Itco Industries Limited
Website:
itcoindia.com
Job details:
JOB DESCRIPTION – Manufacturing Head (SHOOLAGIRI PLANT)
Position Title: Manufacturing Head
Location: Shoolagiri Plant
Reporting To: General Manager / Director
Experience Required: 13–15 years
Industry Background: Manufacturing (Mandatory)
About ITCO
ITCO is a trusted global partner to leading cable manufacturers, offering innovative, reliable, and cost-effective solutions known for their quality and performance. Our diversified product portfolio includes:
- Glass Fiber & Aramid Reinforcement Products
- Nonwoven Fabric & Water Blocking Tapes
- Coated Yarns for Cables
- Specialty Compounds for Insulation and Protection
Role Purpose
The Plant Head will be responsible for end-to-end management of the Shoolagiri manufacturing plant, ensuring operational excellence, quality assurance, cost efficiency, safety compliance, and people leadership across multiple product lines.
Key Responsibilities
Plant Operations & Manufacturing Excellence
- Lead overall plant operations including production, maintenance, quality, EHS, stores, and dispatch
- Ensure achievement of production targets, efficiency, yield, and delivery commitments
- Drive process optimization, capacity utilization, and continuous improvement initiatives
- Oversee smooth manufacturing of all product categories handled at the plant
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure strict adherence to quality standards, customer specifications, and audit requirements
- Drive zero-defect culture and continuous quality improvement
- Ensure compliance with ISO, customer audits, statutory, and regulatory requirements
EHS (Environment, Health & Safety)
- Promote a strong safety-first culture
- Ensure compliance with statutory EHS norms and company safety policies
- Drive initiatives to achieve zero accidents and safe working practices
Cost, Productivity & Budget Control
- Monitor and control manufacturing costs, wastage, and inventory
- Prepare and manage plant budgets and cost-reduction initiatives
- Improve productivity through Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma practices
People Leadership & HR Coordination
- Lead, mentor, and develop plant leadership team and workforce
- Foster a culture of discipline, accountability, engagement, and performance
- Coordinate with HR on manpower planning, training, performance management, and employee relations
Customer & Stakeholder Management
- Support customer interactions related to plant visits, audits, and technical discussions
- Coordinate with R&D, Supply Chain, Sales, and Corporate teams to meet business goals
- Act as a key interface between plant operations and senior management
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong leadership and decision-making capability
- In-depth knowledge of manufacturing operations and plant management
- Exposure to multi-product manufacturing environments
- Sound understanding of EHS, Quality Systems (ISO 9001,14001,45001) and Compliance
- Excellent problem-solving, analytical, and communication skills
- Experience in Lean Manufacturing / Kaizen / Continuous Improvement preferred
Educational Qualification
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering / Technology (Mechanical / Electrical / Production / Chemical preferred)
- Postgraduate qualifications in Operations / Management will be an added advantage
Experience Requirement
- 12–15 years of overall experience in manufacturing
- Minimum 5–7 years in a senior plant leadership role
- Experience handling complex manufacturing operations with multiple product lines is highly desirable
What ITCO Offers
- Opportunity to lead a strategic manufacturing facility
- Exposure to global customers and advanced product applications
- Performance-driven culture with scope for long-term growth
How to Apply:
Submit your resume and cover letter to michael.a@itcoindia.com with the subject line “Manufacturing Head Application – ITCO Industries Limited.” Or apply through the Career portal https://hr-1.in/3c2665 -Manufacturing Head (JO27).
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