Plant Operation Head (building material)

POSITION OVERVIEW

Vetra is looking for an experienced and responsible Production Manager to oversee day-to-day factory operations and ensure smooth execution of production activities. The candidate will be responsible for managing production planning, quality standards, material coordination, team management, and operational efficiency within the manufacturing unit.

The ideal candidate should have strong leadership skills, production management experience, and the ability to maintain timelines and quality standards in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

ROLE AND RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage daily production activities and ensure smooth factory operations. 
• Ensure orders are completed on time as per production schedules. 
• Maintain product quality standards and reduce rework or defects. 
• Coordinate with procurement and warehouse teams for material availability. 
• Monitor machinery and ensure regular maintenance for smooth functioning. 
• Improve production efficiency and reduce material wastage. 
• Maintain accurate production and inventory reports. 
• Coordinate with internal departments for smooth workflow and issue resolution. 
• Ensure workplace discipline, safety, and compliance standards are followed. 
• Suggest and implement process improvements to enhance productivity.

SKILLS & REQUIREMENTS

• 3–5 years of experience in production (indoor )or factory operations. 
• Strong understanding of manufacturing and production processes. 
• Good knowledge of inventory management and quality control. 
• Ability to manage teams, timelines, and factory operations effectively. 
• Strong problem-solving and coordination skills. 
• Good communication and reporting abilities. 
• Proficiency in MS Excel and operational reporting preferred. 
• Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

PREFERRED QUALIFICATIONS 

• Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Production, Manufacturing, Operations, Mechanical, or related field. 
• Prior experience in furniture manufacturing, outdoor furniture, interiors, or related industry preferred.

WHY JOIN VETRA 

• Opportunity to work with a fast-growing luxury outdoor furniture brand. 
• Exposure to premium residential and hospitality projects. 
• Collaborative and growth-oriented work environment. 
• Opportunity to contribute directly to operational excellence and factory growth.

Hiring: Operations Manager – GV India

Location: Hyderabad, India | On-site

Experience: 12+ Years

Reporting To: CEO

We are looking for a highly disciplined and execution-focused Operations Manager to lead the India office and oversee the day-to-day functioning of multiple departments.

The ideal candidate should have strong experience in operations leadership, cross-functional team management, project execution, process discipline, and global stakeholder coordination.

Key Responsibilities

• Oversee day-to-day operations across all departments

• Manage department leads across Design, Procurement, Project Management, Finance Coordination, and Admin/Support

• Set priorities, monitor deliverables, and ensure timely execution

• Hold teams accountable for deadlines, quality, productivity, and responsiveness

• Act as the primary escalation point for operational issues

• Resolve cross-functional conflicts and remove execution bottlenecks

• Reallocate resources based on workload and business priorities

• Drive collaboration between Design, Procurement, and Project Management teams

• Ensure smooth alignment between design, costing, and execution

• Enforce SOPs, workflows, documentation, reporting, and process standards

• Coordinate effectively with USA/Canada teams and ensure global directives are executed in India

• Monitor team productivity, identify inefficiencies, and improve operational performance

• Ensure proper usage of ERP, tracking systems, Google Drive, and internal processes

• Provide regular updates to the CEO on progress, risks, delays, and operational issues

• Oversee administrative and support functions

• Validate reported progress against actual execution

• Track dependencies, pending approvals, and inputs required from global teams

• Maintain structured reporting and provide actionable insights to management

Required Experience & Skills

• 12+ years of experience in Operations, Project Management, or leadership roles

• Proven experience managing multi-department teams

• Experience working with global teams preferred

• Background in design, manufacturing, or procurement is an advantage

• Strong leadership and accountability

• Excellent communication and problem-solving skills

• High attention to detail and process discipline

• Strong ability to manage multiple priorities

• Strong ownership and execution mindset

• Ability to bring structure and clarity to complex environments

• Comfortable working in a fast-paced, global environment

What We’re Looking For

We are looking for a leader who is execution-driven, process-oriented, accountable, and comfortable managing multiple functions simultaneously.

The candidate should be capable of acting as the central point of execution between the India team and global leadership, ensuring that priorities are translated into structured and timely outcomes.

Location: Hyderabad

Role Overview

Responsible for managing shift-level production operations, manpower and machine utilization, and coordinating with support functions to meet daily production targets.

Key Responsibilities

Manage and supervise shift-wise production operations.

Ensure achievement of daily and weekly production targets.

Optimize manpower allocation across production lines.

Monitor machine utilization and coordinate to minimize downtime.

Ensure in-process quality compliance during production.

Coordinate with Maintenance and Quality teams to resolve operational issues.

Monitor production output and maintain workflow efficiency.

Prepare shift-wise production reports and handover reports.

Ensure smooth shift handover and communication between teams.

Maintain discipline, productivity, and adherence to production processes.

WE ARE HIRING: SUPERVISOR – PRODUCTION

Location: Noida

Employment Type: Full-Time

Department: Production

Qualification: Diploma / B.E. – Plastic / Mechanical

Experience: 5–8 Years

Shift: 12 Hours

Role Overview

We are looking for experienced Production Supervisors to manage shift-level production operations, manpower deployment, machine utilization, and daily production targets.

Key Responsibilities

Manage shift-wise production operations and achieve daily/weekly production targets.

Plan and optimize manpower allocation across production lines.

Monitor machine utilization and minimize downtime.

Ensure in-process quality compliance.

Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality and other support functions.

Monitor shop-floor activities and resolve production issues.

Prepare shift production and handover reports.

Ensure adherence to safety and production procedures.

