About the Role:

We are looking for an experienced and dynamic Head of Production to lead end-to-end manufacturing operations for our Solar Inverter Division. The incumbent will be responsible for driving operational excellence, ensuring world-class quality standards, optimizing manufacturing processes, and scaling production capacity to support business growth.

This is a strategic leadership role for professionals with extensive experience in power electronics manufacturing, particularly Solar Inverters, UPS systems, or EV Chargers.

Key Responsibilities:

Manufacturing Operations Leadership:

- Lead and manage overall production activities to achieve daily, monthly, and annual manufacturing targets.

- Ensure adherence to production schedules, safety norms, and delivery commitments.

- Establish, implement, and continuously improve Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) across assembly, testing, and packaging functions.

- Oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance to ensure maximum equipment uptime and operational efficiency.

Quality & Compliance Management:

- Drive robust quality assurance systems to achieve high product reliability and zero-defect manufacturing.

- Ensure compliance with industry standards and certifications including ISO 9001, BIS, IEC, CE, and other applicable regulations.

- Collaborate with R&D, Engineering, and Quality teams to enhance product performance through continuous improvement initiatives.

Process Excellence & Automation:

- Lead Lean Manufacturing initiatives such as Six Sigma, Kaizen, TPM, and 5S to improve productivity and reduce operational costs.

- Implement Industry 4.0 practices, automation initiatives, and digital manufacturing solutions.

- Work closely with Engineering and IT teams to integrate ERP systems and real-time production monitoring tools.

- Drive continuous improvement in SMT, PCBA assembly, testing, and final product manufacturing processes.

Supply Chain & Cost Management:

- Coordinate with Procurement and Supply Chain teams to ensure timely availability of critical electronic components and materials.

- Optimize Bill of Materials (BOM) management and inventory utilization.

- Manage departmental budgets, improve labor productivity, and reduce Cost of Poor Quality (COPQ).

Team Leadership & Development:

- Lead, mentor, and develop a high-performing team of production engineers, technicians, supervisors, and shop-floor personnel.

- Foster a culture of accountability, safety, innovation, and operational excellence.

- Drive employee engagement, skill development, and succession planning initiatives.

Desired Candidate Profile:

Educational Qualification:

- B.E./B.Tech in Electrical Engineering, Electronics Engineering, Mechatronics, or related discipline.

- M.Tech or MBA in Operations, Manufacturing, or Supply Chain Management will be an added advantage.

Experience:

- 15+ years of experience in electronics manufacturing.

- Minimum 5 years of experience in a senior production leadership role.

- Strong experience in manufacturing of:

1. Solar Inverters (String/Central Inverters)

2. UPS Systems

3. EV Chargers

4. Other Power Electronics Products

Technical Expertise:

- Strong understanding of power electronics, inverter architecture, thermal management, and power conversion systems.

- Hands-on exposure to SMT production lines and automated PCBA testing processes.

- Experience with ERP systems such as Microsoft Dynamics 365, SAP, or similar manufacturing platforms.

- Knowledge of international manufacturing standards, quality systems, and certifications.

Key Competencies:

- Strategic leadership and decision-making skills.

- Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.

- Excellent stakeholder management and communication skills.

- Ability to lead teams in a fast-paced, growth-oriented manufacturing environment.

Why Join Us:

- Opportunity to lead a high-growth manufacturing division in the renewable energy sector.

- Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies and Industry 4.0 initiatives.

- Strategic leadership role with significant impact on business growth and operational excellence.