Description:

Job Title: Plant Head Solapur Manufacturing Facility.

Location: Solapur, Maharashtra.

Department: Operations / Manufacturing.

Reporting To: Operations Head.

Brief Job Description:

- The Plant Head will be responsible for leading end-to-end factory operations at Thermaxs Solapur plant, with a focus on achieving operational efficiency , Monthly outputs , ensuring statutory and regulatory compliance, fostering a culture of safety and quality, and driving continuous improvement.

- The role demands strong leadership in production, maintenance, HR/ER, supply chain coordination, quality assurance, and administration.

Key Roles & Responsibilities:

Plant Operations Management:

- Oversee daily manufacturing activities to ensure Monthly outputs in line with the Business planning ,timely delivery, quality output, and cost control.

- Lead production planning, execution, stores & inventory management and monitoring in alignment with sales forecasts and customer orders.

- Ensure machine uptime, process reliability, and throughput maximization through effective maintenance coordination.

Administration & Compliance:

- Implement company policies, SOPs, and statutory rules across all functional areas.

- Handle factory licensing, labor laws, EHS regulations, and other government compliances.

- Conduct periodic audits (internal & external) for process and statutory adherence.

Industrial Relations & Workforce Management:

- Lead harmonious industrial relations (IR) with union and non-union workforce.

- Address grievances, disciplinary matters, and ensure workforce motivation and productivity.

- Coordinate with HR for recruitment, training, performance evaluation, and legal compliance.

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE):

- Drive a zero-accident culture; ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and safety norms.

- Conduct safety drills, toolbox talks, and enforce use of PPE and safe work practices.

Continuous Improvement & Digitization:

- Drive lean initiatives, Kaizens, TQM, TCM, TPM, and 5S to improve productivity and efficiency.

- Support digitization of plant operations, asset tracking, energy monitoring, and data-driven decisions.

Stakeholder Coordination:

- Liaison with supply chain, sales, project management, quality, commercial and finance teams for smooth plant operations.

- Host customer visits, audits, and ensure factory readiness to meet client-specific requirements.

Asset & Inventory Management:

- Manage assets, maintenance schedules, spares planning, and disposal as per company guidelines.

- Ensure accurate stock levels and efficient utilization of materials and consumables.

- Responsible for overall inventory management including raw materials, WIP, finished goods, consumables, and spares, ensuring optimal stock levels, minimum working capital, and alignment with production schedules.

- Should be able to operate ERP-based material control and support SCM in improving inventory turnover ratio.

Reporting & Documentation:

- Prepare and present daily/weekly/monthly MIS reports to management.

- Maintain accurate documentation of production, maintenance, safety incidents, and legal compliances.

Desired Profile & Skills:

Education: B.E/ B.Tech in Mechanical/Electrical/Production or related field; MBA/PGDM preferred.

Experience: 15 TO 20 years, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role in plant/factory operations.

Knowledge Areas:

- Factory Act, Labour Laws, and Environmental Regulations.

- ISO, TPM, TCM, TQM, Lean Manufacturing.

- Budgeting, Cost Control, and CAPEX Planning.

Technical Skills: Knowledge of manufacturing and plant maintenance; Proficiency in MS Office, ERP/SAP, CMMS tools.

Leadership Attributes:

- Strong decision-making and problem-solving skills.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal abilities.

- Ability to build teams and drive performance.

- Crisis management and conflict resolution capability.