PRODUCTION HEAD FOR STEEL INDUSTRY - SIMGA, CHHATTISGARH

JobItUs; Mungeli; On-site; INR 2,200,000 - 3,000,000; Full time

Job summary

JobItUs is seeking a Production Head to lead strategic manufacturing initiatives, optimize capacity, and drive long-term performance across multi-plant environments. You will align production with business goals, oversee budgets, and champion continuous improvement in quality and safety.

The role requires 8+ years of leadership in manufacturing, expertise in ERP/MRP, lean methodologies, and strong people management skills to build a high-performance culture.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical, Industrial, Production, or Process Engineering or related field.
• 8+ years of progressive leadership in manufacturing/production settings.
• Deep expertise in production planning, lean methodologies, and quality frameworks.

Responsibilities

• Strategic planning: develop multi-year production strategies and capacity roadmaps.
• Budget & cost management: oversee budgets and drive cost-reduction initiatives.
• Quality & compliance: enforce QA standards and regulatory compliance.
• Leadership & team development: mentor senior managers and supervisors.
• Cross-functional collaboration: align with Supply Chain, Engineering, Sales, and Quality Assurance.
• Performance & data analysis: track KPIs like OEE, yield, downtime, productivity.
• Continuous improvement: champion Lean, Six Sigma, automation, and workflow optimization.

Skills

Strategic planning

Cross-functional leadership

ERP/MRP systems

Lean Six Sigma

Quality management

Data analysis

People leadership

Education

Engineering degree (Bachelors/Masters)

Tools

ERP/MRP tools

Job description

Production Head (also known as Head of Production)

provides strategic leadership and high-level management for an organization's manufacturing, operational, or production facilities, bridging executive strategy with plant-floor execution

Job Title

Production Head / Head of Production

Role Overview

The Production Head directs all production operations, resource planning, and quality control systems to ensure output targets are met safely, efficiently, and within budget. Unlike a tactical Production Manager who handles day-to-day shift oversight, the Production Head focuses on long-term capacity planning, strategic budgeting, inter-departmental alignment, and process innovation.

Key Responsibilities

• Strategic Planning: Develop and execute multi-year production strategies, capacity expansions, and operational roadmaps aligned with company business goals.
• Budget & Cost Management: Oversee departmental capital and operating budgets, control manufacturing costs, and drive continuous cost-reduction initiatives.
• Quality & Compliance: Enforce strict quality assurance standards and ensure complete compliance with local, national, and industry-specific health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Leadership & Team Development: Mentor and evaluate senior production managers, plant engineers, and supervisors; build a high-performance culture across the workforce.
• Cross-Functional Collaboration: Partner with Supply Chain, Procurement, Engineering, Sales, and Quality Assurance to synchronize material flow, delivery schedules, and product design updates.
• Performance & Data Analysis: Track Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), yield rates, downtime, and labor productivity, reporting progress to executive leadership.
• Continuous Improvement: Champion Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, automation, and workflow optimization programs to eliminate waste and maximize output.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education: Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Production, or Process Engineering, or a related field (Business Administration/Operations Management).
• Experience: 8+ years of progressive leadership experience in a manufacturing, industrial, or production environment, including multi-plant or senior management roles.
• Technical Knowledge: Deep expertise in production planning, ERP/MRP systems, lean methodologies, and quality management frameworks (e.g., ISO, Six Sigma).
• Core Competencies: Strong strategic foresight, financial acumen, crisis management, exceptional cross-functional communication, and people leadership