About the role
Job Title: Plant Head / Factory Head
Location: Dhulagarh, Howrah, West Bengal
Company: Leading Electrical hardware Manufacturing Company
CTC: Based on experience
Experience Required: 15+ years in Production & Plant Operations
Education: B.E./B.Tech in Electrical / Mechanical or related disciplines
Job Summary:
We are seeking a highly experienced Plant Head / Factory Head to lead and manage overall
plant operations at our Dhulagarh facility. The ideal candidate should come from the
electrical hardware manufacturing industry with strong expertise in managing 100cr+
production unit-production management, TPM, vendor coordination, and industrial relations.
The role requires effective leadership in handling trade unions, administration, local
government authorities, and end-to-end production planning from raw material to final product
dispatch.
Key Responsibilities:
Production & Operations:
Oversee end-to-end production processes, from raw material procurement to final product
delivery.
Ensure adherence to production schedules, quality targets, and on-time dispatches.
Implement best practices in shop floor management, resource utilization, and cost control.
Drive zero-defect manufacturing, zero breakdown targets, and 6 Sigma practices.
Ensure maintenance of ISO standards, TPM, 5S, and other quality systems.
Plant Management:
Lead all plant functions including production, quality, maintenance, stores, logistics, and EHS.
Implement robust systems to monitor KPIs, OEE, and plant productivity.
Manage cross-functional teams to align with organizational goals and continuous improvement.
Manpower & Union Handling:
Effectively manage shop floor workforce, contract labor, and staff employees.
Handle industrial relations, trade unions, and maintain harmony across all levels.
Address grievances and promote a safe and compliant work environment.
Administration & Compliance:
Manage interactions with local government authorities, pollution boards, legal, safety & labor
departments.
Ensure statutory compliance related to factory acts, labor laws, and environmental norms.
Vendor & Hardware Product Management:
Coordinate with hardware vendors and suppliers for procurement and quality assurance.
Monitor vendor performance and ensure timely availability of components.
Key Skills & Experience:
Minimum 15 years of experience in electrical hardware manufacturing company
Proven experience in managing 100cr+ plant unit independently.
Strong knowledge of TPM, 6 Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, ISO & Quality Systems.
Exposure to hardware production processes and component integration.
Sound knowledge of production planning, process control, and cost management.
Ability to manage large teams, unions, contractors, and drive a performance culture.
Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.
Job Type: Full-time, On-site
Reporting To: Director