Plant Head

As the Plant Head at our Packaging Client in Mumbai, you will play a crucial role in overseeing all plant operations to ensure alignment with business goals. Your primary responsibilities will include production planning, team leadership, quality control, cost efficiency, and regulatory compliance. Additionally, you will drive strategic initiatives focused on operational excellence, safety, and continuous improvement. Key Responsibilities: - Oversee daily plant operations to meet production targets and business objectives. - Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials. - Develop and implement production plans to drive efficiency and growth. - Maintain required production volume while ensuring flexibility and quality. - Minimize downtime by optimizing manufacturing processes and implementing lean practices. - Manage operational costs, monitor raw material usage, and reduce wastage. - Oversee budgets (CAPEX, OPEX) and ensure strong financial performance (EBITDA). - Manage the plant's Profit & Loss (P&L) responsibilities. - Implement cost-saving initiatives and drive process improvements. - Conduct regular safety drills, audits, and risk assessments. - Lead and mentor cross-functional teams across production, quality, maintenance, logistics, and HR. - Foster a culture of safety, accountability, and continuous learning. - Identify skill gaps and coordinate training and development programs. - Oversee inventory management and ensure preventive maintenance of machinery. - Plan and execute plant upgrades or expansions as required. - Ensure on-time delivery, product quality, and customer satisfaction. - Support new product development and integration into manufacturing. Qualifications & Experience: - Degree or Diploma in Printing Technology, Packaging Technology, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field is essential. - 15+ years of experience in the printing and packaging industry, with at least 4 years in a leadership/plant head role. - In-depth knowledge of printing processes (offset, UV, digital, etc.), converting operations, packaging materials (paperboard, cartons, etc.), and quality systems. - Excellent communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities. - Exposure to lean manufacturing, Kaizen, or other continuous improvement frameworks is desirable. Desirable Attributes: - Experience with innovative and sustainable packaging solutions. - Familiarity with digital transformation and automation in packaging. - Ability to adapt to technological advancements and dynamic market needs. - Track record of driving operational excellence and change management.,