Job Description: General Manager, Production (Solar Panel Manufacturing)
Location: Gurugram, Haryana
Reporting To: Chief Operating Officer
About the Role
We are seeking a seasoned and results-oriented General Manager, Production to lead the end-to-end manufacturing operations of Brick2Wall’s Solar Panel Manufacturing Facility. This is a strategic leadership role responsible for establishing world-class production systems, driving operational excellence, ensuring superior product quality, optimizing costs, and building a high-performance manufacturing culture.
The incumbent will play a critical role in scaling production capacity, enhancing operational efficiencies, and ensuring the plant consistently meets business, quality, safety, and delivery objectives.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing Leadership & Plant Operations
· Lead overall production operations of the solar panel manufacturing plant.
· Establish and drive manufacturing strategies aligned with business growth plans.
· Ensure achievement of production targets related to output, quality, yield, and delivery schedules.
· Develop and implement systems to maximize plant productivity, utilization, and operational efficiency.
· Drive manufacturing excellence through structured processes and best-in-class operational practices.
Production Planning & Execution
· Oversee production planning and execution to ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials.
· Monitor production schedules and proactively address bottlenecks impacting output.
· Ensure adherence to production timelines while maintaining quality standards.
· Drive continuous improvements in cycle time, throughput, and operational effectiveness.
Quality & Process Excellence
· Collaborate closely with Quality, Engineering teams to ensure consistent product quality.
· Drive initiatives to improve First Pass Yield (FPY), reduce rejection rates, and minimize process losses.
· Implement Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, TPM, and other continuous improvement methodologies.
· Establish robust process controls and manufacturing standards.
Plant Setup & Expansion
· Support commissioning, ramp-up, stabilization, and expansion of manufacturing operations.
· Participate in plant layout planning, equipment selection, line balancing, and capacity enhancement projects.
· Drive productivity improvement and automation initiatives.
Cost Optimization
· Manage manufacturing budgets and operational costs.
· Drive initiatives to reduce conversion costs, wastage, scrap, energy consumption, and downtime.
· Establish cost-control mechanisms while maintaining product quality and operational efficiency.
Maintenance & Asset Management
· Work closely with Maintenance teams to ensure maximum equipment uptime and reliability.
· Develop preventive and predictive maintenance systems.
· Monitor Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE) and implement improvement plans.
Safety, Compliance & Sustainability
· Ensure strict compliance with EHS standards and statutory requirements.
· Cultivate a culture of safety, discipline, and accountability across the manufacturing facility.
· Lead initiatives related to sustainability, energy efficiency, and environmental compliance.
Team Leadership & Capability Building
· Build and develop a high-performing manufacturing team.
· Mentor production managers, engineers, supervisors, and shop-floor employees.
· Drive employee engagement, productivity, and capability development initiatives.
· Establish a performance-driven culture focused on accountability and continuous improvement.
Stakeholder Management
· Collaborate with Supply Chain, Procurement, Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Projects, and Commercial teams.
· Provide regular operational reviews and performance updates to senior leadership.
· Support business expansion and strategic manufacturing initiatives.
· Employee Retention and Capability Development
Qualifications
· Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical Engineering/Electrical Engineering/Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
Experience
· 10-15 years of manufacturing experience with at least 5 years in a senior production leadership role.
· Strong experience in Solar Panel Manufacturing is mandatory.
· Proven experience in plant setup, commissioning, ramp-up, and large-scale manufacturing operations.
· Experience managing large teams and cross-functional manufacturing environments.
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