Plant Head-PVC/CPVC pipes

The Plant Head will be responsible for the overall operations of the plant, including P&L management, production, quality, maintenance, tool & mould, HR, dispatch, store & warehouse, MIS, administration, SAP, OPEX, continuous improvement, and lean manufacturing. The ideal candidate is a data-driven operational leader with strong administrative capabilities and a proven ability to manage large-scale manufacturing.

Key Responsibilities:

• Production & Operational Efficiency

  • Lead and optimize daily production operations across extrusion, mixing/compounding, and roto moulding to maximize output and minimize downtime.
  • Ensure strict adherence to production schedules while maintaining quality and cost targets.
  • Implement lean manufacturing principles, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement strategies to enhance production efficiency and reduce waste.
  • Drive OEE improvement and ensure maximum machine utilization.
  • Oversee production planning and resource allocation to meet business objectives and market demand.

  Quality, Maintenance & Tool Management

  • Enforce stringent quality control measures to ensure product consistency and compliance with industry standards.
  • Oversee preventive and predictive maintenance programs to minimize breakdowns and enhance equipment life.
  • Manage tool & mould operations, ensuring precision, durability, and optimal performance.

  Store, Warehouse & Dispatch

  • Ensure effective raw material and finished goods inventory management to support uninterrupted production.
  • Streamline warehouse and dispatch operations for timely and efficient supply chain execution.

  Financial & Data-Driven Decision Making

  • Take full P&L ownership, driving cost efficiency and profitability.
  • Utilize MIS & SAP for real-time production monitoring, decision-making, and operational insights.
  • Implement Operational Excellence initiatives to optimize plant-wide cost efficiency.

• Leadership & Administration

  • Lead and develop cross-functional teams, ensuring a high-performance culture.
  • Drive safety, compliance, and workforce productivity to enhance operational excellence.
  • Foster collaboration across production, maintenance, quality, and logistics teams for seamless plant operations.

Key Requirements:

• Strong leadership skills with a track record of running large-scale manufacturing units.
• Data-oriented approach – ability to analyze numbers and drive decisions based on data.
• Excellent administrative and operational acumen.
• Experience in managing extrusion and injection moulding processes.
• Proficiency in MIS and SAP to streamline operations and improve decision-making.
• Expertise in Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• 18+ years of experience in plant operations, preferably in a high-revenue manufacturing setup.