Plant Head

This role is for one of our clientsCompany name: AccountingbabaIndustry: Project LeadSeniority level: Mid-Senior levelMin Experience: 15 yearsLocation: SuratJobType: full-time

About The Role

We are building one of India’s most advanced

3.08 GW TopCon solar cell manufacturing facilities

, and we’re looking for a visionary

Plant/Project Head

to lead the journey from greenfield execution to global market leadership. This is a

CXO-level, high-impact role

with full accountability for project delivery, plant operations, P&L performance, and long-term competitiveness.The right leader will bring a unique mix of

strategic vision, operational excellence, and deep domain expertise in high-tech, process-driven manufacturing

. You will own the execution roadmap, build world-class teams, drive innovation, and position the facility as a benchmark for solar manufacturing globally.

What You’ll Drive

Greenfield Leadership:

Oversee the complete design, construction, commissioning, and ramp-up of a multi-GW solar cell facility.

Operational Excellence:

Achieve global benchmarks in OEE, yield, cost-per-watt, energy efficiency, and sustainability.

Financial Stewardship:

Full P&L ownership, with sharp focus on profitability, cost optimization, capital efficiency, and investor reporting.

Technology & Innovation:

Lead adoption of cutting-edge solar technologies (TopCon and beyond), inline metrology, advanced automation, and NPI initiatives.

People & Culture:

Build and mentor cross-functional teams (Production, SCM, R&D, Quality, HR, Finance, EHS), instilling a culture of performance, safety, and continuous improvement.

Governance & Risk:

Implement strong governance frameworks, compliance systems, and risk mitigation strategies across operations and finance.

Market Growth:

Expand domestic and international market footprint through partnerships, business development, and strategic alliances.

Key Responsibilities

Deliver greenfield execution on time, within budget, and at defined quality standards.Drive sustainable ramp-to-rate, hitting production and financial milestones.Embed

Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM

methodologies across plant operations.Ensure compliance with regulatory, environmental, and EHS standards.Lead technology partnerships with OEMs, research institutes, and global innovation leaders.Represent the organization with investors, government bodies, and global stakeholders.

Ideal Candidate Profile

Experience

20+ years in high-tech, large-scale, process-driven manufacturing (solar, semiconductors, advanced materials, or electronics).Minimum 5+ years of recent experience in

solar cell manufacturing or adjacent industries

(semiconductor/wafer/advanced materials).Proven track record of delivering

₹1,000 Cr+ greenfield or large-scale expansion projects

.Strong background in scaling operations from commissioning to multi-GW capacity.

Education

B.Tech / M.Tech in Engineering or Technology.MBA preferred but not mandatory.

Skills & Attributes

Strategic leadership with hands-on execution mindset.Deep expertise in

MES, inline metrology, factory automation, and smart manufacturing systems

.Strong grasp of Lean, Six Sigma, and TPM methodologies.Exceptional financial acumen and P&L ownership experience.Excellent stakeholder management, investor relations, and board-level reporting.Passion for renewable energy and building globally competitive manufacturing ecosystems.

Why Join Us

Lead

India’s largest TopCon solar cell project

with global scale and impact.Be at the forefront of driving the energy transition and clean-tech revolution.Build a

legacy plant

that sets benchmarks for efficiency, technology, and sustainability.Opportunity to work with global partners, investors, and technology leaders shaping the future of solar manufacturing.