General Manager / Operations Director

Job Role : General Manager Operations Experience : 18 to 25 years Location : Ludhiana Company Profile : We are a leading manufacturer of cycle tyres and tubes with a modern factory at Ludhiana. Our focus is on high-quality, premium products for developed export markets while also being a trusted supplier to major OEMs across India. Key Responsibilities : Lead end-to-end factory operations including production, quality, maintenance, planning, supply chain, and EHS. Drive manufacturing excellence through Lean, TPM, and automation initiatives. Ensure compliance with OEM requirements, global quality standards, and export market regulations. Collaborate with R&D and marketing for new product industrialisation and process optimisation. Oversee manpower planning, training, and development to build a high-performance operations team. Ensure adherence to statutory, labour, environmental, and sustainability norms (SMETA, SEDEX, FSC / EUDR). Monitor KPIs such as OEE, scrap reduction, cost per ton, energy efficiency, and report directly to top management. Candidate Profile : Experience : 18–25 years, with at least 10+ years in the tyre industry (bicycle, motorcycle, automotive tyres or tubes) Proven track record of managing operations in a modern manufacturing facility. Strong exposure to OEM supplies, quality systems (IATF 16949 / ISO 9001), and export market compliance. Hands-on knowledge of tyre / tube manufacturing processes : mixing, calendaring, extrusion, curing, finishing. Demonstrated achievements in process improvement, cost optimisation, and team leadership. Education : B.E. / Production / Rubber Technology. Certifications in Lean, Six Sigma, or TPM will be an advantage. If interested share your CV at