Factory Manager – Administration & Operations
Competitive Salary
Thiruvaniyoor, Ernakulam, Kerala | Full-Time
Description
The Factory Manager – Administration & Operations will be responsible for the overall management and smooth functioning of the factory. The role includes production planning and control, maintenance coordination, administration, manpower management, statutory compliance, safety implementation, and ensuring achievement of production targets while maintaining quality standards.
Qualification
- B.Tech or Diploma in any related field.
- Minimum 5 years of
experience in factory operations, production management, maintenance, and
administration.
- Experience in manufacturing
industries is mandatory.
Key
Responsibilities
1. Factory
Operations Management
- Oversee
complete factory operations and daily plant activities.
- Ensure
smooth and uninterrupted production as per production plans.
- Monitor
productivity, efficiency, and resource utilization.
- Implement
systems and procedures for operational excellence.
2. Production
Management
- Coordinate
with production teams to achieve daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
- Monitor
production schedules and ensure timely completion.
- Identify
bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
- Improve
productivity and reduce wastage.
- Coordinate
with stores and procurement departments.
- Ensure
availability of materials required for uninterrupted production
3. Maintenance
Coordination
- Coordinate
preventive and breakdown maintenance activities.
- Ensure
proper functioning of machinery, equipment, utilities, and infrastructure.
- Liaise
with maintenance teams, vendors, and service providers.
- Maintain
machine uptime and reduce downtime.
4. Administration
& Facility Management
- Manage
factory administration and general affairs.
- Supervise
housekeeping, security, canteen, transportation, and facility management.
- Ensure
proper upkeep of factory buildings and infrastructure.
- Coordinate
procurement of administrative and maintenance requirements.
5. Manpower
Management
- Supervise
factory staff, supervisors, and workers.
- Ensure
discipline, attendance, and workforce productivity.
- Coordinate
recruitment and manpower deployment requirements.
- Conduct
performance monitoring and employee development activities.
6. Quality &
Compliance
- Ensure
adherence to quality standards and SOPs.
- Coordinate
with QA/QC teams for quality improvements.
- Ensure
compliance with statutory, labour, safety, and environmental regulations.
- Maintain
necessary records and documentation.
7. Health, Safety
& Environment
- Ensure
implementation of workplace safety practices.
- Conduct
regular safety inspections and corrective actions.
- Promote
a safe and accident-free work environment.
- Ensure
compliance with all applicable safety regulations.
8. Reporting &
Management Coordination
- Prepare
and submit operational reports to management.
- Monitor
key performance indicators (KPIs).
- Recommend
process improvements and cost-saving initiatives.
- Coordinate
with all departments to ensure smooth factory operations.
Key Skills
Required
- Factory
Operations Management
- Production
Planning & Control
- Maintenance
Coordination
- Administration
& Facility Management
- Team
Leadership & Manpower Management
- Quality
Systems & Compliance
- Problem
Solving & Decision Making
- ERP
/ Production Software Knowledge
- Strong
Communication and Leadership Skills
Preferred Candidate Profile
- Proven experience in
managing an entire manufacturing facility.
- Strong technical and
administrative capabilities.
- Ability to lead
cross-functional teams and drive operational efficiency.
- Experience in handling
production, maintenance, administration, and compliance functions
independently.
Interested candidates may send their updated CV to hr@pentaorthodontics.com or 9037631163