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General Manager - Manufacturing | Solar Cell or Module

Bangalore Urban Permanent INR6,500,000 - INR7,500,000 per year View Job Description
As a Gm-Module Manufacturing in Bengaluru, you will look after module manufacturing work within the Renewable sector. You will keep production activities organised and help deliver modules that meet business needs.
  • Only candidates with manufacturing exp. in Solar Cell/Module mfg. apply
  • Should have led large-scale cell/module production with atleast 18 yrs of exp

About Our Client

Our client is an established player in India's solar manufacturing industry, with 10 GW of installed manufacturing capacity across multiple locations. With plans to scale capacity to 15 GW and expand upstream into ingot manufacturing over the next few years, the company is focused on advanced technologies, operational excellence and high-quality manufacturing.

Job Description

  • Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations across Solar PV Cell or Module production, ensuring production targets, capacity utilization, yield, quality and on-time delivery.
  • Drive production planning, shop-floor execution and process optimization to improve OEE, line efficiency, material utilization and manufacturing productivity.
  • Establish robust quality systems and process controls, driving defect reduction, root-cause analysis, rework reduction and compliance with applicable IEC, BIS, ISO and customer standards.
  • Lead maintenance and engineering teams to improve equipment availability, reliability, preventive maintenance and automation.
  • Drive manufacturing cost optimization through Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma and continuous improvement initiatives.
  • Build and develop high-performing production, quality, maintenance and engineering teams, establishing clear KPIs and a culture of accountability.
  • Lead new production line installations, commissioning, capacity enhancement and ramp-up initiatives, ensuring targeted yield, quality and productivity.



The Successful Applicant

The ideal candidate will hold a Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Industrial, Production Engineering or a related discipline, with 18+ years of manufacturing experience and substantial experience in Solar PV Cell or Module Manufacturing. Candidates should have a proven track record of leading large-scale, high-volume manufacturing operations, with strong exposure to production planning, process engineering, quality, maintenance, cost optimization and people management. Experience in automated manufacturing lines, line commissioning and ramp-up, solar technologies such as TOPCon, HJT or PERC, and continuous improvement methodologies will be advantageous. The candidate should combine strategic decision-making with hands-on shop-floor leadership and strong ownership of safety, quality, productivity and operational performance.

What's on Offer

Opportunity to lead large-scale solar manufacturing operations within a growing renewable energy business.

Quote job ref
JN-102026-7128355

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Manufacturing operations
What is your area of specialisation?
Energy & Natural Resources
Location
Bangalore Urban
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-102026-7128355

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