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The role\nis responsible for translating business plans into operational execution by\noptimizing processes, improving productivity, ensuring equipment reliability,\nand maintaining inventory accuracy. Working closely with Sales, Procurement,\nand Finance, the role ensures timely production, optimal stock levels, and\ncontinuous improvement of operational performance while building a disciplined,\nhigh-performing factory team.\nDUTIES & RESPONSIBILITIES:\nProduction\n& Manufacturing Leadership\nLead production planning and execution to meet volume, quality, and cost\ntargets.\nEnsure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials.\nDrive adherence to production schedules\naligned to sales forecasts.\nImplement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.\nEngineering\n& Maintenance Management\nOversee preventive and corrective maintenance programs.\nEnsure high equipment reliability and minimal downtime.\nDrive continuous improvement in plant efficiency and energy usage.\nLead capex planning and implementation of plant upgrades.\nInventory\n& Warehouse Management\nEnsure accurate inventory control for raw materials, WIP, and finished goods.\nOversee warehousing operations including storage, handling, and dispatch.\nMaintain optimal stock levels aligned to production and sales needs.\nImplement systems to minimize losses, expiries, and stock variances.\n4.\nSupply Chain & Cross-Functional Alignment\nCollaborate with Procurement for timely availability of raw materials.\nAlign with Sales on demand forecasts and production planning.\nWork with Finance on cost control, budgeting, and reporting\nSupport\nnew product development through efficient plant readiness.\nCost &\nOperational Efficiency Management\nDrive cost optimization across production, utilities, and logistics.\nMonitor and control manufacturing costs vs. budget.\nIdentify and implement efficiency improvement initiatives.\nQuality,\nSafety & Compliance\nEnsure adherence to product quality standards and specifications.\nImplement and enforce health, safety, and environmental (HSE) standards.\nMaintain compliance with regulatory and internal policies.\nTeam\nLeadership & 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