Production Leader FRP (Fiber-Reinforced Polymer)

Website: vandeyglobal.com
Job details:

🔧 Job Title

Production Leader / FRP Plant Manager

Location: Sanand, Gujarat

Work Mode: Work from Office

Industry: FRP / Plastics / Composites Manufacturing

🧩 Job Summary

We are seeking a hands-on Production Leader / FRP Plant Manager to lead and coordinate multiple Lamination, Filament Winding, and supporting production crews for the manufacturing of large-diameter FRP ducts, piping, and related composite components.

The role is responsible for end-to-end production operations, ensuring high-quality output, safety compliance, efficiency, and on-time delivery. The position also includes training teams, setting up work processes, and driving continuous improvement across the plant.

🏭 Key Responsibilities

1. Production Floor Management

• Plan, direct, and supervise production activities across all FRP manufacturing stages
• Coordinate lamination, winding, finishing, and support crews on the shop floor
• Ensure timely delivery of high-quality FRP products as per project schedules
• Manage ordering and availability of raw materials and consumables
• Lead, train, and supervise 40–50 production employees
• Ensure maintenance, uptime, and availability of production equipment

2. Quality Control

• Inspect finished FRP products for compliance with quality standards
• Maintain high-quality output through daily shop-floor engagement
• Monitor accuracy and consistency of each production step
• Reduce non-conformities, rework, and quality defects
• Implement and maintain quality control processes aligned with business goals

3. Safety & Compliance

• Enforce all safety policies and standard operating procedures
• Maintain a clean, safe, and hazard-free manufacturing environment
• Ensure compliance with company policies and industry regulations
• Oversee safe handling, storage, and disposal of hazardous chemicals
• Ensure emergency preparedness and safety awareness across teams

4. Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain production reports, logs, and operational documentation
• Ensure accurate and timely completion of all plant records

🎓 Qualifications & Skills

Mandatory

• 8+ years of experience in FRP manufacturing or equivalent composite/plastics industries
• 5+ years of leadership or supervisory experience in a production environment
• B.Sc. / B.E. in Mechanical or Industrial Engineering
• Strong understanding of FRP materials, processes, and manufacturing practices
• Knowledge of handling, mixing, curing, and processing composite materials
• Ability to read and interpret technical drawings, blueprints, and specifications
• Experience managing 30–40+ shop-floor employees
• Strong leadership, communication, and organizational skills
• High attention to detail with strong problem-solving abilities
• Strong focus on safety, compliance, and discipline
• No allergies to fiberglass or composite chemicals
• Willingness to work overtime when required
• Strong English communication skills – mandatory

Preferred

• Prior experience managing hazardous or high-risk industrial plants
• Experience in the plastics / composites industry relevant to FRP production
• Flexible, proactive, and hands-on leadership style
• Willingness to travel internationally for initial hands-on plant training
• Experience managing teams including piping, grinding/finishing, welding, forklift operators, and general workers

🏢 About the Company

The organization specializes in industrial air management solutions, including ventilation, cooling, heating, dust collection, and clean-air systems. Products are engineered-to-order and manufactured using a Plug & Play and off-site manufacturing (OSM) approach to improve quality, precision, and installation efficiency.

💼 What We Offer

• Competitive salary and benefits
• Opportunity to work in a technically advanced manufacturing environment
• Professional growth and leadership development

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