Plant Head - Jaipur

Jaipur Permanent INR3,800,000 - INR4,500,000 per year View Job Description
This role leads end-to-end operations for a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility, driving production, quality, safety, and operational excellence. The position requires a seasoned manufacturing leader with strong expertise in plant management, Lean practices, and people leadership.
  • 18-25 yrs' exp. in plant leadership within hydraulics or heavy engineering
  • Proven leader driving plant operations, Lean & operational excellence

About Our Client

Our client is a leading manufacturer of hydraulic components and engineered solutions, serving customers across construction, industrial, agriculture, and off-highway equipment sectors. With advanced manufacturing facilities and a strong focus on innovation, quality, and operational excellence, the organization continues to expand its manufacturing footprint in India.

Job Description

Reporting to the Business Leadership, you will:

  • Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations for a state-of-the-art production facility.
  • Drive production performance, operational efficiency, and on-time customer delivery.
  • Oversee quality, maintenance, supply chain, EHS, and plant administration.
  • Ensure optimum capacity utilization, production planning, and resource management.
  • Champion Lean Manufacturing, continuous improvement, and cost optimization initiatives.
  • Build a strong quality culture and drive customer-focused manufacturing excellence.
  • Lead EHS initiatives and ensure compliance with statutory and corporate standards.
  • Develop and mentor high-performing leadership teams across plant functions.
  • Drive inventory optimization, budget management, and working capital efficiency.
  • Ensure compliance with quality systems, audits, and governance requirements.

The Successful Applicant

  • Holds a Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering; postgraduate qualification preferred.
  • Brings 20-25 years of manufacturing leadership experience in hydraulics, automotive, heavy engineering, or allied industries.
  • Proven track record of leading large manufacturing plants and driving operational excellence.
  • Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, quality systems, and EHS practices.
  • Demonstrates excellent leadership, stakeholder management, and cross-functional collaboration skills.
  • Comfortable working in a matrix organization with a strong customer and performance focus.

What's on Offer

  • Leadership opportunity within a recognized manufacturing organization.
  • Opportunity to lead a state-of-the-art manufacturing facility focused on operational excellence.
  • High-impact role driving manufacturing transformation, productivity, and customer satisfaction.
  • Platform for long-term leadership growth within a global engineering business.
Quote job ref
JN-072026-7059188

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Manufacturing operations
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Jaipur
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-072026-7059188

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