Head - Manufacturing

Aggreko; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 6,000,000 - 9,000,000; Full time

Benefits offered by this job

Competitive compensation

Professional growth opportunities

Job summary

Aggreko in Pune is seeking a Head - Manufacturing to lead end-to-end plant operations, drive safety, quality and cost efficiency, and scale capacity for strategic growth.

The role collaborates with India Operations Head and global teams to set up manufacturing capabilities, optimize processes, and deliver high-quality products in a fast-paced environment.

The incumbent will shape operations strategy, build strong teams, and ensure regulatory compliance across the manufacturing site.

Qualifications

• 15–20 years in manufacturing operations with 5–7 years in senior leadership, preferably with greenfield or large-scale project experience.
• Engineering graduate (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial) with a master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business Management preferred.
• Proven ability to build, lead, and scale diverse teams with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and safety.
• Authentic, inclusive communicator who inspires trust and engagement across a global workforce.
• Strategic thinker with hands-on leadership skills, able to balance long-term vision with day-to-day execution in a fast-paced environment.
• Good understanding of Local Laws, dealing with Local Authorities and Government interfaces.
• Experience in developing and managing local suppliers and contractors, ensuring alignment with global quality, cost and delivery standards.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee all manufacturing operations to ensure safety, quality, and efficiency.
• Develop and execute the annual operating plan and standardize key performance metrics.
• Implement production and quality strategies to optimize output and compliance with regulations.
• Collaborate with finance to manage plant budgets and cost-saving opportunities.
• Oversee workforce development, relations, and succession planning.
• Drive cross-functional and global collaboration to scale manufacturing capabilities.

Skills

Manufacturing leadership

Operations management

Strategic planning

Leadership

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Electrical/Industrial Engineering

Master's degree in Engineering/Operations/Business

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

Bring your energy to Aggreko as Head - Manufacturing, based in Pune. The Manufacturing Head at Aggreko's Pune Campus is a key leadership role overseeing all manufacturing operations, responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring high-quality product delivery, and strategically scaling capacity. This role involves close collaboration with the India Operations Head and global teams to set up and expand manufacturing capabilities.

Power without pause. Heating, cooling and oil-free air without end. We keep our customers’ worlds on. From world-class events that last a few weeks to mining operations and remote communities who rely on us for decades.

What You’ll Do

• Safety Leadership: Ensure a safe working environment by driving proactive risk identification, incident investigation, and the implementation of corrective actions across all site operations.
• Operational Strategy & Performance: Develop and execute the annual operating plan, standardize operational metrics, and achieve performance standards in safety, line utilization, efficiency, and quality.
• Production & Quality Assurance: Implement strategies to optimize production output, manage costs, maintain product quality standards, and ensure compliance with industry regulations through effective policies and audits.
• Financial Management: Collaborate with finance to develop and manage plant budgets, identify cost-saving opportunities, and monitor financial performance to achieve cost targets without compromising quality or safety.
• Workforce Development & Relations: Oversee employee and industrial relations, recruit and develop a skilled workforce, foster a culture of teamwork and accountability, and enforce company policies.
• Talent & Succession Planning: Plan and execute comprehensive training for team members and develop succession plans for critical roles to ensure continuous organizational growth and capability.

You Are

• 15-20 years of experience in manufacturing operations with strong grasp of processes, efficiency systems and end to end plant management, including 5-7 years in senior leadership roles, preferably with greenfield or large-scale project experience
• Engineering graduate (Mechanical, Electrical, or Industrial) with a master’s degree in Engineering, Operations, or Business Management preferred
• Proven ability to build, lead, and scale diverse teams with a focus on collaboration, accountability, and safety
• Authentic, inclusive communicator who inspires trust and engagement across a global workforce
• Strategic thinker with hands-on leadership skills, able to balance long-term vision with day-to-day execution in a fast-paced environment
• Good understanding of Local Laws, dealing with Local Authorities and Government interfaces
• Experience in developing and managing local suppliers and contractors, ensuring alignment with global quality, cost and delivery standards.

What You’ll Get

• A full-time leadership role based in Pune.
• Competitive Compensation & Benefits
• Dynamic & Supportive Work Environment: Thrive in an innovative and forward-thinking culture that values your expertise and will foster professional growth.
• Accelerate your career with dedicated pathways for advancement, access to specialised training programs and ample opportunities for skill enhancement.

Our people are can‑do, positive, resilient and persistent. If that feels like you, build your career with the people bringing energy to the world.

Equal employment opportunity

We welcome people from different backgrounds and cultures, and respect people’s unique skills, attitudes and experiences. We encourage everyone to be themselves at work because we know that’s how we do our best, for each other, for our customers, for the communities where we work, and for our careers.

We are an equal opportunity employer. If you apply for a role at Aggreko, we will consider your application based on your qualifications and experience, and not on your race, colour, ethnicity, religion, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity, national origin, disability, or veteran status.