General Manager Operations

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Greeting from Sharppoint HR Cosnulting!!

Position Title: General Manager Operations
Experience Required: 18 -25 years in Operations / Manufacturing
Qualifications: BE in Mechanical / Equivalent
Reporting To: Deputy MD
Location:  Mahad, Raigad, Maharashtra, India
Department: Operations

About DuFlon

DuFlon, a leading Indian MNC in Fluoropolymers & Elastomers, operates manufacturing facilities across three continents and exports to over 25 countries. We foster a diverse, inclusive, and values-driven workplace where employees are empowered to reach their full potential. Join us to contribute to a culture of passion, creativity, and excellence. DuFlon is an equal opportunity employer committed to fostering an inclusive environment for all.

Principle Accountability:

Manage complete plant operations including production, quality management and on-time deliveries. Manage capacity utilization and achieve targeted growth and gross profitability

Key Responsibilities Areas

1. Plant Performance

• Evolve plant performance metrics to measure performance and drive improvements
• Measure capacity utilization and manpower utilization to achieve optimization
• Identify improvement opportunities including automation projects
• Drive and execute improvement projects efficiently within cost and time budgets

2. People Performance

• Evolve and adopt smart metrics to measure and monitor people’s performance
• Drive performance culture and reinforce ownership and accountability
• Define roles accurately and drive accountability within plant operations
• Review people’s performance for both efficiency and effectiveness

1. Quality of Products and Services
• Adopt measures and processes to achieve desired quality levels for products and services delivered to customers
• Drive delivery standards, processes and ensure adherence
• Implement quality control mechanisms and continuous improvement initiatives
2. Plant Machinery and Equipment
• Manage machine utilization standards and metrics
• Improve machine uptime and reduce breakdown rates
• Enhance machine productivity and people productivity
• Plan preventive maintenance schedules and ensure timely execution
3. On-Time Delivery (OTD)
• Manage production planning and delivery schedules
• Achieve and improve OTD targets
• Train people to achieve and improve OTD performance
• Identify gaps and implement solutions to address bottlenecks affecting OTD
4. Interface with Sales
• Work closely with sales teams to ensure highest capacity utilization and OTD
• Manage customer requirements, audits and customer visits to increase share from existing customers and win new customers.
5. Vendor Management
• Develop and maintain relationships with key vendors and suppliers
• Evaluate vendor performance on quality, delivery and cost parameters
• Negotiate contracts and ensure compliance with agreed terms
• Identify and onboard new vendors to support business growth.
6. Interface with Supply Chain Teams
• Coordinate with supply chain for timely availability of raw materials and components
• Align production schedules with inventory levels and procurement cycles
• Collaborate on demand forecasting and production planning
• Address supply-related bottlenecks impacting production
7. People Management and Employee Development
• Lead, mentor and develop plant operations team
• Conduct performance appraisals and provide constructive feedback
• Identify training needs and facilitate skill development programs
• Foster a positive work environment and employee engagement
8. Cost Control and Profitability Improvement
• Monitor and control operational costs including materials, labor and overheads
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and implement efficiency measures
• Drive waste reduction and resource optimization initiatives
• Contribute to achieving gross profitability targets
9. Production Processes and Technology Upgradation
• Evaluate existing production processes and identify areas for improvement
• Research and recommend new technologies and best practices
• Lead implementation of process improvements and technology upgrades
• Ensure smooth transition during technology adoption with minimal disruption

Skills Required

• Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and plant processes
• Knowledge of lean manufacturing and process improvement tools
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Project management and execution capability
• Cross-functional coordination and stakeholder management
• Ability to handle escalations and take quick decisions
• Strong communication and reporting skills
• High ownership and accountability mindset
• Ability to work closely with leadership and drive execution.

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VaishaliTalent Acquisition Executive Sharp Point HR Consulting 
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