Illusion Dental Lab - Manager - Plant Operations

Department: Operations / Manufacturing

Location: Mira Road

Employment Type: Full-time

Job Summary:

We are seeking a highly experienced and proactive Plant Operations Manager to lead and oversee day-to-day operations at our manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will be responsible for managing production, ensuring quality compliance, optimizing resources, driving safety standards, and leading cross-functional teams to achieve operational excellence in alignment with business goals.

Key Responsibilities:

Plant Operations Management

- Oversee daily plant operations across production, quality, maintenance, and supply chain functions

- Ensure achievement of production targets, delivery schedules, and cost-efficiency goals

- Monitor and improve productivity, utilization, and process adherence

Production Planning & Control

- Coordinate with planning, procurement, and logistics teams to align production schedules with demand forecasts

- Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machines, and materials to maximize output and minimize waste

- Drive process improvement initiatives using Lean, Six Sigma, and 5S methodologies

Maintenance & Equipment Management

- Work closely with the maintenance team to ensure equipment uptime, preventive maintenance, and asset longevity

- Minimize breakdowns and disruptions through effective maintenance planning

Quality & Compliance

- Ensure adherence to quality systems, including ISO 13485, GMP, and regulatory standards

- Address non-conformities, implement CAPA, and support internal/external audits.

People Leadership & Team Development

- Manage a team of line supervisors, engineers, and plant staff

- Promote a culture of ownership, safety, discipline, and continuous improvement

- Identify training needs and foster skill development within the team

Health, Safety & Environment (HSE)

- Ensure plant safety policies and statutory HSE compliance

- Conduct safety drills, audits, and incident investigations

Reporting & MIS

- Generate and review daily/monthly operations reports, identify deviations, and implement corrective actions

- Present operational performance dashboards to senior leadership

Key Skills & Competencies:

- In-depth knowledge of plant operations, production workflows, and quality standards

- Strong leadership and team management abilities

- Analytical and process improvement mindset

- Good working knowledge of ERP systems, SAP, or manufacturing software

- Excellent communication, coordination, and decision-making skills

Educational Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering (Mechanical / Industrial / Production / Electrical)

- MBA in Operations Management is a plus

- Certifications in Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma / TPM preferred