Job Description

Job Summary
The Plant Manager will be responsible for end-to-end plant operations of the steel drums manufacturing unit, ensuring safe, efficient, and cost-effective production while maintaining high standards of quality, compliance, and delivery timelines.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
Plan, organize, and control daily production activities for steel drums (tight head, open head, conical drums, etc.)
Ensure achievement of production targets with optimal utilization of manpower, machines, and materials
Monitor production KPIs such as output, efficiency, scrap, downtime, and OEE
Quality Management
Ensure compliance with IS / UN / ISO / customer-specific quality standards
Implement and monitor quality control processes at all stages of manufacturing
Handle customer audits, quality complaints, and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Maintenance & Engineering
Oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance of:
Drum forming machines
Welding machines
Seaming, flanging, testing & painting lines
Ensure high machine availability and minimal downtime
Safety, Health & Environment (SHE)
Ensure strict adherence to safety standards, statutory norms, and environmental regulations
Conduct regular safety audits, training, and risk assessments
Promote a strong safety culture across the plant
Cost Control & Productivity
Control manufacturing costs including raw material, utilities, consumables, and labor
Implement continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen, 5S)
Reduce scrap, rework, and wastage
People Management
Lead and manage production, maintenance, quality, and support teams
Workforce planning, training, performance management, and discipline
Foster teamwork and employee engagement
Compliance & Documentation
Ensure compliance with factory laws, labor laws, pollution control norms, and statutory requirements
Maintain proper production, quality, and maintenance documentation
Coordination & Reporting
Coordinate with procurement, logistics, sales, and corporate teams
Prepare MIS reports on production, quality, safety, and costs
Support new product development and process improvements
Education & Experience
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Production / Metallurgical Engineering
10-15 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in steel drums / metal packaging / steel fabrication
At least 5 years in a leadership role handling full plant operations

Skills Required