Plant Head PVC

Profound Human Resource Development Advisors; Atarchata; On-site; INR 7,000,000 - 11,000,000; Full time

Job summary

MM Aqua Technologies Ltd is seeking a Plant Head PVC Manufacturing to lead operations for two plants in Gurgaon and Palwal. You will drive production planning, quality, safety, and efficiency while aligning with sales and project needs.

The role requires extensive experience in PVC/plastic manufacturing, strong leadership, and a track record of cost optimization and process improvements in a regulated environment.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Chemical / Polymer / Production Engineering.
• MBA in Operations or Industrial Management preferred.
• 15–20 years in manufacturing with 5–8 years in leadership.

Responsibilities

• Oversee end-to-end operations across two PVC plants (Gurgaon and Palwal).
• Drive lean manufacturing, safety, quality, and cost control.
• Lead maintenance, engineering, and process improvements.
• Ensure ISO compliance and safe, environmentally responsible practices.
• Manage procurement, inventory, and production planning to meet demand.
• Develop high-performance teams and negotiate with unions when needed.

Skills

PVC extrusion / calendaring / thermofo

Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma

Production Planning & Control

Quality Management Systems (ISO)

Plant Maintenance & Engineering

Leadership & Team Management

Cost Optimization & Process

Education

Bachelor's in Mechanical / Chemical / Polymer / Production Eng

MBA in Operations or Industrial Management

Job description

Role & responsibilities

Position: Plant Head PVC Manufacturing

Company: MM Aqua Technologies Ltd
Location: Gurgaon & Palwal, Haryana
Reporting To: Director / Managing Director
Department: Manufacturing & Operations

Role Overview

The Plant Head will be responsible for overall operational leadership of two manufacturing plants (Gurgaon and Palwal) involved in the production of PVC components used in cooling towers, water treatment systems, and environmental engineering applications.

The role requires strategic planning, operational excellence, production optimization, quality management, and cost control, while ensuring compliance with safety, environmental, and statutory regulations.

Key Responsibilities

1. Plant Operations & Production Management

• Oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations across both plants including PVC sheet production, thermoforming, and fabrication of fill media and related components.
• Ensure optimal plant capacity utilization and production planning aligned with business demand.
• Implement lean manufacturing practices to improve efficiency, productivity, and reduce waste.
• Monitor production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products to customers.

2. Strategic Planning & Operational Leadership

• Develop and execute long-term manufacturing strategies to support company growth.
• Coordinate with management to align production targets with sales and project requirements.
• Lead initiatives for automation, process optimization, and technological upgrades in PVC manufacturing.

3. Quality Assurance & Process Control

• Ensure strict adherence to quality standards and ISO compliance.
• Maintain consistent product quality for cooling tower fills, drift eliminators, tube settlers, and related PVC products.
• Implement quality improvement initiatives and root cause analysis to minimize defects and rejections.

4. Supply Chain & Inventory Management

• Coordinate with procurement and supply chain teams to ensure availability of raw materials such as PVC compounds, additives, and packaging materials.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels and production planning to prevent supply disruptions.

5. Plant Maintenance & Engineering

• Ensure preventive and predictive maintenance of machinery, equipment, and utilities.
• Oversee plant engineering activities including machinery upgrades, installation, and process improvements.
• Maintain plant infrastructure and equipment reliability.

6. Health, Safety & Environmental Compliance

• Ensure strict compliance with EHS standards and statutory regulations.
• Maintain safe working conditions across both manufacturing plants.
• Implement environmentally responsible manufacturing practices aligned with the company’s sustainability goals.

7. Team Leadership & Workforce Management

• Lead and manage production, engineering, maintenance, quality, and logistics teams across both plants.
• Develop a high-performance culture with strong focus on discipline, safety, and efficiency.
• Drive training and skill development programs for plant employees.
• Union handling & negotiations.

8. Cost Control & Financial Performance

• Monitor and control manufacturing costs, operational budgets, and plant profitability.
• Identify opportunities to reduce production costs without compromising quality.
• Improve energy efficiency and resource utilization.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production efficiency & capacity utilization
• Product quality and rejection rates
• Plant safety performance
• Manufacturing cost per unit
• On-time delivery performance
• Inventory optimization

Required Qualifications

• Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical / Chemical / Polymer / Production Engineering
• MBA in Operations or Industrial Management (preferred)

Experience

• 15–20 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in PVC, plastics, polymer processing, or industrial components manufacturing.
• Minimum 5–8 years in a leadership role managing large manufacturing plants.
• Experience managing multi-location manufacturing operations is highly preferred.

Key Skills

• PVC extrusion / calendaring / thermoforming process knowledge
• Lean Manufacturing & Six Sigma
• Production Planning & Control
• Quality Management Systems (ISO)
• Plant Maintenance & Engineering
• Leadership & Team Management
• Cost Optimization & Process Improvement