Chief Operating Officer

About the Role We're looking for a seasoned operations leader to head end-to-end plant and operational performance across our manufacturing locations. You'll own production, quality, maintenance, EHS, supply chain coordination, and CAPEX projects driving standardization, cost efficiency, and operational excellence across both plants.

What you'll do

Lead overall plant operations and drive production, quality & safety targets

Standardize systems and SOPs across multiple manufacturing sites

Own cost optimization, productivity and maintenance reliability

Coordinate CAPEX, expansion and new project execution

Build a strong leadership pipeline across plant teams

Present operational MIS and performance reviews to the MD

Preferred candidate profile

B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical/Chemical/Production preferred); MBA/PGDM a plus

18+ years in manufacturing/plant operations, with multi-plant leadership experience

Track record in cost reduction, productivity improvement & operational excellence

Experience in fertilizer, chemical or agrochemical manufacturing preferred

Ideal for someone who thrives on ownership, builds strong systems, and can convert strategy into results on the shop floor.