Plant Head/Manager

Minimac Systems Pvt. Ltd.; Chakan; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Minimac Systems Pvt. Ltd. in Chakan, near Pune, seeks a Plant Head/Manager to lead production planning, scheduling, and delivery.

You will drive Lean manufacturing, optimize resource use, and mentor supervisors to achieve quality targets with strong safety governance. The role requires 8–10 years in manufacturing, including at least 3 years in a leadership role, and hands-on experience with heavy machinery and related sectors.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing or related field.
• 8–10 years in manufacturing/production with 3+ years in leadership.
• Hands-on experience with Heavy machinery, Oil & Gas, Power, Auto components.

Responsibilities

• Production Planning and Management: Develop and implement production schedules to meet objectives and optimize resources.
• Operational Excellence: Monitor processes for efficiency and quality, implement lean initiatives.
• Team Leadership: Lead, mentor, and manage production supervisors and staff.
• Quality Control: Ensure adherence to quality standards and collaborate with QA to maintain certifications.
• Health and Safety: Enforce safety regulations and conduct audits and training.
• Budget and Cost Control: Manage budgets, control costs, minimize wastage.
• Stakeholder Collaboration: Work with supply chain, procurement, and maintenance.
• Reporting and Analytics: Prepare reports on production metrics and use data to drive decisions.
• Cost Estimation: Analyze requirements and prepare cost estimates, review specs and budgets.
• Collaboration and Coordination: Align designs and budgets with project managers and vendors.
• Project Analysis and Feasibility: Conduct feasibility studies and risk mitigation.
• Optimization and Value Engineering: Propose cost-saving alternatives.

Skills

Leadership

Budgeting

Data analytics

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field

Tools

Heavy Machinery

Oil & Gas

Power

Auto Component

Job description

Job Position : Plant Head/ Manager

Location : Chakan, Pune.

Reporting To : CEO

Company: Minimac Systems Pvt Ltd

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Planning and Management:

• Develop and implement production schedules to meet company objectives.
• Ensure optimal utilization of resources, including manpower, materials, and equipment.

2. Operational Excellence:

• Monitor and evaluate production processes for efficiency and compliance with quality standards.
• Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.

3. Team Leadership:

• Lead, mentor, and manage a team of production supervisors and staff.
• Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and safety.

4. Quality Control:

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and resolve any production quality issues.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to maintain certifications and standards.

5. Health and Safety:

• Maintain a safe working environment by enforcing safety regulations and protocols.
• Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions.

6. Budget and Cost Control:

• Manage production budgets, control costs, and minimize wastage.
• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality or timelines.

7. Stakeholder Collaboration:

• Work closely with supply chain, procurement, and maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Liaise with senior management to align production goals with company strategy.

8. Reporting and Analytics:

• Prepare and present regular reports on production metrics, challenges, and achievements.
• Use data analysis to inform decision-making and optimize processes.

9. Cost Estimation:

• Analyze project requirements and prepare comprehensive cost estimates, including material, labor, and overhead costs.
• Review blueprints, technical documents, and specifications to calculate accurate costs.
• Develop cost breakdowns, proposals, and budgets for approval.

10. Collaboration and Coordination:

• Work closely with project managers, procurement teams, and other stakeholders to ensure alignment of designs and budgets.
• Collaborate with suppliers and vendors to obtain competitive pricing for materials and services.

11. Project Analysis and Feasibility:

• Conduct feasibility studies to determine project viability and cost-effectiveness.
• Evaluate potential risks and recommend mitigation strategies.

12. Optimization and Value Engineering:

• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising design quality or functionality.
• Propose alternative materials, designs, or processes to optimize project outcomes.

Qualifications and Skills:

• Education: Bachelors degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field.
• Experience:
  • Minimum of 8-10 years of experience in manufacturing/production roles, with at least 3 years in a leadership position.
  • Hands-on experience with [ Heavy Machinary, Oil & Gas, Power, Auto Componant].