Plant Operations Manager

Plant Operations Manager

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Job Profile :

We are seeking a highly motivated, experienced, and detail-oriented Plant Operations Manager to oversee and coordinate all daily operational activities at our Bapi Industrial Area facility. The ideal candidate is a proactive Engineer with a minimum of five years of relevant experience who can seamlessly manage both direct and indirect plant functions, ensuring maximum efficiency, quality, and a safe working environment. Experience in the metals and mining sector is a significant plus. This role is pivotal in bridging communication between on-the-ground teams and leadership, and requires a commitment to maintaining healthy relationships while leaving no scope for error.

Key Responsibilities:

• Operational Management and Coordination :

  Maintenance Oversight: Direct and manage all scheduled and unscheduled maintenance activities for plant machinery, equipment, and infrastructure to minimize downtime and ensure operational readiness.

• Production Support:

  Coordinate operations activities to provide seamless, timely support to the production and quality teams, ensuring all resources are allocated efficiently to meet output targets and quality standards.

• Inventory and Logistics:

  Oversee the indirect activities related to materials management, inventory control, and plant logistics to ensure the continuous flow of operations.

• Health, Safety, and Environment (HSE):

  Ensure strict adherence to all company and statutory HSE regulations and protocols. Promote a culture of safety across all plant operations.

• Leadership, Communication, and Strategy ,Internal Coordination:

  Serve as the primary operational liaison, effectively coordinating day-to-day activities and sharing information among all plant teams, including production, quality, maintenance, and logistics.

• Leadership Communication:

  Act as the key communicator with senior leadership, accurately and promptly fulfilling all requests, reporting on plant performance, and providing strategic input on operational improvements.

• Relationship Management:

  Foster and maintain strong, professional, and collaborative relationships with all stakeholders plant employees, managers, and corporate leadership.

• Process Excellence:

  Continuously review and refine operational procedures and processes with the goal of eliminating errors, improving efficiency, and reducing operational costs.

Required Qualifications:

• Education:

  Must possess a degree in Engineering (e.g., Mechanical, Electrical, Industrial, or Production).

• Experience:

  A minimum of 5 years of progressive working experience in a manufacturing or industrial plant environment, with a strong focus on operations and maintenance.

• Industry Focus

  : Prior experience in the metals and mining industry is highly desirable and will be considered a significant advantage.

• Technical Knowledge:

  Proven knowledge of plant maintenance cycles, operational workflows, and best practices in supporting high-volume production and quality assurance.

Essential Traits and Skills :

• Flawless Execution:

  A rigorous commitment to precision and detail, with a proven track record of managing operations with minimal to zero error rate.

• Communication:

  Exceptional written and verbal communication skills, with the ability to articulate complex operational issues clearly to both technical teams and executive leadership.

• Interpersonal Acumen:

  Highly skilled in team coordination, conflict resolution, and maintaining a healthy, motivational, and professional working atmosphere.

• Proactivity:

  Ability to anticipate challenges, propose solutions, and take decisive action to maintain uninterrupted plant functionality.

• Adaptability:

  Proven ability to manage a dynamic, fast-paced industrial environment and respond effectively to shifting operational priorities.