Plant Manager

Responsible   for leading a project-driven manufacturing setup, ensuring timely delivery of customized machines with strong adherence to production targets, turnaround time, cost, quality, and safety. The role drives operational discipline, structured review mechanisms, and accountability across the shop floor while enabling scalable manufacturing practices.

·   Production & Project Execution
Drive end-to-end execution of machine builds aligned to project timelines and customer commitments. Ensure adherence to defined build schedules for Levo models while managing customization requirements.

·   Cross-Functional Coordination
Work closely with Design, Procurement, and Planning teams to ensure seamless flow from design release to final assembly. Resolve interdependencies and eliminate execution bottlenecks.

·   Planning & Scheduling
Translate annual production targets into project-wise execution plans. Monitor milestones and ensure timely closure of each stage of production.

·   Quality Assurance
Ensure high standards of build quality and adherence to specifications. Minimize rework and ensure first-time-right execution.

·   Cost & Resource Optimization
Optimize manpower, material utilization, and overheads. Track project-level costing and drive efficiency improvements.

·   Team Leadership
Lead and develop production, assembly, and maintenance teams. Build ownership and accountability at all levels.

·   Maintenance & Infrastructure
Ensure high uptime of machines and tools through preventive maintenance. Strengthen plant infrastructure for scale-up.

·   Safety & Compliance
Drive strict adherence to safety standards and regulatory requirements. Build a zero-incident culture.

·   Process Excellence
Institutionalize SOPs, review mechanisms, and performance tracking systems. Drive continuous improvement in processes.

Qualification

·   Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Production / Industrial). MBA preferred.

Experience

·   12–18 years of experience in manufacturing operations with 5 to 7 years in leadership roles.

Competency

Key Attributes

Production & Target Management

Strong ability to drive production targets and monitor performance through structured reviews.

Project Execution & TAT Management

Ability to manage timelines and ensure on-time delivery in complex manufacturing environments.

Cost Control (BOM Adherence)

Strong financial discipline in managing BOM costs and reducing overruns.

Quality & Compliance

Deep understanding of ISO standards, SOP adherence, and audit processes.

Continuous Improvement (5S & Kaizen)

Experience in driving shop floor discipline and continuous improvement initiatives.

Problem Solving & RCA

Strong capability in root cause analysis and structured problem-solving.

Planning & Review Systems

Ability to institutionalize daily, weekly, and monthly review mechanisms.

Safety Management

Strong understanding of safety systems and risk mitigation.

Competency

Key Attributes

Ownership & Accountability

Demonstrates end-to-end ownership of plant performance, including delivery, cost, quality, and safety. Takes responsibility for outcomes, ensures closure of issues, and builds a culture where individuals are accountable for their commitments.

Execution Discipline

Drives structured execution through daily huddles, periodic reviews, and rigorous follow-ups. Ensures adherence to plans, timelines, and processes without slippages.

Leadership & Team Development

Builds, mentors, and develops strong teams with clear role clarity. Creates second-line leadership and fosters a high-performance, ownership-driven culture on the shop floor.

Problem Solving & Decision Making

Applies structured thinking to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions. Makes timely and data-driven decisions, especially under operational pressure.

Collaboration & Alignment

Works seamlessly across functions such as Design, Procurement, and Sales to ensure alignment and smooth execution. Resolves conflicts and drives collective outcomes.

Continuous Improvement Mindset

Actively drives Kaizen and improvement initiatives. Challenges inefficiencies, promotes innovation, and embeds a culture of ongoing improvement

Customer Orientation

Understands the impact of plant performance on customer experience. Takes proactive ownership of complaints, ensures RCA, and drives corrective and preventive actions.