Job Title: VP / GM – Operations

Location: New Nashik Plant
CTC Range: 50 – 70 LPA

Reporting to: CEO

Onboarding – To Join in Feb 2026

About the Company

An Engineering & Manufacturing Organization serving 30+ companies globally in the precision machining domain. With a wealth of highly experienced engineers & a world class manufacturing setup, they are known in the industry as a one-stop-shop solution for the customers!

Through their diversified portfolio, the key industry verticals they work with globally for precision machined components and assemblies manufacturing, include –

• Aerospace & Defence – Critical components and assemblies for aerospace and defence applications such as artillery guns, long and medium range surface-to-air missiles, indigenous rocket launchers and bridging systems.
• Oil & Gas + Valves – We have developed more than 3000 different types of components, sub-assemblies, and assemblies for Completion Tools, Subsea and Surface.
• Flow Control & Measurement – Comprehensive solutions for precision-machined components for low-pressure vacuum, gas, air, and fluid flow control components suitable for a wide array of applications.
• Food & Dairy Machinery – Precision machined castings and components for food & dairy equipment
• Hydraulics – Cylinders & rods, manifold blocks, pistons, covers, clamps, components for motors, pumps, fittings, and hose hardware.
• Electromechanical Equipment – Components and assemblies of kinetic energy storage systems, aircraft ground power systems, frequency converters and naval power supplies.

Certified by TUV Nord - Quality Management Systems - ISO 9001:2015 Aviation, Space & Defence Manufacturing - AS 9100D Environmental Management Systems - ISO 14001:2015 Occupational Health & Safety - ISO 45001:2018

Role Overview

The VP / GM – Operations will be responsible for the complete operational management of the New Nashik facility, with key accountability for production performance, robotics welding operations, CNC machining efficiency, quality assurance, EHS compliance, cost control, and people leadership.

The candidate must have a strong background in robotics welding automation and CNC-based manufacturing environments with proven expertise in scaling operational excellence and continuous improvement systems.

Key Responsibilities

Operations Leadership

• Lead end-to-end plant operations to meet organizational goals for productivity, quality, delivery, and cost.
• Manage robotic welding lines, CNC machining operations, and manufacturing automation processes.
• Ensure optimal machine utilization, capacity planning, and operational efficiency.

Production & Process Excellence

• Implement modern manufacturing practices including Lean, TPM, Kaizen, 5S, and digital manufacturing systems.
• Drive continuous improvement, reduce cycle times, enhance throughput, and eliminate production bottlenecks.
• Strengthen process stability and product quality through systematic problem solving.

Quality, EHS & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to quality standards, customer specifications, and certification compliance.
• Maintain a safe working environment with full compliance to EHS norms, audits, and statutory requirements.
• Implement zero-defect and zero-accident culture initiatives

People & Team Leadership

• Lead and develop high-performance teams across production, engineering, maintenance, supply chain, and quality.
• Build technical competency through skill development in robotics automation and advanced machining.
• Foster a culture of discipline, transparency, and team accountability

Cost & Financial Control

• Control operational budgets, material usage, manpower planning, and cost reduction projects.
• Review and monitor financial KPIs including operating cost, OEE, scrap, rework, and project investments.

Key Result Areas (KRAs)

• Operational performance and production output achievement.
• Improvement in robotic welding efficiency and CNC productivity.
• Quality, EHS compliance, and customer satisfaction metrics.
• Cost savings, budget control, and margin improvement.
• People capability enhancement and organizational discipline.

Qualifications & Experience

• Bachelor’s / Master’s degree in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering or relevant field.
• About 15-20 years of experience in manufacturing operations with strong exposure to robotic welding automation and CNC machining.
• Experience managing a large manufacturing plant with multi-functional leadership.
• Strong understanding of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and modern digital production systems.
• Proven capability to manage customer expectations and industrial relations.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong leadership presence and ability to drive change
• Strategic, analytical, and decision-making skills
• Excellent communication and stakeholder management
• High energy, discipline, and execution focus

Employment Type

Full-time | Leadership Role | On-site – Nashik Plant

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16. Are you willing to work 6 day/week in a fast growing 250-300Cr company poised to become 500Cr in couple of Years and about 1000Cr in next 5-6 Years with major manufacuring facility in Pune and with new plant at Nashik..? (It is 85% export manufacturing company with about 15% manufacturing for Indian Aerospace and Defence industry at Pune plant. It is likely that company may switch to ‘alternate Saturday off’ for executive management initially and will slowly go into 5 day week mode.) - 
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