Plant Head - OSD Manufacturing

Job Summary:

The Plant Head will be responsible for the overall management and performance of Production, Packing, Engineering, Warehouse, HR, and PPIC departments. This role will oversee day-to-day operations, ensure compliance with regulatory standards, drive operational excellence, and lead cross-functional collaboration to meet organizational goals. Departmental heads will report directly to the Plant Head.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage daily operations of Production, Engineering, Warehouse, HR, and PPIC departments.
• Ensure all departments meet performance goals in quality, yield, productivity, efficiency, and OTIF (On Time In Full).
• Develop, schedule, and monitor daily and monthly production plans aligned with business targets.
• Maintain audit readiness and full compliance with GMP, 21 CFR, and other regulatory standards.
• Act as the key point of contact for regulatory and client audits.
• Lead and support cross-functional coordination to achieve production and business goals.
• Oversee and execute production and packaging operations, ensuring optimal resource utilization.
• Monitor plant performance and drive continuous process improvement in operations, hygiene, safety, and training.
• Actively participate in troubleshooting, deviation management, CAPA, risk assessments, and mitigation strategies with Quality teams.
• Coordinate and lead technology transfer projects and ensure timely completion of new initiatives.
• Champion energy conservation and sustainable practices within plant operations.
• Ensure proper documentation, QMS compliance, and ERP/SAP system usage across departments.
• Maintain and present MIS reports on monthly, quarterly, and project-specific bases.
• Ensure equipment qualifications, APQR, PV, CV, and related quality functions are properly managed.
• Promote a team-oriented culture through coaching, motivation, and morale-building to reduce attrition.
• Coordinate with Operating Managers for monthly planning and resource allocation.
• Ensure high standards of customer satisfaction and plant reliability.