Plant Head

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Experience : 12 To 15 Year In Transformers Industry

Job Summary

Plant Head

transformer manufacturing plant

Key Responsibilities

• Operations & Production Management
• Oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations for distribution, power, and specialty transformers (oil-immersed/dry-type).
• Ensure on-time delivery, quality output, and cost-effective production.
• Plan and monitor daily/weekly/monthly production schedules.
• Drive lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and process improvement initiatives.
• Quality & Compliance
• Ensure adherence to quality management systems (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, etc.).
• Implement and monitor in-process and final product testing in coordination with quality and testing teams.
• Collaborate with the design and quality team to resolve non-conformities and customer complaints.
• Maintenance & Asset Management
• Ensure proactive maintenance of plant equipment, machinery, and utilities.
• Minimize downtime through preventive and predictive maintenance programs.
• Supply Chain & Inventory
• Coordinate with procurement and stores for raw material availability, inventory optimization, and vendor management.
• Improve material flow, logistics, and warehouse operations.
• Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)
• Enforce EHS standards and promote a safety-first culture.
• Ensure compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements.
• People & Leadership
• Lead a team of department heads across production, quality, engineering, and HR.
• Set KRAs, monitor performance, and facilitate training & development.
• Foster teamwork, accountability, and continuous improvement culture.
• Strategic & Financial Planning
• Plan and manage plant budgets, CAPEX, and cost control measures.
• Identify and implement strategies for productivity enhancement and cost savings.
• Contribute to business planning, technology upgrades, and capacity expansion.
  

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s or Master’s Degree in Electrical / Mechanical Engineering.
• MBA or certification in Operations Management (preferred but not mandatory).
• 15–25 years of experience in manufacturing, with at least 5+ years in a leadership role in the transformer or heavy electrical industry.
  

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of transformer manufacturing processes (winding, core assembly, tanking, oil filling, testing).
• Expertise in production planning, quality systems, and lean manufacturing.
• Leadership, strategic thinking, and decision-making abilities.
• Excellent communication, people management, and conflict resolution skills.
• Familiarity with ERP systems (e.g., SAP, Oracle).
  

Performance Metrics

• Production efficiency and capacity utilization
• Quality metrics (rejection rate, customer complaints)
• On-time delivery
• Plant safety (zero accidents)
• Operational cost control
• Employee productivity and retention