Head of Manufacturing : Automotive / Electronics

Key Responsibilities :

• Lead the greenfield setup of manufacturing plants in 3 new locations across India
• Oversee operations of the existing large-scale manufacturing facility in Bangalore
• Provide strategic direction for all manufacturing activities, including technology deployment, plant infrastructure, operational design, and resource planning
• Establish and institutionalize world-class manufacturing practices , driving efficiency, quality, and cost optimization
• Build and lead high-performing teams; provide direction to GMs heading individual plant operations
• Develop and execute long-term capacity expansion plans aligned with business objectives
• Collaborate with global leadership, engineering, design, and supply chain functions to ensure manufacturing readiness for new product introductions
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, etc.) across all units
• Ensure compliance with global EHS standards and local statutory norms
• Prepare and manage CAPEX budgets and ensure timely execution of plant setup projects
• Report regularly to the board and investors on manufacturing KPIs and strategic milestones

Skills Required

greenfield projects, automotive manufacturing , Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma