- *Job Description** – Plant Head (Furniture Manufacturing)
- *Position:** Plant Head
- *Department:** Production
- *Location: Bhiwandi (Thene) Mumbai**
- *Reporting To:** Managing Director
The Plant Head will be responsible for overseeing the complete operations of the furniture manufacturing plant, including production, quality, maintenance, inventory, dispatch, safety, and manpower management. The role requires strong leadership to ensure production targets, quality standards, cost optimization, and continuous improvement initiatives are achieved. Experience in modular furniture, woodworking, panel furniture, or interior fit\-out manufacturing is preferred.
- *Key ResponsibilitiesProduction \& Operations Management**
- Lead end\-to\-end manufacturing operations including cutting, edge banding, drilling, assembly, polishing, finishing, packing, and dispatch.
- Ensure achievement of daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
- Monitor production efficiency, machine utilization, and capacity planning.
- Implement SOPs and best manufacturing practices across the plant.
- Drive productivity improvement and operational excellence.
- *Production Planning \& Coordination**
- Prepare and monitor production schedules as per customer orders and project timelines.
- Coordinate with Design, Sales, Procurement, Stores, and Installation teams.
- Ensure uninterrupted availability of raw materials and hardware.
- Monitor order progress and ensure timely deliveries.
- Ensure products meet quality standards and customer specifications.
- Minimize rejection, rework, and material wastage.
- Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
- Maintain quality records and inspection reports.
- *Maintenance \& Engineering**
- Oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance of machinery.
- Ensure optimal performance of CNC machines, panel saws, edge banders, drilling machines, and other woodworking equipment.
- Reduce machine downtime and improve equipment effectiveness.
- Lead production supervisors, engineers, machine operators, carpenters, helpers, and QC teams.
- Manage manpower planning, shift scheduling, and workforce productivity.
- Conduct performance reviews and employee training programs.
- Maintain discipline and positive industrial relations.
- *Cost Control \& Process Improvement**
- Monitor production costs, material consumption, and wastage.
- Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, TPM, and continuous improvement initiatives.
- Improve productivity, efficiency, and profitability.
- Prepare MIS reports and operational dashboards for management review.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations, factory laws, and company policies.
- Promote a safe working environment and enforce PPE usage.
- Maintain housekeeping and EHS standards throughout the plant.
- Strong knowledge of furniture manufacturing processes.
- Expertise in CNC operations, panel saws, edge banders, and woodworking machinery.
- Production planning and factory operations management.
- Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, TPM implementation.
- Leadership and team management skills.
- Cost control and process optimization.
- Problem\-solving and decision\-making ability.
- ERP and MIS reporting knowledge.
- Excellent communication and coordination skills.
- Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial Engineering, or related field.
- MBA (Operations) will be an added advantage.
- 12–20 years of experience in Furniture Manufacturing / Modular Furniture / Interior Fit\-Out Manufacturing.
- Minimum 5 years in a Plant Head, Factory Head, Production Head, or Operations Head role.
- Experience managing large manufacturing teams and high\-volume production facilities.
- *Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)**
- Production Target Achievement (%)
- On\-Time Delivery (%)
- Machine Utilization (%)
- Rejection \& Rework Rate (%)
- Production Cost per Unit
- Material Wastage (%)
- Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
- Safety Compliance \& Zero Accident Target
- Employee Productivity \& Retention
- *Candidate's can share resume on** \- 8657005459
Pay: ₹120,000\.00 \- ₹150,000\.00 per year
Benefits
- Cell phone reimbursement
- Food provided
- Provident Fund
Work Location: In person