Job Title: Plant Head
Department: Production
Location: Bhiwandi (Thane)
Reporting To: Managing Director
Working Days: Mon – Sat.
Job Summary
We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Plant Head to oversee complete furniture manufacturing operations. The candidate will be responsible for production planning, quality control, factory operations, manpower management, maintenance, safety, and dispatch. continuous process improvement. The ideal candidate should have strong experience in modular
furniture, woodworking, panel furniture, or interior manufacturing industries.
Key Responsibilities
Production Operations Management
- Manage end-to-end plant operations including production, assembly, finishing, packing, and dispatch.
- Ensure daily, weekly, and monthly production targets are achieved.
- Monitor CNC cutting, edge banding, drilling, lamination, assembly, polishing, and finishing processes.
- Improve productivity, machine utilization, and operational efficiency.
- Implement SOPs and manufacturing best practices.
Production Planning Coordination
- Prepare production schedules as per project timelines and client requirements.
- Coordinate with Design, Sales, Procurement, and Installation teams.
- Ensure timely availability of raw materials, hardware, laminates, and accessories.
- Monitor production progress and ensure on-time delivery.
Quality Control
- Ensure finished products meet company quality standards and design specifications.
- Reduce rejection, rework, and material wastage.
- Conduct root cause analysis for production or quality issues.
- Maintain quality documentation and inspection reports.
Team Management
- Lead production supervisors, machine operators, carpenters, helpers, and QC teams.
- Handle manpower planning, shift management, and performance monitoring.
- Train employees on productivity, safety, and quality standards.
- Maintain discipline and smooth factory operations.
Maintenance & Safety
- Ensure preventive maintenance of machinery and equipment.
- Minimize machine breakdowns and downtime.
- Maintain workplace safety, housekeeping, and factory compliance.
- Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to safety procedures.
Cost Control & Process Improvement
- Monitor production cost, wastage, and material consumption.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Improve efficiency, output, and profitability.
- Prepare MIS reports and operational performance reports for management.
Required Skills
- Strong knowledge of modular furniture manufacturing processes
- Experience with CNC machines, panel saws, edge banders, and woodworking machinery
- Production planning & factory operations management
- Leadership and team handling skills
- Cost control and process optimization
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability
- Good communication and coordination skills
Qualification
Diploma / BE / B. Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial Engineering, or related field
Experience
15–20 years in furniture manufacturing / modular furniture industry
Minimum 5 years in a senior factory or plant management role preferred
Preferred Industry: Modular Furniture/Interior Fit-Out Manufacturing/Woodworking / Panel
Furniture Kitchen & Wardrobe Manufacturing
