Plant Head

Jobitus; Andhra Pradesh; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Jobitus seeks a transformational Plant Operations Leader to head the Wind Turbine Gearbox Manufacturing Plant in India. You will oversee production, quality, safety, delivery, and cost, driving growth and operational excellence across a multi-disciplinary team.

This role demands deep experience in heavy engineering environments, strong leadership of local and expatriate staff, and a track record of delivering improvements in efficiency and reliability.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• MBA / PGDM in Operations Management preferred.
• 20-25 years of manufacturing experience; 8-10 years in senior leadership roles managing large manufacturing plants.
• Experience in Wind Turbine Gearboxes, Heavy Engineering, Precision Machining, Industrial Gear Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing.

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end plant operations across machining, heat treatment, assembly, testing, painting, packaging, and dispatch.
• Drive Lean, TPM, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 to improve OEE and reduce downtime.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, audits, and customer specifications.
• Coordinate with procurement, planning, stores, and logistics to maintain production and on-time delivery.
• Oversee safety, environment, and regulatory compliance.

Skills

Strategic Leadership

Manufacturing Operations Management

Lean & TPM Expertise

Financial Acumen

Supply Chain Management

Industrial Relations

Quality Systems

Project Management

Decision Making

Change Management

Stakeholder Management

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Production Engineering

Bachelor's Degree in Industrial Engineering

MBA / PGDM in Operations Management

Job description

Job Purpose

To provide strategic and operational leadership for the Wind Turbine Gearbox Manufacturing Plant, ensuring achievement of production, quality, safety, delivery, cost, and compliance objectives while supporting business growth, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plant Operations Management Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations including machining, heat treatment, assembly, testing, painting, packaging, and dispatch of wind turbine gearboxes. Ensure achievement of production plans, customer delivery schedules, and capacity utilization targets. Monitor plant performance through KPIs and implement corrective actions. Optimize resource utilization to maximize productivity and profitability. Manage the local management team [ Indian & Expats] to get the required outputs
2. Manufacturing Excellence Drive Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Industry 4.0 initiatives. Improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and reduce downtime. Lead productivity enhancement and cost reduction projects. Promote a culture of continuous improvement throughout the plant.
3. Quality Management Ensure compliance with customer specifications and international quality standards. Lead quality assurance and quality control functions. Drive reduction in rejection, rework, warranty claims, and customer complaints. Ensure successful completion of customer, certification, and surveillance audits.
4. Supply Chain & Production Planning Coordinate with procurement, planning, stores, and logistics teams to ensure uninterrupted production. Optimize inventory levels while maintaining production continuity. Monitor supplier performance impacting production schedules. Ensure timely dispatch of finished products to domestic and international customers.
5. Maintenance & Asset Management Ensure effective preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance programs. Improve equipment reliability and plant availability. Lead automation, modernization, and capacity expansion projects. Manage utilities and energy optimization initiatives.
6. Safety, Health & Environment (SHE) Ensure strict compliance with safety regulations and company standards. Promote a zero-harm workplace culture. Lead incident investigations and corrective action implementation. Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability objectives.
7. Financial & Cost Management Prepare and manage annual plant budgets. Monitor manufacturing costs and implement cost optimization initiatives. Control material consumption, scrap generation, and utility expenses. Support profitability and business growth objectives.
8. Human Resource & Industrial Relations Build and develop a high-performance workforce. Lead workforce planning, talent development, and succession planning. Maintain harmonious industrial relations. Ensure compliance with labour laws and company policies.
9. Statutory & Regulatory Compliance Ensure compliance with: Factories Act and State Factory Rules, Labour Codes and Employment Laws, Environmental Regulations, Fire and Safety Requirements, Electrical Safety Regulations, SEZ Regulations (where applicable), Corporate Governance Requirements. Liaise with government authorities, auditors, and certification agencies.
10. Customer & Stakeholder Management Act as the primary plant interface for key customers and corporate management. Support customer audits and business reviews. Ensure customer satisfaction through consistent quality and delivery performance. Coordinate with global teams, expatriates, and technical experts.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Operational
  • Production Plan Achievement (%)
  • Capacity Utilization (%)
  • Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
  • On-Time Delivery (OTD)
• Quality
  • First Pass Yield (FPY)
  • Customer Complaints
  • Rejection & Rework Rate
  • Warranty Claims
• Safety
  • Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate (LTIFR)
  • Near Miss Reporting
  • Safety Audit Scores
• Financial
  • Manufacturing Cost per Unit
  • Budget Adherence
  • Inventory Turnover
  • Productivity per Employee
• People
  • Employee Engagement
  • Attrition Rate

Qualifications and Experience

• Training Hours per Employee
• Industrial Relations Stability
• Educational Qualifications Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• Preferred Qualifications (MBA / PGDM) MBA / PGDM in Operations Management preferred.
• Experience 20-25 years of manufacturing experience. Minimum 8-10 years in senior leadership roles managing large manufacturing plants. Experience in: Wind Turbine Gearboxes, Heavy Engineering, Precision Machining, Industrial Gear Manufacturing, Renewable Energy Equipment Manufacturing.

Key Competencies

• Strategic Leadership
• Manufacturing Operations Management
• Lean & TPM Expertise
• Financial Acumen
• Supply Chain Management
• Industrial Relations
• Quality Systems
• Project Management
• Decision Making
• Change Management
• Stakeholder Management

Authority Matrix

• Approval of plant operational plans and resource allocation.
• Budget utilization within approved limits.
• Recruitment recommendations for key positions.
• Contractor and vendor performance management.
• Safety and compliance enforcement.
• Escalation and resolution of major operational issues.