Plant operations manager-Manufacturing and Facilities
JOB DESCRIPTION Plant Operations Manager – Manufacturing & Facilities Khopoli Manufacturing Facility | Valvan Soenen India Pvt. Ltd. Location Khopoli, Maharashtra, India – On-site Employment Full-time CTC Up to ₹12 Lakhs per Annum, depending on experience and suitability Reporting To General Manager / Management Joining Immediate / Short notice preferred Travel / Working Pattern Primarily site-based near Khopoli; occasional weekend attendance may be required based on plant/project requirements 1. Role Purpose We are looking for a hands-on Plant Operations Manager to lead the setup, commissioning and day-to-day management of our Khopoli manufacturing facility. The role will cover factory readiness, utilities, statutory compliance, HSE, contractors, manufacturing operations, maintenance, logistics, stores, manpower, facilities, security and site administration. 2. Role Evolution Phase Primary Focus Expected Ownership Construction / Pre-commissioning Factory readiness, infrastructure, utilities, contractors, statutory requirements Ensure site is ready for safe and timely operations Commissioning Equipment installation, utilities, safety systems, manpower and operating processes Coordinate transition from project to operational plant Initial Operations Manufacturing coordination, maintenance, HSE, logistics, stores and facilities Establish stable and disciplined plant operations Scale-up Productivity, manpower, production planning, cost control and continuous improvement Build scalable operating systems Future Broader plant leadership responsibility Potential progression toward Plant Operations Head / Plant Head 3. Key Responsibilities 3.1 Plant Operations & Manufacturing Own daily plant operations and ensure safe, disciplined and efficient functioning. Plan and supervise manufacturing, manpower, machines, materials and production priorities. Monitor productivity, downtime, bottlenecks and recurring operational issues. Establish basic SOPs, work instructions, production controls, 5S and housekeeping discipline. Coordinate with Engineering, Projects, Procurement, Quality, Sales and Management for execution. 3.2 Factory Construction, Commissioning & Readiness Coordinate civil, PEB, electrical, mechanical and other contractors during factory development. Track site progress, delays, defects, incomplete works and commissioning actions. Ensure readiness of utilities, plant equipment, fire systems, lighting, drainage and support infrastructure. Support equipment installation, testing, handover and transition to operational manufacturing. 3.3 Maintenance & Utilities Set up preventive and corrective maintenance systems for equipment, buildingand utilities. Coordinate breakdown response, maintenance schedules, service records and AMC/CMC documentation. Monitor utility consumption, critical spares and cost/reliability improvement opportunities. 3.4 HSE, Fire & Workplace Safety Own site-level HSE implementation and compliance with statutory and company safety standards. Conduct workplace and contractor safety inspections and ensure PPE, signage and emergency readiness. Maintain safety records, incident actions and promote a safety-first culture. 3.5 Statutory Compliance & Government Liaison Act as site contact for government departments, statutory authorities and external agencies. Coordinate licences, renewals, inspections, approvals and statutory submissions. Maintain compliance calendar, records and closure of inspection observations. Fluent Marathi is essential for local liaison and communication. 3.6 Manpower, Contractors & Workforce Coordinate manpower requirements with Management and HR. Supervise operators, technicians, support staff and contract labour. Manage contractor attendance, discipline, safety, productivity and compliance. 3.7 Logistics, Stores & Material Movement Coordinate domestic and international movement of machines, equipment, components and materials. Manage site logistics, loading/unloading, vehicle movement and material handling. Support stores, inventory records, receipts, issues and safe material storage. 3.8 Facilities, Security & Site Administration Manage site services including power, water, sanitation, housekeeping, security and canteen arrangements. Oversee security, visitor management, access control, CCTV and emergency arrangements. Ensure the facility remains clean, functional and visitor-ready. 3.9 Vendor & Cost Management Identify, evaluate and manage local vendors and service providers. Support quotations, negotiations, service agreements and AMC/CMC tracking. Monitor vendor performance, expenses and safe cost-reduction opportunities. 3.10 Reporting & Management Coordination Provide regular reports on plant readiness, production, maintenance, HSE, compliance, manpower, logistics, facilities and costs. Maintain action trackers and escalate critical safety, legal, operational or infrastructure issues. Act as the central coordination point for day-to-day site operational matters. 4. Candidate Profile Essential Qualifications & Experience Diploma/Degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Production, Industrial Engineering, Facility Management or related discipline. 8–10 years’ relevant experience in manufacturing, plant operations, facilities, maintenance or site administration. Practical exposure to contractors, statutory authorities, HSE and industrial compliance. Fluent Marathi and good written/spoken English are mandatory. Ability to work independently in a developing factory environment and take ownership of site-level issues. Preferred Experience MNC/international company experience. Experience in machine manufacturing, industrial equipment, fabrication or engineering manufacturing. Exposure to new factory setup, commissioning, PEB factories, utilities, 5S/Lean/Kaizen. Knowledge of contract labour, vendors, ERP/digital reporting, stores, inventory and logistics. 5. Critical Competencies Competency Requirement What We Expect Manufacturing / Plant Operations Mandatory Understands shop-floor operations and can manage day-to-day plant activity. Marathi Mandatory Fluent communication with local workforce, contractors and authorities. English Mandatory Can communicate and report effectively to management and international stakeholders. Statutory / Government Liaison Mandatory Can independently coordinate with local authorities and manage compliance matters. HSE / Safety Mandatory Understands industrial safety and can enforce site standards. Contractor Management Mandatory Can manage multiple contractors and ensure delivery, discipline and safety. Hands-on Approach Mandatory Willing to personally inspect, troubleshoot and resolve site issues. MNC Experience Strong Preference Comfortable with professional systems, reporting and compliance expectations. Factory Commissioning Strong Preference Experience taking a new or upgraded facility into operation.Technical Engineering Exposure Preferred Can understand electrical, mechanical, civil and utility issues sufficiently to coordinate solutions. 6. Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate is a practical industrial operations professional who can bridge manufacturing, facilities, maintenance, HSE, statutory compliance and site administration. The role is intended to develop into a broader Plant Operations leadership position as the Khopoli manufacturing operation grows. 7. First 6–12 Month Priorities Complete site readiness and close construction/infrastructure actions. Ensure utilities, safety systems and essential services are operational. Establish compliance, maintenance, housekeeping, security and emergency systems. Support equipment installation, commissioning and operational handover. Start manufacturing operations, basic reporting, 5S and disciplined site operations. Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year Work Location: In person
Наблюдалась 2026-09-15, впервые 2026-09-07, источник — Indeed.