Plant Head – Packaging (Flexible & Converting Industry) …, Uttar Pradesh

Job Title: Plant Head – Packaging (Flexible & Converting Industry) Experience: 15–20 Years Location: Kanpur, Rania Industry: Flexible Packaging & Converting / Primary & Secondary Packaging

Job Purpose The Plant Head will be responsible for end-to-end management of the packaging manufacturing plant, specializing in flexible packaging and converting operations, with strong techno-commercial expertise. The role demands leadership in production, quality, cost optimization, administration, and strategic execution to ensure operational excellence, profitability, and compliance.

Key Responsibilities 1. Plant Operations & Production Management

Overall responsibility for smooth and efficient plant operations including printing, lamination, coating, slitting, pouch making, and converting processes. Ensure achievement of production targets, operational efficiency, and minimal downtime. Implement best manufacturing practices, Lean, Six Sigma, and continuous improvement initiatives.

2. Technical Expertise – Versatile Packaging

In-depth knowledge of flexible packaging materials including films, paper, foil, adhesives, inks, and coatings. Strong understanding of primary and secondary packaging material manufacturing. Troubleshooting process issues and driving technical enhancements for improved performance and quality.

3. Techno-Commercial & Cost Analysis

Drive cost analysis, cost reduction initiatives, and margin improvement across operations. Analyze raw material consumption, wastage, yield improvement, and conversion cost optimization. Support commercial decisions with technical feasibility and cost calculations.

4. Quality Assurance & Compliance

Ensure adherence to quality standards, customer specifications, and regulatory requirements (ISO, BRC, FSSC, GMP, etc.). Lead audits, certifications, and customer visits. Strengthen quality systems to minimize customer complaints and rejections.

5. Administration & People Management

Oversee plant administration, statutory compliances, safety, and housekeeping. Lead, mentor, and develop a multi-disciplinary team including production, maintenance, quality, and support functions. Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and performance excellence.

6. Maintenance & Asset Management

Ensure preventive and breakdown maintenance for all plant equipment. Drive uptime improvement, spare part optimization, and capital planning.

7. Strategic Planning & Reporting

Prepare annual operating plans, budgets, and capacity utilization strategies. Provide regular MIS, performance metrics, and operational reviews to management. Support new product development and process innovation initiatives.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong techno-commercial acumen in flexible packaging and converting industry. Expertise in costing, budgeting, and financial analysis. Excellent leadership, decision-making, and problem-solving skills. Hands-on experience in large-scale manufacturing environments. Strong communication, negotiation, and stakeholder management abilities.

Education & Experience

Education: B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Chemical / Printing / Packaging Engineering (MBA preferred). Experience: 15–20 years of progressive experience in flexible packaging / converting industry, with significant exposure as Plant Head or Senior Operations Leader.

Key Success Metrics

Production efficiency and capacity utilization Cost reduction and profitability improvement Quality performance and customer satisfaction Safety, compliance, and people retention Apply on Kit Job: kitjob.in/job/4mvz28