General Manager Operations Plant Head Manufacturing 10+ Years

General Manager Operations (Plant Head) for a fast-growing multi-plant manufacturer in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh. Full-time, work from office, reporting directly to the Managing Director. ​ A General Manager Operations (Plant Head) is the senior leader accountable for end-to-end plant operations: production, quality, maintenance, logistics, safety and workforce planning. In this role you will run manufacturing of engineered foam, rubber, plastic, tape, insulation and adhesive products for automotive and consumer appliance customers, including plastic moulding, printing and packaging, and die-cutting. ​ POSITION SNAPSHOT • Job title: General Manager Operations / Plant Head • Industry: Manufacturing - foam, rubber, plastics, tapes, insulation and adhesives • Location: Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh (work from office) • Reports to: Managing Director • Experience: 10+ years in manufacturing operations, including 5+ years in a senior leadership role • Employment type: Full time • Education: Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Production or a related engineering field (Master's degree preferred) ​ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Lead end-to-end operations across multiple manufacturing units, including plastic moulding, printing and packaging, and die-cutting • Develop and implement strategies to improve operational efficiency, productivity and cost-effectiveness • Monitor daily production, quality standards and maintenance to ensure on-time delivery • Set and track KPIs for production, safety, quality and team performance • Coordinate with procurement, quality and logistics teams for a seamless supply chain and production flow • Handle plant-level customer interactions, audits and approvals with OEM customers, including Japanese and Korean OEMs • Ensure adherence to safety, health and environmental regulations • Manage and mentor department heads and team leads to build a high-performing operations team • Drive continuous improvement initiatives such as lean manufacturing and Six Sigma • Prepare and manage budgets, forecasts and operational reports for senior management ​ REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE • 10+ years in manufacturing operations with at least 5 years in a senior leadership role • Strong domain knowledge of foams, tapes, rubber and insulation • Proven ability to lead cross-functional teams and large-scale, multi-unit operations • Strong financial and analytical acumen, with experience in budget planning and cost control • Excellent problem-solving, leadership and decision-making skills • Excellent communication and organisational skills ​ PREFERRED BACKGROUND • Plant operations experience in auto components or appliance supply • Experience in rubber, plastic or foam industries • Familiarity with ISO standards, lean manufacturing and Six Sigma • Exposure to handling Japanese or Korean OEM customers ​ WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR A hands-on manufacturing leader from the auto components, appliance components, foam, rubber or plastics industry who has run a plant or multiple units end to end, is comfortable reporting to a Managing Director, and can build discipline, quality and cost efficiency across the shop floor. ​ FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS Q: What does a General Manager Operations do in a manufacturing company? A: A General Manager Operations owns plant performance: production output, quality, maintenance, safety, supply chain coordination, budgets and team leadership. ​ Q: How much experience is required for this Plant Head role? A: Candidates need 10+ years in manufacturing operations, including at least 5 years in a senior leadership role. ​ Q: Where is this General Manager Operations job located? A: The role is based in Greater Noida, Uttar Pradesh, and is a work-from-office position. ​ Q: Who does the General Manager Operations report to? A: The role reports directly to the Managing Director. ​ Q: Which industries is this role relevant for? A: Manufacturing of foam, rubber, plastics, tapes, insulation and adhesives, especially for automotive and consumer appliance customers. ​ Q: How can I apply? A: Apply directly through this job page. Shortlisted candidates are contacted by a Savanna HR recruiter.