Chief Operating Officer - Steel Plant

Job Title: Chief Operating Officer (COO) Steel Plant(Long Product/Hot Rolling Mill)

Location: Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India

Reporting To: Managing Director / CEO

Industry: Steel / Metals / Manufacturing

Experience: 20+ years in the steel industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role

Education: B.Tech / B.E. in Metallurgy / Mechanical / Production; MBA preferred

Job Purpose:

Key Responsibilities:

Strategic Leadership

- Provide leadership across manufacturing, engineering, quality control, supply chain, and maintenance functions.

- Participate in long-term strategic planning with the executive team.

Plant Operations

- Oversee day-to-day operations including melting, rolling, finishing, and dispatch.

- Monitor KPIs to assess plant performance and identify improvement areas.

Production & Quality

- Drive implementation of modern manufacturing practices such as TPM, Lean, Six Sigma.

- Reduce wastage and improve process reliability.

People Management

- Foster a culture of accountability, safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.

- Handle union matters (if applicable) and ensure healthy IR climate.

Compliance & Safety

- Promote a strong EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) culture.

Cost & Efficiency

- Improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and reduce downtime.

Technology & Innovation

- Lead digital transformation initiatives in operations.

External Coordination

- Support business development in terms of capacity enhancement or new product lines.

Desired Candidate Profile:

- Strong understanding of steel manufacturing processes (BOF, EAF, Hot rolling mills, etc.).

- Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.

- Experience in driving operational excellence and organizational transformation.

- Exposure to P&L responsibility and strategic planning.

Compensation: