Head of Operations

ORVI; Jaipur; On-site; INR 9,00,000 - 12,00,000; Full time

Job summary

A luxury surface brand is seeking a hands-on Head of Operations to lead their production facility in Jaipur. The ideal candidate will have 10-15 years of experience in craft-driven manufacturing, implementing lean practices and managing teams. This role involves ensuring quality finishes and collaborating with cross-functional teams. Join a company dedicated to innovative craftsmanship and modern design.

Benefits

Lead operations for a globally recognized brand

Work at the intersection of craft, design, and management

Culture that values innovation, creativity, and precision

Qualifications

• 10-15 years in high-mix, low-volume craft-driven manufacturing.
• Background in furniture, jewellery, lifestyle exports, or luxury handcrafted products.

Responsibilities

• Convert custom orders into detailed schedules and work orders.
• Introduce and enforce lean practices without compromising craftsmanship.
• Lead, mentor, and motivate artisans, supervisors, and technicians.
• Oversee preventive maintenance and inventory planning.
• Establish QC systems for consistent quality finishes.
• Collaborate with design, sales, and logistics teams.

Skills

Strong PPC and reporting skills

Exposure to lean manufacturing

Ability to manage artisans and teams

Resilient and adaptable

Education

Graduate in Engineering / Production / Industrial Management

MBA or Lean/6σ certification

Job description

Company: Orvi Surfaces Pvt Ltd,

Location: Mahindra SEZ, Jaipur

Head of Operations – Luxury Surfaces & Handcrafted Products

Orvi is a luxury surface and lifestyle brand known for blending traditional craftsmanship with modern design. Our products include bespoke stone, metal, wood, and semi-precious inlays for high-end projects across India and abroad. We are looking for a hands-on Head of Operations to lead our production facility, streamline processes, and ensure timely delivery while maintaining the highest quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning & Control (PPC): Convert custom orders into detailed schedules and work orders, track WIP, and ensure timely deliveries.
• Process & Systems Implementation: Introduce and enforce lean practices (5S, Kaizen, quality systems) without compromising craftsmanship.
• People Management: Lead, mentor, and motivate artisans, supervisors, and technicians; build a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.
• Maintenance & Stores Management: Oversee preventive maintenance, inventory, and raw material planning to optimize costs and efficiency.
• Quality Assurance: Establish QC systems to ensure consistent global-quality finishes for handcrafted and machine-processed products.
• Cross-functional Coordination: Collaborate with design, sales, and logistics teams for smooth execution of projects and support new product development.

Candidate Profile

• Education: Graduate in Engineering / Production / Industrial Management; MBA or Lean/6σ certification preferred.
• Experience: 10–15 years in high-mix, low-volume, craft-driven manufacturing. Background in furniture, jewellery, lifestyle exports, or luxury handcrafted products is highly desirable.
• Skills & Traits:
• Strong PPC and reporting skills, with hands-on shop-floor experience.
• Exposure to lean manufacturing, 5S, and process improvement.
• Ability to manage artisans and professional teams in semi-structured environments.
• Resilient, adaptable, and committed to building systems from scratch.

Why Join Orvi

• Lead operations for a globally recognized luxury surfaces brand.
• Work at the intersection of craft, design, and modern management.
• Be part of a culture that values innovation, creativity, and precision.