Head of Plant Operations ( Railway Fabrication Division )

About the Role:

We are seeking a strategic, technically advanced and execution-driven Plant Head to lead end-to-end production activities of our Railway Coach & Bogie manufacturing division. The candidate must possess deep experience in managing operations of a multi-acre industrial setup, with working knowledge in:

• Heavy Fabrication
• Welding Line Management
• CNC/VMC/HMC Setup & Commissioning
• Coach Shell, Underframe, Bogie, and Sheet Metal Part Production

Key Responsibilities:

Plant Establishment & Expansion

• Lead planning & commissioning of new production lines for LHB bogies, PT coach shells, and locomotive components.
• Setup complete production flow from layout, foundation to machine installation (CNCs, 5-axis, hydraulic presses, laser cutting etc.).

Production & Shop Floor Execution

• Fulfill monthly production targets in coordination with PPC.
• Lead daily fabrication, welding, laser cutting, assembly, and inspection activities.
• Drive shop floor operations using lean tools like 5S, Kaizen, TPM, Line Balancing, and SMED.

Technical Control & Quality Compliance

• Monitor quality through WPS/PQR standards, coordinate with NDT teams (UT, DP, RT).
• Handle RDSO/ICF standards and railway inspection protocols.
• Push new prototype developments into mass production smoothly.

Vendor & Material Management

• Manage raw material inflow - castings, forgings, plates, laser cut parts.
• Finalize procurement plans and engage with vendors for fabrication and assembly parts.
• Ensure timely approvals from third-party inspectors like RITES or Railway Boards.

Team Leadership & MIS Reporting

• Lead a team of 200+ (operators, supervisors, engineers) in multi-shift operations.
• Train and upskill shop floor teams in latest production technologies.
• Present MIS, productivity KPIs, and technical reports to MD and leadership.

Ideal Candidate Profile:

• Diploma / B.Tech in Mechanical / Industrial / Production Engineering
• Must have built or handled plants manufacturing:
• Railway bogies
• Coach shells
• Underframes / Side walls / Roofs / End walls
• Proficiency in drawing interpretation, GD&T, ERP-based production, and handling 5-meter press brakes, CNCs, jigs/fixtures, and welding fixtures.
• Experience with Indian Railways / RCF / ICF / BEML / Titagarh / Texmaco / L&T / Escorts is highly preferred.
• Prior responsibility as Plant Head / DGM / Works Manager in an ISO 9001:2015 certified setup.

• Experience Required: 15 - 25 Years in Heavy Fabrication, Railway Components, or Automotive Structure Manufacturing.