Talent Quotient Partners is seeking a results-driven, growth-oriented Vice President - Operations for a leading specialty manufacturer of precision electronic relay components, to lead and drive their 100% export-oriented, high-end precision manufacturing operations

Key Responsibilities:

1. Global Customer Interaction:

- Act as the primary operations interface for strategic customers from the USA and Europe.

- Conduct operational reviews, ensure continuous improvement initiatives align with customer expectations and strengthen long-term partnerships.

2. Manufacturing & Plant Operations Leadership:

- Provide strategic and operational leadership across all manufacturing units, with strong exposure to electronics / PCB / electrical / technical manufacturing environments.

- Oversee end-to-end production operations, including production planning, PPC, scheduling, capacity planning, inventory control, and resource allocation.

3. Operational Excellence & Process Improvement

- Lead continuous improvement initiatives focused on cost optimization, productivity enhancement, waste reduction, and cycle-time improvement.

- Drive implementation of Value Engineering, MOST, Time & Motion Studies, OEE calculation, PQCDSM frameworks, and best-in-class manufacturing practices.

- Champion Industry 4.0 initiatives, including digitization, automation, AI, IoT, and smart factory concepts.

4. Quality Assurance & Manufacturing Best Practices:

- Lead implementation and sustenance of TPM, Kaizen, Kanban, 5S, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma methodologies.

- Drive a strong culture of right-first-time, zero-defect manufacturing, and continuous quality improvement across operations.

6. People Leadership & Organizational Development:

- Build a performance-driven, accountable, and collaborative culture aligned with organizational values.

- Drive leadership development, succession planning, and workforce capability enhancement within operations.

7. Health, Safety & Sustainability:

- Ensure strict adherence to EHS standards, safety protocols, and statutory requirements.

- Promote a safe, secure, and compliant work environment across all facilities.

8. Compliance & Certifications:

- Ensure compliance and hands-on exposure to IATF 16949:2016 and ISO 9001 quality management systems.

- Work closely with audits, certifications, and continuous compliance improvement initiatives.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

1) 22-25 years of progressive leadership experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in PCBs / electronics / electrical manufacturing.

2) Strong background in plant management, PPC, large-team leadership, and multi-location operations.

3) Proven experience in digitization, automation, AI, IoT, and smart manufacturing initiatives.

4) Highly data-driven, innovative, and execution-focused leader.

5) Excellent communication skills in English, Hindi, and Marathi.