Plant Production Head

Job Summary:

The Production Supervisor / Plant Head will be responsible for managing the overall production operations of the plant. This role involves planning, organizing, and supervising day-to-day manufacturing activities, ensuring product quality, managing manpower, optimizing resources, and achieving production targets while maintaining safety and compliance standards.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Planning & Control

• Prepare and implement daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules. • Allocate resources (manpower, machines, materials) to meet production targets. • Monitor production output and ensure timely delivery as per customer requirements.

Operations & Supervision

• Supervise shop-floor activities, assign work to operators/workers. • Monitor machine operations, minimize downtime, and ensure preventive maintenance. • Coordinate with purchase, quality, and stores departments for smooth workflow.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure production is carried out as per quality standards & specifications. • Reduce rejection, wastage, and rework through process improvement. • Maintain ISO, safety, and statutory compliance within the plant.

Manpower Management

• Supervise workers, technicians, and team leaders on the shop floor. • Conduct on-the-job training, motivate the workforce, and resolve disputes. • Prepare shift schedules, monitor attendance, and manage labor efficiency.

Cost & Efficiency

• Optimize raw material consumption and control production costs. • Implement lean manufacturing / 5S practices for process improvement. • Track KPIs like OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), downtime, and yield.

Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare daily/weekly/monthly production reports for management. • Report breakdowns, production delays, and suggest corrective actions. • Coordinate with higher management on production planning & strategies.

Key Skills Required:

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machines, and materials. • Leadership and people management skills.

• Production planning & Tally knowledge.

• Good problem-solving and decision-making skills.

• Familiarity with safety standards and quality control systems.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Diploma / B.Tech (Mechanical / Electrical / Production / Industrial).

• 5–10 years’ experience in manufacturing / plant operations.

• Prior experience in a supervisory or plant head role is preferred.