Key Responsibilities

• Lead overall business operations across Marketing/CSD, PPIC, Production, Quality Control, Warehouse, Engineering, and Utility departments.
• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with company business objectives.
• Analyze Profit & Loss (P&L) performance and identify opportunities for cost reduction and profitability improvement.
• Ensure alignment between market demand, raw material availability, and production scheduling.
• Drive operational efficiency through Lean Manufacturing initiatives and continuous improvement programs.
• Oversee production performance, productivity, quality standards, and operational KPIs.
• Lead maintenance strategy including preventive and predictive maintenance programs to improve machine reliability and OEE.
• Ensure implementation of ERP systems and data-driven operational reporting.
• Drive digital transformation initiatives including Industry 4.0 technologies such as IoT and real-time production monitoring systems.
• Maintain high standards of workplace safety, compliance, and operational discipline.
• Lead and manage a workforce of over 500 employees.
• Build strong coordination between executive leadership and operational teams.

Requirements

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Electrical Engineering, Operations Management, or related field.
• Master’s degree (MBA or Operations Management) is preferred.

Experience

• Minimum 10–15 years of professional experience in manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 5–8 years of experience in senior management roles.
• Proven experience managing large-scale manufacturing operations.
• Strong track record in operational transformation and change management.
• Experience in paper manufacturing, packaging, chemicals, FMCG, or similar industries is highly preferred.
• Experience handling export markets or multinational manufacturing environments is an advantage.

Technical Competencies

• Strong knowledge of Lean Manufacturing (Kaizen, QCC, 5S, Six Sigma).
• Understanding of global quality standards such as ISO 9001, SQP, or IATF.
• Strong knowledge of maintenance management including OEE, preventive maintenance, and predictive maintenance.
• Proficient in ERP systems such as SAP, Oracle, or similar platforms.
• Strong analytical and operational reporting capabilities.

Leadership Competencies

• Strong decision-making skills under high-pressure situations.
• Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills (5 Why, Fishbone Analysis).
• Strong leadership and team management capabilities.
• Excellent communication skills across all organizational levels.

Preferred Certifications

• APICS Certification (CPIM/CSCP)
• Lean Six Sigma Green Belt / Black Belt
• Lead Auditor Certification
• Occupational Health & Safety Certification