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Position Title: Chief Operating Officer – India Manufacturing Operations Location: Bangalore, India Employment Type: Full-Time | Executive Leadership Industry: Renewable Energy / Industrial Manufacturing / Clean Tech Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead the full manufacturing and supply chain operations across three major production facilities in India. This role requires a proven manufacturing leader who has grown from Plant Manager-level responsibilities into broader operational leadership, combining deep factory floor expertise with strategic oversight. The COO will be responsible for ensuring world-class performance across safety, quality, delivery, cost, and people, while enabling scalable and resilient operations aligned with global clean energy growth. Key Responsibilities: Take full P&L responsibility for manufacturing and supply chain across three factories, leading all operations teams including production, engineering, quality, EHS, and logistics. Direct the end-to-end supply chain, from procurement and supplier development to inventory, warehousing, and distribution. Build and lead high-performing teams with a strong focus on plant-level execution, lean operations, and continuous improvement. Serve as the critical bridge between factory operations and global business functions, aligning capacity, cost, and delivery with strategic objectives. Champion operational excellence, including implementation of lean manufacturing, automation, digitization, and performance analytics across sites. Drive on-time delivery and cost competitiveness for both domestic and export markets. Ensure all operations adhere to regulatory, EHS, and compliance standards. Qualifications: 15+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with a minimum of 5 years as Plant Manager or equivalent, and recent experience in a multi-site leadership role. Strong industry background in renewable energy, automotive, or heavy industrial manufacturing (wind, EV, battery, large components preferred). Proven track record in scaling plant operations, building new factories (greenfield/brownfield), and leading full-site management. Deep understanding of supply chain strategy, materials management, and vendor performance. Hands-on leader with strong floor-level execution skills and a high standard for quality and discipline. Engineering degree required; MBA or advanced operations/leadership training preferred. Show more Show less

Position Title: Head of Human Resources – India Location: India (flexible within major industrial or manufacturing hubs) Employment Type: Full-Time | Leadership Role Industry: Renewable Energy / Clean Technology / Industrial Manufacturing Position Overview: We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic HR leader to take full ownership of human resources operations across multiple manufacturing facilities and an engineering R&D center in India. This is a pivotal role responsible for aligning HR strategy with the rapid business expansion of a leading global energy company, ensuring talent readiness, operational efficiency, and cultural alignment with global values. The role requires a seasoned HR executive with a strong background in the energy or large-scale manufacturing sector, capable of leading in dynamic, fast-paced environments with a strong focus on operational excellence, labor relations, talent acquisition, and organizational development. Key Responsibilities: Lead the full HR function across multiple manufacturing plants and an engineering innovation center in India, managing 3000+ employees. Act as a strategic business partner to the India leadership team and global HQ, aligning HR strategy with long-term business objectives. Oversee all core HR functions, including talent management, organizational design, recruitment, labor compliance, performance management, compensation & benefits, and employee engagement. Drive organizational transformation and change management initiatives to support rapid business growth. Build and manage a strong HR team across sites, ensuring standardized processes and scalable practices. Ensure full compliance with Indian labor laws, industrial relations frameworks, and EHS-related human capital requirements. Foster a strong corporate culture across diverse operational environments. Qualifications: 15+ years of progressive HR leadership experience, with proven success in the energy, infrastructure, or industrial manufacturing sectors. Experience managing multi-site operations (plants and engineering/technology teams). Demonstrated capability in leading through scale-up, transformation, or M&A environments. Strong understanding of Indian labor laws, union dynamics, and people management at scale. Exceptional leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-cultural communication skills. Master's degree or above in Human Resources, Business Administration, or related field. Show more Show less

Position Title: Plant HR Manager – Multi-site Manufacturing Location: India (flexible within major industrial or manufacturing hubs) Employment Type: Full-Time | Mid-to-Senior Level Industry: Industrial Manufacturing / Renewable Energy / Engineering Position Overview: We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Plant HR Manager to oversee human resources operations across three manufacturing plants in India. The role is responsible for end-to-end HR management at the site level, ensuring effective workforce planning, compliance, employee relations, talent management, and coordination with corporate HR leadership. This is a key operational role, requiring a candidate with prior experience managing HR for multiple manufacturing units, preferably within the energy, automotive, engineering, or broader industrial sectors. Key Responsibilities: Lead and manage all HR functions across three manufacturing sites, ensuring alignment with business and production needs. Drive site-level HR operations including recruitment, employee engagement, performance management, training & development, disciplinary actions, and compliance. Act as a key point of contact for plant leadership on all people-related matters. Ensure compliance with local labor laws, statutory requirements, and EHS-linked HR standards. Partner with corporate HR and business leadership to implement organizational policies and workforce initiatives. Support union/labor relations management where applicable and maintain a stable, productive workforce. Supervise and develop site-level HR teams to ensure consistent execution across all locations. Qualifications: 10+ years of HR experience with at least 3–5 years in multi-site manufacturing HR management. Strong familiarity with plant HR operations, labor law compliance, workforce management, and union handling. Background in manufacturing, automotive, energy, or engineering sectors is strongly preferred. Bachelor’s or Master’s degree in Human Resources, Industrial Relations, or related fields. Show more Show less

About Us A leading player in the additives industry, this company specializes in the research, development, and sales of a diverse range of wax products, including polyethylene wax, oxidized polyethylene wax, and wax emulsions. With a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility featuring over 100 specialized devices, the company is dedicated to delivering innovative and environmentally friendly additive solutions tailored for various industries. Our product line includes high-performance wax additives designed to enhance the quality and functionality of applications such as anti-scratch coatings and polishing agents. Job Duties and Responsibilities Develop and implement annual, quarterly, and monthly marketing plans and sales targets in accordance with company policies. Be responsible for the product promotion and sales tasks of the coatings, inks, rubber, and plastic industries in Malaysia, as well as corresponding industries in other Southeast Asian countries. Fully understand market changes and competitor conditions, and formulate countermeasures. Be responsible for market development, including printing inks, industrial coatings, plastics, and new industries like water-based coatings, fruit coatings, and textiles, as well as relationships with agents and distributors. Maintain and develop customer relationships, conduct customer credit investigations, and establish record keeping. Achieve sales targets, including product promotion, sales, and collection of payments. Handle contract negotiations, signings, and daily customer relationship management. Collect market and competitor information, and conduct market research. Develop and manage sales channels. Apply for regional incentive policies based on performance achievements. Perform work items assigned by the superior supervisor. Qualifications Bachelor's degree in Chemistry, Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, or a related field. Relevant experience in sales or marketing within the chemical or materials industry is preferred. Strong analytical skills with the ability to assess market trends and competitor performance. Excellent communication and interpersonal skills. Proven ability to develop and maintain customer relationships. Ability to work independently and as part of a team to achieve sales targets. Show more Show less