# Job Description: Production Head
**Location:** Sangareddy – Balimpalli, Telangana
**Department:** Operations & Planning
**Employment Type:** Full-Time
**Work Schedule:** 6 Days a Week (Monday–Saturday)
**Industry:** Manufacturing / Plant Operations / Reusable Bottle Rewashing Operations
## About the Role
ABI is seeking an experienced **Production Head** to lead and drive operational excellence across production, planning, manpower management, process improvement, and cross-functional coordination. The ideal candidate will be responsible for ensuring efficient plant operations, achieving production targets, optimizing resources, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives.
This is a **full-time, on-site leadership role** requiring **daily reporting to the plant located in Sangareddy–Balimpalli, Telangana**. Candidates must be comfortable working in a manufacturing environment and managing day-to-day operations directly from the plant.
## Key Responsibilities
### Production Management
* Monitor daily production activities and ensure adherence to production plans and schedules.
* Track production targets versus actual output and analyze performance variances.
* Coordinate with Production, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth operations.
* Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, and production resources.
* Monitor production efficiency, capacity utilization, downtime, and productivity metrics.
* Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective and preventive actions.
* Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance productivity, quality, and operational efficiency.
* Ensure compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and operational standards.
* Review production reports and provide actionable insights to senior management.
### Operations Reporting & MIS
* Prepare and manage daily, weekly, and monthly MIS reports and operational dashboards.
* Develop and maintain operational KPIs and performance scorecards.
* Analyze production and operational data to support management decision-making.
* Ensure data accuracy, integrity, and timely submission of reports.
* Drive reporting automation and process improvements using Excel, Google Sheets, and BI tools.
### Manpower & Shift Management
* Monitor attendance, shift allocation, manpower deployment, and workforce productivity.
* Ensure optimum workforce utilization across all shifts.
* Coordinate with HR on manpower planning, recruitment requirements, and workforce optimization.
* Maintain discipline, safety awareness, and operational efficiency among plant personnel.
### Planning & Cross-Functional Coordination
* Coordinate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and HR teams.
* Support production planning, inventory monitoring, and resource allocation activities.
* Assist management in forecasting, capacity planning, and operational budgeting.
* Ensure alignment between production schedules and customer requirements.
### Team Management
* Lead, mentor, and develop production supervisors, MIS executives, and operational support teams.
* Establish performance goals and monitor team effectiveness.
* Ensure timely completion of assigned tasks, reporting activities, and operational objectives.
* Foster a culture of accountability, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
## Qualifications & Experience
### Education
* Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production Engineering, Electrical Engineering, or a related discipline preferred.
* MBA in Operations Management will be an added advantage.
### Experience
* Minimum 5+ years of experience in Manufacturing, Production Operations, Plant Operations, or Industrial Operations.
* Experience in reusable bottle rewashing, beverage, FMCG, packaging, or process manufacturing environments will be preferred.
* Proven experience in managing production teams and achieving operational targets.
## Required Skills
* Advanced proficiency in Microsoft Excel and Google Sheets.
* Strong understanding of production processes, plant operations, and manufacturing KPIs.
* Experience with Power BI, Tableau, or other business intelligence/reporting tools is preferred.
* Strong analytical, problem-solving, communication, and leadership skills.
* Knowledge of production planning, capacity planning, inventory management, and process optimization.
* Ability to interpret data and drive operational improvements through insights and reporting.
## Preferred Profile
* Experience working in manufacturing plants and production-driven environments.
* Exposure to production planning, capacity planning, and supply chain coordination.
* Strong focus on operational excellence, productivity improvement, and cost optimization.
* Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage multiple priorities effectively.
* Candidates residing in or willing to relocate to the Sangareddy/Balimpalli region will be preferred.
## Additional Information
* **Work Schedule:** 6 Days per Week (Monday–Saturday)
* **Work Mode:** Full-Time On-Site
* **Reporting Location:** Sangareddy – Balimpalli, Telangana
* **Daily plant presence is mandatory to oversee operations, manpower, production performance, and cross-functional coordination.**
* **Joining Preference:** Immediate Joiners Preferred
Pay: ₹50,000.00 - ₹70,000.00 per month
Work Location: In person
