Factory Manager

Ghar Soaps; Pune District; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Ghar Soaps in Pune is seeking an experienced Factory Manager to oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations. The role is focused on ensuring efficient production, quality standards, and cost optimization across the factory teams.

The ideal candidate must possess strong leadership skills and a deep understanding of manufacturing processes, with a Bachelor's degree in Engineering or related fields preferred. Interested candidates can share their updated CV at [e-mail].

Qualifications

• Strong leadership and team management abilities.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily factory operations, ensuring smooth production.
• Manage production schedules to meet delivery timelines.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations.

Skills

Leadership skills

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Analytical skills

Proficiency in MS Excel

ERP systems knowledge

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Manufacturing / Operations / Industrial Management

MBA (Operations) preferred

Job description

Ghar Soaps is a skin care brand based in Pune, dedicated to simplifying skin care routines for effective results. Our brand's mission is to make skin care simple and accessible to all individuals. With a focus on natural ingredients and straightforward products, Ghar Soaps aims to enhance the skin care experience for customers.

Role Overview

We are looking for an experienced and results-driven Factory Manager to oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations. This role will be responsible for ensuring efficient production, maintaining quality standards, optimizing costs, and managing factory teams to achieve business objectives. The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills, deep understanding of manufacturing processes, and the ability to drive continuous improvement across operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee daily factory operations, ensuring smooth and efficient production
• Plan and manage production schedules to meet delivery timelines
• Monitor and improve productivity, efficiency, and utilization of resources
• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards and implement quality control processes
• Manage factory workforce including hiring, training, and performance management
• Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations
• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams for raw material availability
• Oversee maintenance of machinery and equipment to minimize downtime
• Drive cost optimization initiatives and reduce wastage
• Implement process improvements and best practices in manufacturing
• Maintain production reports, MIS, and performance dashboards
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams (R&D, QA, Logistics, Sales) for seamless operations
• Strong leadership and team management skills
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities
• Knowledge of production planning and process optimization
• Familiarity with quality standards and compliance requirements
• Strong analytical and organizational skills
• Good communication and interpersonal skills
• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP systems

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Manufacturing / Operations / Industrial Management
• MBA (Operations) preferred

Preferred Industry Experience

• FMCG / D2C / Beauty & Personal Care / Manufacturing
• Experience in handling end-to-end factory operations

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production efficiency and output targets
• Quality compliance and defect rates
• Cost optimization and wastage reduction
• Machine uptime and maintenance efficiency
• Workforce productivity

Interested can share their updated cv at [e-mail]