Manufacturing Head II Sandhar Amkin Industries II Manesar

Sandhar Engineering Pvt. Ltd.; Gurugram District; On-site; INR 4,000,000 - 7,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Sandhar Amkin Industries in Manesar, Haryana seeks an experienced Manufacturing Head to lead end-to-end operations in helmet and riding accessories manufacturing. The role focuses on production planning, quality, cost optimization, and strong customer engagement.

The ideal candidate will have 18+ years in manufacturing, expertise in P&L ownership, lean manufacturing, and a track record of delivering growth and profitability in automotive or PPE sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering or related field.
• MBA or postgraduate qualification in Operations/Business Management is a plus.
• Minimum 18+ years of manufacturing experience with plant leadership.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations including planning, execution, capacity utilization, and process improvements.
• Ensure production targets, delivery schedules, productivity and operational efficiency are met.
• Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Optimize manpower, machinery, material utilization, and manufacturing costs.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and statutory requirements.
• Lead and develop teams across Production, Quality, Maintenance, PPC, and Supply Chain.

Skills

Leadership

Manufacturing

P&L ownership

Lean manufacturing

Quality management

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical Engineering

MBA or Operations/Business Management

Job description

Manufacturing Head

Company: Sandhar Amkin Industries
Location: Manesar, Haryana
Industry: Helmet and Riding Accessories Manufacturing
Experience: 18+ Years
Position: Manufacturing Head / Head of Manufacturing Operations

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Manufacturing Head to lead end-to-end manufacturing operations at Sandhar Amkin Industries, Manesar. The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in the automotive, helmet, personal protective equipment (PPE), or riding accessories manufacturing industry, with strong expertise in production management, customer handling, business development, operational excellence, and Profit & Loss (P&L) management.

The candidate will be responsible for driving manufacturing efficiency, ensuring product quality, optimizing costs, developing customer relationships, and achieving business growth and profitability targets.

Key Responsibilities

1. Manufacturing & Operations Management

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations, including production planning, execution, capacity utilization, and process improvement.
• Ensure achievement of production targets, delivery schedules, productivity, and operational efficiency.
• Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Optimize manpower, machinery, material utilization, and manufacturing costs.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and statutory requirements.

2. Customer Handling & Relationship Management

• Develop and maintain strong relationships with key customers, OEMs, and strategic business partners.
• Act as the primary point of contact for customer escalations related to quality, delivery, production, and service.
• Coordinate with customers on forecasts, capacity planning, new product requirements, and delivery commitments.
• Ensure timely resolution of customer complaints and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.
• Drive customer satisfaction, retention, and long-term business relationships.

3. Business Development & Growth

• Identify new business opportunities and support customer acquisition and business expansion.
• Work closely with the Sales, Marketing, and Business Development teams to develop new customer relationships.
• Support RFQs, costing, capacity assessments, feasibility studies, and new business proposals.
• Drive new product introduction (NPI), product industrialization, and successful launch of new programs.
• Develop strategies to increase revenue, market share, and customer engagement.

4. Profit & Loss (P&L) Management

• Take ownership of plant-level P&L, revenue, profitability, and cost optimization.
• Monitor manufacturing costs, material consumption, conversion costs, overheads, and operating expenses.
• Develop and manage annual operating budgets and business plans.
• Identify cost-reduction opportunities and improve overall operational profitability.
• Track key financial and operational KPIs and implement corrective actions to achieve business objectives.

5. Quality & Process Excellence

• Ensure consistent product quality and compliance with customer specifications and applicable industry standards.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives and reduce rejection, rework, scrap, and customer complaints.
• Coordinate with Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Purchase, and Supply Chain teams.
• Ensure effective implementation of quality management systems and customer-specific requirements.

6. Team Leadership & Cross-Functional Coordination

• Lead and develop teams across Production, Quality, Maintenance, PPC, Tool Room, Stores, and Supply Chain, as applicable.
• Establish performance targets and review departmental KPIs regularly.
• Build a culture of accountability, productivity, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Coordinate with senior management on strategic planning, operational performance, and business growth.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related discipline.
• MBA or a postgraduate qualification in Operations or Business Management will be an added advantage.
• Minimum 18+ years of experience in manufacturing, with substantial experience in plant or manufacturing leadership.
• Experience in helmet manufacturing, riding accessories, automotive components, plastics, polymer processing, or allied manufacturing industries is preferred.
• Proven experience in customer management, business development support, and P&L ownership.
• Strong understanding of production planning, quality management, supply chain, cost control, and operational excellence.
• Demonstrated ability to manage large teams, achieve business targets, and improve plant profitability.

Key Competencies

• Strategic and operational leadership
• Customer relationship and escalation management
• Business development and commercial acumen
• Profitability and P&L management
• Cost optimization and productivity improvement
• Production planning and execution
• Problem-solving and decision-making
• Team development and stakeholder management

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Achievement of production and delivery targets
• Plant profitability and P&L performance
• Manufacturing cost reduction
• Customer satisfaction and retention
• Quality performance and reduction in rejection rates
• Productivity and capacity utilization
• New business development and program launches
• Safety, compliance, and continuous improvement

Preferred Candidate Profile:

A dynamic manufacturing leader with 18+ years of experience, strong customer-facing capabilities, commercial understanding, proven P&L management skills, and the ability to drive operational excellence and business growth in the helmet, riding accessories, automotive, or allied manufacturing sector.