Plant Head - CRGO

lant Head – CRGO Steel Manufacturing

Vilas Transcore Limited is seeking a highly experienced and strategic Plant Head to take complete operational and technical charge of our CRGO (Cold Rolled Grain Oriented) Steel processing facility in Vadodara . This senior leadership role is crucial for maximizing performance across quality, safety, cost, and output.

Job Location Vadodara, Gujarat Reports To Managing Director (MD) Experience Required

10+ years of progressive operational leadership experience, specifically in

CRGO steel processing / manufacturing

Job Summary

We require a seasoned and results-driven leader to manage the entire operations of our CRGO processing plant. The ideal candidate must possess deep technical knowledge of CRGO production processes and a proven track record in plant leadership. You will be responsible for driving efficiency, maintaining international quality standards for magnetic properties, and fostering a culture of safety and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

The Plant Head will have P&L accountability for the plant and direct all operational and strategic activities :

• Operations & Production Management
• Lead and manage all core plant operations, including cold rolling, annealing, decarburizing, tension leveling, coating, and slitting.
• Ensure the achievement of stringent production targets by optimizing efficiency, minimizing waste, and maximizing yield and capacity utilization.
• Guarantee On-Time Delivery (OTD) performance to meet customer and sales requirements.
• Quality Assurance & Improvement
• Ensure strict adherence to all internal and international quality standards, including ISO 9001 and IEC 60404.
• Expertly monitor and continuously improve the critical magnetic properties (e.g., core loss, permeability) of finished CRGO sheets.
• Systematically reduce non-conformances, rework, and customer complaints through root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Maintenance, Safety, and Reliability
• Oversee comprehensive preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance schedules for critical heavy equipment (rolling mills, annealing lines, furnaces, etc.).
• Drive equipment reliability and implement strategies to drastically reduce unplanned downtimes.
• Ensure a safe, compliant work environment, promote a zero-incident culture, and lead safety audits and emergency preparedness efforts.
• Cost Control & Efficiency
• Manage and optimize all plant operating costs, including raw material usage, energy consumption, and overheads.
• Lead the implementation of lean manufacturing initiatives (e.g., 5S, Kaizen, TPM) to drive sustained operational excellence.
• People Leadership & Strategic Planning
• Lead, train, mentor, and motivate cross-functional teams across production, maintenance, quality, and logistics.
• Collaborate with the Managing Director on long-term capacity planning, CAPEX projects, and technological upgrades.
• Identify process improvements, automation opportunities, and emerging technologies to enhance competitive advantage.
• Reporting & Compliance
• Generate accurate daily, weekly, and monthly performance reports and KPI dashboards for senior management.
• Ensure complete compliance with all statutory, regulatory, and environmental requirements.

Key Skills and Competencies

Skills : operations,management,manufacturing,maintenance,leadership,drive,processing,annealing,steel

Skills Required

Leadership, Steel, Manufacturing, Maintenance, annealing , Drive, Operations Management, Processing