We are seeking an experienced and results-driven Director – Operations Management (Plant Head) to lead and oversee all manufacturing operations at our Ambernath facility. This leadership role is responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring product quality, maintaining safety standards, optimizing costs, and building a high-performance culture across the plant.
The successful candidate will play a key role in shaping manufacturing strategy, delivering business objectives, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational and financial goals.
Key Responsibilities
Operational Leadership
Lead end-to-end plant operations to ensure safe, efficient, and high-quality manufacturing performance.
Develop and execute operational strategies to achieve production, quality, delivery, and cost objectives.
Monitor production schedules, capacity utilization, material consumption, and equipment effectiveness.
Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity and operational efficiency.
People Leadership
Build, lead, and develop a high-performing manufacturing organization.
Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
Coach and mentor leaders across operations and support functions.
Drive workforce capability development through effective training and succession planning.
Quality Management
Ensure products consistently meet customer expectations, quality standards, and regulatory requirements.
Implement and maintain robust quality systems and process controls.
Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for quality issues.
Promote a culture of quality throughout the organization.
Safety, Compliance, and Sustainability
Champion a strong safety culture and ensure compliance with all health, safety, and environmental regulations.
Lead safety audits, risk assessments, and corrective action programs.
Ensure adherence to company policies, industry standards, and statutory requirements.
Financial and Cost Management
Develop and manage plant operating budgets.
Drive cost optimization initiatives while maintaining quality, safety, and customer service standards.
Monitor operational expenses and resource utilization to maximize profitability.
Cross-Functional Collaboration
Partner closely with Engineering, Supply Chain, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, Human Resources, and Commercial teams to support business objectives.
Provide regular updates to senior leadership on plant performance, key initiatives, risks, and opportunities.
Support strategic growth initiatives, capacity expansion, and operational transformation programs.
