Factory Manager (PSS07065)

Job Title: Factory Head

Location: Goa

About the client: PSS has been mandated to hire a Factory Head for a leading manufacturer of corrugated boxes, paper bags, disposables for Horeca and QSR, and operates from 5 manufacturing units.

Job Purpose:

The Factory Manager will be responsible for the overall operations that include primary management of the Production and Maintenance function of the plant and matrix management of Factory unit-based functions like Logistics, Quality, EHS, Finance, and HR & IR. This role provides Technical and Operational leadership to run the Factory unit in an efficient and compliant manner.

Key Responsibilities:

• Budgeting, Productivity & Yield management
• Develop and manage budgets for the factory unit operations
• Oversee the entire production process from raw material intake to finished product packaging
• Develop and implement production plans to ensure optimal output while maintaining quality standards
• Monitor production schedules, machine efficiency, and production costs as per targets

Maintenance and Safety

• Oversee maintenance schedules for machinery and equipment to ensure smooth operations
• Liaise with procurement on opex-related purchases on maintenance and upgrade projects
• Oversee safety protocols and procedures to create a safe working environment

Continuous Improvement

• Identify areas for process optimization and improvement in efficiency
• Implement best practices and innovative techniques to enhance production processes
• Identify opportunities for cost savings without compromising quality and productivity

Quality Control

• Implement and enforce quality control measures at various stages of the operations value chain to maintain product quality
• Ensure adherence to regulatory standards and certifications related to food safety and quality, site leadership & culture building
• Proactively engage with cross-functional teams (Logistics, Quality, EHS, HR, Finance) to ensure the desired level of requirement planning and preparedness to manage the overall site operational volume
• Build a high-performance culture at the site through structured reviews and feedback mechanisms
• Collaborate with cross-functional team members from Logistics, Quality, HSE, Finance, and HR and provide site-level Leadership and Performance Management on Key & Priority areas
• Provide guidance, training, and support to enhance team performance and productivity on operational routines.

Educational Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Production or, Industrial , Packaging and Printing Engineering stream.
• At least 10 years in a similar managerial role.
• Age preferred is 40 to 50 years.
• Exposure to the management of complex Industrial Relations and external stakeholders
• Ability to engage with and lead a diverse pool of skilled professionals, technicians, workers, and outsourced service providers
• Leadership style that demonstrates a high level of situational awareness and adaptability
• Demonstrates ability to develop and manage a high-performance team and work culture

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