO Experience Required: 10–20 years in manufacturing (preferably automotive/Forging/Machining or Relevant business domain) Qualification: B.E./Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field 🎯 Objective of the Role To lead and manage the entire plant operations including production, quality, maintenance, planning, dispatch, and safety, ensuring optimum productivity, cost-effectiveness, customer satisfaction, and employee engagement. 🛠️ Key Responsibilities 1. Production & Operational Management Oversee daily operations including fabrication, machining, forging, and dispatch. Ensure timely and quality production as per monthly/weekly schedules. Drive OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), reduce downtime, and improve throughput. 2. Manpower & Team Leadership Lead a team of Production Managers, Quality Heads, Maintenance, Stores, HR, and Supervisors. Ensure discipline, skill development, and motivation across all levels. Implement shift planning and manpower allocation. 3. Planning & Inventory Control Coordinate with PPC and stores to ensure raw material availability and inventory control. Minimize wastage and monitor rejections, scrap, and rework. 4. Quality & Compliance Ensure adherence to customer quality standards (PPAP, APQP, ISO/TS 16949). Conduct internal audits and quality improvement drives. Ensure traceability, calibration, and process control. 5. Maintenance & Tooling Monitor preventive and breakdown maintenance. Oversee availability of critical spares and die/tool maintenance. 6. Cost Control & Efficiency Drive cost reduction initiatives in manufacturing, energy, and manpower. Optimize machine utilization, shop floor layout, and takt time. 7. Health, Safety & Environment Ensure safe working conditions and compliance with EHS norms. Conduct safety drills, audits, and safety committee reviews. 8. Customer Coordination Act as the single point of contact for production, quality, and delivery concerns. Handle customer visits, audits, and emergency escalations. 9. MIS & Reporting Present daily, weekly, and monthly dashboards to management. Review KPIs such as Production Output, Rejections, Downtime, and Delivery OTIF. 📊 Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) Production Efficiency (Planned vs. Actual Output) On-Time Delivery (OTD) Customer Complaint Rate Downtime % Scrap & Rework Rate Cost per Unit Employee Turnover and Engagement 🤝 Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and team management skills Hands-on in manufacturing systems (Lean, 5S, Kaizen) Conflict resolution and cross-functional coordination Proficiency in MS Excel, ERP, and Production software Analytical, disciplined, and goal-oriented mindset Show more Show less