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Site/Cluster Head- Automotive/Consumer Electronics- Delhi-NCR

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As the Site Head, spearhead the entire operational setup and scale‑up of the new manufacturing site (includes multiple manufacturing plants) - including production strategy,process establishment,ensuring seamless ramp‑up of a high‑volume Electronics Product oriented manufacturing lineTake ownership of building a Cluster with multiple plants with state-of-the-art technology and scalable manufacturing architecture.
  • Leadership Role which requires the Site Head to manage multiple Plant Heads
  • Site Head position in a Niche Electronics Driven Manufacturing space

About Our Client

  • Our client is a Multi-Billion Indian Firm within the Industrial/Manufacturing setup with its head-office in Delhi-NCR and multiple manufacturing sites across the country. They are known for their innovation driven cutting edge manufacturing processes



Job Description

As the Site Head, you will spearhead the entire operational setup and scale‑up of the new manufacturing Site - including production strategy, process establishment, operational governance, workforce planning, and ensuring seamless ramp‑up of a high‑volume electronics line.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead end‑to‑end plant operations - production, process setup, quality, engineering, supply chain coordination, and operational KPIs.
  • Oversee establishment of the greenfield unit, ensuring timely commissioning, line balancing, and capacity planning.
  • Build strong manufacturing processes aligned to high‑volume automotive/electronics standards.
  • Drive performance around throughput, cost efficiency, OEE, manpower productivity, and safety.
  • Manage a diverse workforce across blue‑ and white‑collar, including seasonal scaling aligned to fluctuating customer demand.
  • Implement strong financial controls with deep focus on costing, budgeting etc
  • Promote digital and automated manufacturing practices, including MES adoption and integration of automation technologies.



The Successful Applicant

A successful Site Head should have:

  • 15-25 Years of overall experience in Manufacturing/Operations with at-least 5+ of experience in Multi- Plant Operations with a M.Tech/B.E/B.Tech in Mechanical/Electronics/Electrical Engineering
  • Proven experience in the Automotive OEM/Electronic Auto Component/Consumer Electronics Manufacturing/EMS manufacturing industry.
  • Strong knowledge of Production Processes and Plant Operations.
  • Excellent leadership and Team Management skills.
  • Experience managing large operational teams, including shop-floor workforce and technical staff.
  • Ability to navigate seasonal manpower fluctuations and optimise labour productivity.
  • Exposure to automation, Industry 4.0 practices, and MES systems is preferred.
  • Keeping abreast with evolving automotive and electronics technologies will be an advantage.
  • Familiarity with safety and quality standards in manufacturing.
  • Ability to analyse data and make informed decisions.
  • Effective communication and problem-solving abilities.



What's on Offer

  • Leadership Role
  • Exposure to advanced manufacturing technologies
  • Market Leading Compensation



Quote job ref
JN-032026-6960939

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Manufacturing operations
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
India
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-032026-6960939

Diversity & Inclusion at Michael Page

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