Plant Head

Job Summary:

Solidus Techno Power Pvt. Ltd. is seeking a dynamic and experienced Plant Head to lead the complete setup and operations of its upcoming Solar Panel Module Manufacturing Unit. The selected candidate will be responsible for driving the end-to-end establishment of the plant from infrastructure planning, machinery procurement, installation & commissioning to production ramp-up and team building. The ideal candidate must have a strong background in solar PV module manufacturing with experience in greenfield projects.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the greenfield plant setup for solar panel module manufacturing from scratch.
• Coordinate with civil consultants, architects, and vendors for plant infrastructure development.
• Evaluate, select, and procure machinery and equipment for the module line (including stringers, laminators, testers, etc.).
• Ensure timely installation, commissioning, and readiness of the production line.
• Establish SOPs and quality control processes for efficient plant operations.
• Drive production planning, process optimization, and cost efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to global quality standards (like IEC, MNRE, BIS).
• Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, and safety practices.
• Develop the plant operations team across functions (production, maintenance, quality, logistics, etc.).
• Provide leadership and direction to achieve plant performance goals (output, quality, cost, delivery).
• Ensure compliance with statutory, environmental, and safety regulations.
• Liaise with government agencies, local authorities, and internal management teams for necessary approvals and coordination.
• Support management in strategic planning related to capacity, technology, and expansion.
• Identify continuous improvement opportunities and recommend technology upgrades.

Key Requirements:

• B.E./B.Tech in Electrical / Mechanical / Industrial Engineering or related field.
• Minimum 12 years of experience in solar PV module manufacturing, with at least 5 years in a Plant Head or similar leadership role.
• Hands-on experience in setting up new manufacturing plants (greenfield projects).
• Strong knowledge of solar panel manufacturing processes (mono, poly, PERC, etc.).
• Familiarity with production equipment, utilities, plant layout, and automation.
• Strong leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.

Preferred:

• Experience in setting up a

  fully automated solar module manufacturing line

  .
• Exposure to

  international quality and environmental standards

  .
• Familiarity with

  supply chain and vendor management

  related to solar industry.
• Provide leadership and direction to achieve plant performance goals (output, quality, cost, delivery).