Job Description: Plant Head
Company: Elevate Parking Systems LLP
Department: Operations & Manufacturing
Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer (COO) / Director of Operations
Location: Bhandarli Village, Panvel-Shil Road, Near Uttar Siv Naka, Kalyan Phata, Shil
Elevate Parking Systems LLP is a premier provider of innovative, technologically advanced automated and semi-automated parking solutions. We are dedicated to manufacturing high-quality, reliable, and cutting-edge parking systems. We are seeking a highly experienced and strategic Plant Head to take complete operational and P&L ownership of our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will be a visionary leader capable of driving operational excellence, efficiency, quality, and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Strategic Leadership & P&L Management
- Full accountability for plant operations and financial performance, including budget management, cost control, capital expenditure planning, and ensuring profitability (P&L responsibility).
- Develop and implement long-term manufacturing strategies that align with the company's overall business goals, focusing on capacity expansion, technology upgrades, and process optimization.
- Drive initiatives for continuous improvement across all aspects of the plant using methodologies such as Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, and 5S.
Production & Operational Excellence
- Oversee all manufacturing processes, including steel fabrication, welding, assembly, quality control, maintenance, and logistics for complex electro-mechanical parking systems.
- Ensure production schedules are met efficiently, on time, and within budget while maintaining the highest quality standards (Zero Defect target).
- Implement and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) for productivity, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), cycle time, scrap reduction, and inventory accuracy.
- Manage the supply chain, coordinating closely with procurement and vendors to ensure timely delivery of high-quality raw materials and components.
Quality, Health, Safety, and Environment (QHSE)
- Champion a best-in-class safety culture across the plant, ensuring strict compliance with all local, state, and national QHSE regulations.
- Oversee the implementation and maintenance of robust Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001).
- Ensure that all manufactured products adhere strictly to technical specifications, engineering drawings, and quality control procedures established for parking systems.
Team Management & Development
- Lead, mentor, and motivate a large, multi-disciplinary team encompassing production, engineering, maintenance, and quality departments.
- Foster a collaborative, disciplined, and high-performance work environment.
- Oversee workforce planning, including recruitment, training, performance appraisals, and employee relations.
- Manage industrial relations and liaise with relevant government and regulatory bodies as required.
Required Qualifications and Skills
- Education: Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (BE-Mec.). A Master's degree or management qualification is a significant advantage.
- Experience: Minimum of 10+ years of progressive experience in manufacturing/operations, with at least 5 years in a Head/General Manager role specially in STEEL FABRICATION INDUSTRY taking full P&L and operational responsibility for a mid-to-large-sized plant. Experience implementation of ERP.
- Industry Background: Strong experience in the manufacturing of Steel Fabrication Industry heavy engineering.
- Technical Expertise: Deep knowledge of modern manufacturing techniques, welding, precision machining, Steel metal fabrication, painting processes, and electro-mechanical assembly. Proven experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles.
- Leadership & Management: Exceptional leadership skills with a proven ability to manage large teams, drive change, and achieve demanding production targets.
- Communication: Excellent verbal and written communication skills, with the ability to report clearly to top management and effectively manage employee and vendor relationships.
- Location: Must be willing to relocate to or commute daily to the plant location [Village Bhandarli, Mumbra – Panvel Road, Shil].
Pay: ₹566,884.60 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year
Work Location: In person