Preferred Industry and Product Experience

Candidates should have experience in engineering or plastic products, preferably in:

Plastic Caps and Closures

Pharma Packaging and Pharma Products

Lubricant and Oil Caps

Remote Controls and Electronic Housings

Power Banks

Soundbars

Injection Moulded and Engineering Plastic Components

Candidate Profile

5–8 years of relevant production experience.

Diploma / B.E. in Plastic or Mechanical Engineering.

Strong experience in shop-floor and shift production management.

Hands-on experience in manpower handling and machine utilization.

Good coordination with Quality and Maintenance teams.

Comfortable working in 12-hour shifts.

Job Description – Production Engineer (Injection Molding)

Position: Production Engineer – Injection Molding

Location: Umbergaon, Gujarat

Shift: Day Shift

Job Summary

Responsible for managing shift-level production operations, manpower, machine utilization, and coordinating with support functions to achieve daily production targets while maintaining quality standards.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage day-shift injection molding production operations.
• Achieve daily and weekly production targets as per production plans.
• Optimize manpower allocation across production lines.
• Monitor machine utilization and minimize downtime.
• Ensure adherence to in-process quality standards.
• Coordinate with Maintenance and Quality teams for smooth production operations.
• Monitor production efficiency, cycle time, and machine performance.
• Maintain shift-wise production and handover reports.
• Ensure proper shop-floor discipline, safety, and 5S compliance.

Preferred Experience

• Hands-on experience in Injection Molding production operations.
• Good understanding of production planning, manpower management, machine utilization, and quality control.
• Ability to coordinate effectively with Maintenance and Quality teams.

Production Engineer – Mechanical

Location: Ahmedabad, Gujarat

Experience: 2–5 Years

Salary: ₹35,000–₹45,000 per month

Employment Type: Full-Time | On-Site

Industry: Engineering / Mechanical Manufacturing

Job Summary

We are looking for a skilled Production Engineer – Mechanical to manage and monitor manufacturing operations, ensure production targets are achieved, and maintain quality and efficiency standards. The ideal candidate should have hands-on experience in mechanical manufacturing processes and a strong understanding of engineering drawings, production planning, machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and fitting.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and monitor daily production activities as per production targets.
• Ensure timely production while maintaining required quality and safety standards.
• Read and interpret engineering drawings, BOMs, specifications, and work instructions.
• Manage manufacturing processes including machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and fitting.
• Monitor manpower, machine utilization, material availability, and overall production efficiency.
• Identify production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Stores, Purchase, and Design/Engineering teams.
• Reduce rejection, rework, material wastage, cycle time, and machine downtime.
• Prepare and maintain production reports, process sheets, SOPs, and work instructions.
• Implement 5S, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure proper operation and maintenance of production machinery, tools, and measuring instruments.
• Maintain shop-floor discipline and ensure compliance with safety and quality procedures.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
• 2–5 years of experience in mechanical manufacturing/production.
• Strong knowledge of engineering drawings and manufacturing processes.
• Hands-on knowledge of CNC/VMC, machining, fabrication, welding, assembly, and fitting will be preferred.
• Knowledge of 5S, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and Root Cause Analysis.
• Good understanding of production planning and manpower management.
• Strong problem-solving, communication, and team-coordination skills.
• Ability to work effectively in a manufacturing/shop-floor environment.

Preferred Candidate

Candidates from engineering manufacturing, machinery, fabrication, machining, or industrial production backgrounds will be preferred.

Salary: ₹35,000–₹45,000/month, depending on experience, technical skills, and interview performance.

Job Description – Assistant Manager Maintenance

Position: Assistant Manager – Maintenance

Qualification: Diploma in Electrical, Mechanical, or Automobile Engineering

Experience: 5–6 Years

Industry: Automotive / Manufacturing

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced Assistant Manager – Maintenance to manage preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities for production machines and equipment. The candidate should have strong troubleshooting, maintenance planning, team management, and continuous improvement skills.

Key Responsibilities

• Plan and execute preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance.
• Ensure maximum machine uptime and minimum production downtime.
• Troubleshoot mechanical, electrical, pneumatic, and hydraulic issues.
• Prepare and follow preventive maintenance schedules.
• Monitor machine performance and improve equipment efficiency.
• Maintain maintenance records, breakdown reports, and spare parts inventory.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, and Stores teams.
• Supervise the maintenance team and ensure safety compliance.
• Support TPM, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement activities.

• Supervise blow moulding shift operations and manpower

• Ensure daily production targets and schedule adherence

• Monitor machine efficiency, cycle time and downtime

• Ensure quality checks and defect containment at source

• Coordinate with Maintenance for breakdown resolution

• Maintain shift production, scrap and downtime reports

• Ensure safety and 5S compliance

Chief Operating Officer (COO)

The Chief Operating Officer (COO) is responsible for overseeing the day-to-day operations of the organization, driving operational efficiency, implementing business strategies, and ensuring the company achieves its growth, profitability, and performance objectives. The COO works closely with the CEO and senior leadership team to translate strategic goals into effective operational plans.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage overall business operations.
• Develop and execute operational strategies aligned with company goals.
• Drive business growth, profitability, and operational efficiency.
• Monitor KPIs, budgets, costs, and overall business performance.
• Lead and develop senior management and operational teams.
• Optimize processes, systems, and workflows.
• Ensure effective coordination across sales, finance, HR, marketing, supply chain, and operations.
• Develop annual operating plans, budgets, and performance targets.
• Identify operational risks and implement corrective actions.
• Establish performance management and accountability systems.
• Manage vendor, partner, and stakeholder relationships.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, regulations, and quality standards.
• Support the CEO in strategic decision-making and business planning.
• Lead organizational transformation and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Build a high-performance culture across the organization.