Head Operations

To lead and manage people, operations strategies, and key initiatives aimed at achieving production efficiency, product quality, and profitability. The role involves integrating cross-functional processes, driving manufacturing excellence, and promoting a culture of continuous improvement to meet organizational goals in safety, cost, delivery, and sustainability.

Operational Strategy and Execution

• OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) Monitoring.
• Track, analyze, and improve OEE across all production lines by minimizing equipment downtime, optimizing cycle times, and improving first-pass yield.
• Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with the business plan.
• Optimize resource allocation and team performance to meet customer expectations in terms of quantity, quality, and delivery.
• Minimize waste and inefficiencies to strengthen competitive positioning.

Production Planning Project Management & Adherence

• Evaluate feasibility of new projects; lead technical evaluations and vendor discussions.
• Plan and execute projects (e.g., boiler, cookers, ETP upgrades) within time and budget.
• Communicate project status to stakeholders.
• Develop daily, weekly, and monthly production plans. Ensure adherence to planned vs actual targets, reduce backlogs, and enhance on-time delivery rates.

Productivity & Efficiency Improvement

• Maintain and improve product efficiency through process optimization, capacity balancing, and shift-wise monitoring. Drive continuous improvement initiatives to sustain and exceed target production efficiency.

Manpower Utilization & Optimization

• Ensure optimal deployment of manpower across shifts and departments. Implement multiskilling and lean workforce strategies to enhance flexibility and reduce idle time.

Cost leadership & Management Fixed & Variable

• Monitor and control both fixed and variable costs, including raw materials, utilities, consumables, and labour. Implement cost-saving projects without compromising quality or safety.
• Identify key cost drivers and execute cost reduction strategies.
• Promote cost consciousness across teams.
• Lead cost management and review meetings.
• Regularly analyze and report manpower, material, energy, and maintenance costs. Identify deviations and execute corrective actions to maintain budget compliance and operational sustainability.

Asset and Equipment Management

• Drive preventive, predictive, and autonomous maintenance to increase machine uptime.
• Monitor and audit maintenance processes and performance.

Health, Safety, and Environment (HSSE)

• Ensure compliance with all safety laws and internal policies.
• Set and review safety targets across departments.
• Foster a safety-first culture and ensure a healthy work environment.

Sustainability and Environmental Compliance

• Lead initiatives to reduce energy and water consumption, minimize waste, and ensure regulatory compliance under ESG/BRSR frameworks. Promote sustainable operations aligned with corporate goals..
• Implement and monitor SOPs and sustainability initiatives.

MINIMUM REQUIREMENTS

Level of Education

• B.E./B. Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Experience

• Must have prior work experience across both the African and Indian regions .
• 20+ years of relevant experience in large-scale manufacturing operations, preferably in the oil refinery or edible oils and fats sector