JOB DESCRIPTION
Plant Manager
Role Summary
To lead and manage the manufacturing operations of infection prevention products, ensuring efficient production, regulatory compliance, quality assurance, and continuous improvement across all plant functions.
Responsibilities:
* Plant Operations Leadership o Oversee end-to-end plant operations including production, quality, maintenance, supply chain, and EHS.
o Ensure optimal utilization of resources to meet production targets and customer demand.
- Quality & Compliance o Ensure adherence to GMP, ISO, FDA, and other relevant regulatory standards. o Collaborate with QA/QC teams to maintain high product quality and safety standards.
- People Management o Lead, mentor, and develop cross-functional teams across shifts. o Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous learning.
- Strategic Planning & Execution
- Drive operational excellence through lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, and automation initiatives.
- Develop and manage budgets, cost controls, and capital expenditure plans.
- Health, Safety & Environment (HSE) o Champion a zero-incident safety culture. o Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and sustainability goals.
- Stakeholder Collaboration
- Liaise with R&D, procurement, sales, and senior leadership to align plant goals with organizational strategy. o Support new product introductions and technology transfers.
- Vendor management o Plan, Organize, Direct and run optimum day-to-day operations to exceed internal and external, customer expectations.
- Increase production, assets capacity and flexibility while minimizing unnecessary costs and maintaining current quality standards.
- Responsible for production output, product quality and on-time shipping and allocating resources effectively and fully utilize assets to produce optimal results.
- Implement strategies in alignment with strategic initiatives and provide a clear sense of direction and focus. Monitor operations and triggers corrective actions.
- Share a trusting relationship with the workgroup and recruit, manage and develop plant staff.
- Collect and analyze data to find places of waste or overtime. o Manage plant safety programs to ensure a safe working environment.
- Stay up to date with the latest production management best practices and concepts.
- Prepare and present operational reports to senior management. collaborate with other departments to ensure seamless operations. Ensure the plant operates with budgetary constraints.
- Responsible for complete administration of the plant including attending and managing of various statutory requirements.
Requirements and Skills
- Bachelor's or master's degree in engineering, Pharmacy, or related field.
- A degree in Operations management will be an added advantage.
- Minimum 14-20 years of working experience and at least 5 years of experience in a plant leadership role.
- Experience in manufacturing of infection prevention products preferred.
- Strong knowledge of production systems, quality standards, and regulatory compliance.
- Proven success in managing cross-functional teams and driving operational excellence.
- Knowledge of ERP/ SAP systems and manufacturing analytics will be an added advantage.
- Confidentiality, discretion, and strong decision-making skills.
- Relevant soft skills like leadership, communication, organization, and critical thinking. These skills help drive team performance and align plant goals with organizational strategy.
Common goals
- Ensure compliance with manufacturing and safety standards.
- Optimize production efficiency and reduce operational costs.
- Implement continuous improvement initiatives.
- Maintain high product quality and regulatory compliance.
- Develop skills and capabilities within the plant team.
Location - Tarapur Boisar (Candidates staying from Borivali to Dahanu only)
