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JOB PURPOSEPlan, organize and control plant operations for the assigned plant to deliver on the production, quality cost and delivery (PQCD) targets and ensure safety and morale of the team; Drive improvement projects and cost saving initiatives; Monitor budget and target achievement; Review metrics to ensure achievement of set production objectives for PBT, Quality, NPD, inventory turnover, customer PPM, MPC, etc.PRINCIPAL ACCOUNTABILITIESProduction Planning & Budgeting- Lead the budgeting exercise for the plant based on sales plan shared by BD including aspects of fixed/ variable parts planning, expenses, EBIDTA etc.; Ensure alignment of fixed and variable costs with larger management direction; Adjust budget planning through the year based on volume changes - Lead monthly, weekly and shift planning for plant production and achieve alignment with targets set for sales, variable cost, fixed cost, etc.; Oversee and align sales planning, capacity planning and manpower allocation - For production planning, based on customer indents direct PPC and MP&L including manpower, scheduling, resources, etc. - Lead daily production morning meetings with all plant department heads to track the actual vs. daily target achievement; Interpret and provide course correction inputs on the variance / non achievementReview & Operations Management- Review daily operations through key parameters such as OEE, Fixed cost, variable cost and losses impacting the PnL; Monitor issues causing losses such as inefficiencies, material non-availability, manpower, etc. Ensure efficiency, profitability and cost stability; Identify and expedite areas of improvement - On a daily basis, determine dispatch quantities and review reports for commodity failed to dispatch based on overall monthly target bifurcated by product categories and quantities - Prepare plans and anticipate manpower requirements to ensure adequacy of manpower for production; Ensure compliance and compatibility with union; Lead execution of contracts such as labour, housekeeping, wage settlement, etc. finalized by corporate HR, BU HR, ER, etc. - Step in to resolve issues and concerns related to manpower, material, capacity constraints, material mix, etc. - In case of manpower crunches, work with agencies to ensure adequate manpower supply - Ensure all statutory compliances are met for the plant across quality, safety, HR, etc.Improvement Projects- Define and lead projects to control costs and improve efficiency such as value engineering, reduction of non-value added activities, energy saving, tool line enhancement, etc. - Direct project planning and execution for continuous improvement projects, review and add to projects on monthly basis and validate cost savings with support of BU FinanceMaterial and Supply Chain management- Engage with suppliers to understand issues causing quality / capacity issues and inability to meet commitments - Use market survey, inputs from customers/ suppliers and own network to identify alternate suppliers where suppliers’ issues persist; Undertake audit and submit report to seek quality approval and corporate approval (cost, SOB, etc.)NPD and Manufacturing Engineering- Ensure smooth and timely new product launches, drive and resolve issues to manage delays / setbacks - Direct team for improvement in manufacturing engineering, such as improvements in cycle time, clubbing of stage and layoutsCustomer management & Quality management- Engage with customers regarding sales volumes, SOPs, PPM, customer audits, new product launches, etc.; Understand and interpret customer specific grievances and open points to meet and satisfy them adequately - Drive in-depth analysis of quality measures and standards to determine appropriate preventive actions; Review faulty tree analysis, fish bone analysis, simulations, etc. to determine action steps; Guide team and make recommendations related to automations, improved resource planning, anticipation of supplier issues, quality check issues, etc.Team development- Participate in recruitment process to identify the right talent across positions within the team - Establish individual performance expectations and regularly review individual performance of the team - Identify and create development opportunities for team members to enhance functional knowledge - Plan for second line development and scale up, provide additional responsibilities for team from time to timeQUALIFICATIONMinimum QualificationBachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering / Chem Technology – Paint Technology (B.Tech Chemical Tech-Paints preferred)WORK EXPERIENCE- Minimum 15-20 years of experience - In-depth knowledge of advance Paint Technology and automotive painting processes - Experience of production management of Two- Wheeler Paint Shop is preferred - Knowledge of robotic painting process for ABS & Sheet metal components is a must - Knowledge of P & L concepts of Paint Shop will be added advantage.