Project Assistant

Job Responsibilities – Projects Head (Manufacturing Industry)

1. Project Planning & Execution

• Lead end-to-end planning, execution, and delivery of manufacturing projects within defined timelines and budgets.

• Develop detailed project plans, schedules, resource allocation, and cost estimations.

• Ensure alignment of projects with company goals, production capacity, and strategic initiatives.

2. Site Visits & Monitoring

• Conduct regular site visits to manufacturing plants, project sites, and vendor locations to monitor progress.

• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards during execution.

• Identify on-ground challenges and provide timely solutions to avoid project delays.

• Validate contractor and vendor work against agreed specifications and project requirements.

3. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with production, engineering, procurement, quality, and maintenance teams for seamless project execution.

• Liaise with senior management and external stakeholders (vendors, contractors, consultants) for approvals and smooth coordination.

4. Budgeting & Cost Control

• Prepare and monitor project budgets, ensuring cost optimization and adherence to financial targets.

• Approve procurement of equipment, raw materials, and technology required for project completion.

5. Compliance & Quality

• Ensure all projects adhere to safety regulations, industry standards, and statutory compliance.

• Drive quality benchmarks in new installations, expansions, or modifications.

6. Technology & Process Improvement

• Identify, evaluate, and implement new manufacturing technologies and automation solutions.

• Lead continuous improvement projects to enhance efficiency, reduce downtime, and optimize production processes.

7. Team Leadership

• Lead, mentor, and monitor project teams, assigning responsibilities and tracking performance.

• Build capability within the team through training and skill development.

8. Risk Management

• Identify potential risks (technical, operational, financial) and develop mitigation strategies.

• Ensure contingency planning for critical projects.

9. Reporting & Documentation

• Provide regular updates to top management on project status, milestones achieved, delays, and corrective actions.

• Maintain comprehensive project documentation for audits and future reference.

10. Vendor & Contractor Management

• Negotiate contracts with suppliers and contractors to ensure timely and cost-effective delivery.

• Monitor vendor performance and ensure adherence to quality and timelines.

11. Strategic Contribution

• Support management in long-term capacity planning, plant expansion, and modernization projects.

• Contribute to business growth by aligning projects with market demands and company objectives.

Apply to -

humancapital@gemmachinery.in