Head – Operations Full Time

We are a global climate technologies company engineered for sustainability. We create sustainable and efficient residential, commercial and industrial spaces through HVACR technologies. We protect temperature-sensitive goods throughout the cold chain. And we bring comfort to people globally. Best-in-class engineering, design and manufacturing combined with category-leading brands in compression, controls, software and monitoring solutions result in next-generation climate technology that is built for the needs of the world ahead. 

Whether you are a professional looking for a career change, an undergraduate student exploring your first opportunity, or recent graduate with an advanced degree, we have opportunities that will allow you to innovate, be challenged and make an impact. Join our team and start your journey today!

Key Responsibilities

Description of duties & activities

Production/

Delivery

• Create and implement vision, strategy, policies, processes and procedures for the operations team to aid and improve business performance
• Evaluate the challenges faced by the business and take action to mitigate risks and develop opportunities
• Set strategic goals for operational efficiency and increased productivity + Improve and sustain high level of RDSL (OTD)
• Manage manpower and cost to achieve effective operations KPI and returns
• Plan, monitor, and analyze key metrics for the day-to-day performance of the operations to ensure efficient and timely completion of tasks

Cost

• Ensure strategies and processes are in place to meet business objectives and operational needs in terms of price, quality and delivery targets and which enables the company to function and compete effectively in the market
• Advance operational practices to create a competitive advantage in cost, product performance, service fulfilment performance, and working capital

Quality

• Formulate and drive key operation initiatives according to the long-term and short-term strategies, and coach the team to deliver the best of class quality and services for excellence.
• Provide strong technical assistance to the team and problem-solving discussions.
• Develop Customer First and Focus approach in organization and team.
• Proactively work with Production, Supply Chain, Engineering, Advance Manufacturing Engineering, Application Engineering and other departments to incorporate best practices into the operations environment

Safety

• Provide leadership and advocate the culture of Safety-First and continuous improvement across all the operation sites.

Talent Development

• Motivate, lead and develop a high-performance operations organization and prepare leadership pipeline for future
• Provide clear leadership and vision, inspire and motivate staff to achieve excellence

Public/Employee Relations

• Maintain amicable public relations with the local community and government agencies at Satara/Karad/Atit area
• Build strong and harmonious relations with the employee union. Actively participate and drive CSR activities from Operations and Factory side.

Job Purpose

The incumbent will be responsible for providing leadership to Operations team and implementing strategic operational goals to exceed customer expectations for product quality, cost and delivery, maximizing efficiency, optimizing production levels and driving operational excellence, Driving Copeland Strategic Initiatives. Play and manage the role of Factory Manager. Manage and handle Labour union.

Education And Professional Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Industrial Engineering or Suitable and Equivalent degree in Engineering from Reputed College and University.
• A management degree is desirable

Requirements And Attributes

• 16 – 20 years of relevant experience
• Proven and Strong leadership and management skills with the ability to optimize team performance and development
• Excellent communication, interpersonal and influencing skills + Strong presentations skills
• Excellent analytical and problem-solving abilities
• Results and Solution orientated approach with ability to plan and deliver against project deadlines
• Commercially and financially astute with experience of managing budgets
• MIS reporting and Review meetings with higher level management reviews

Our Commitment to Our People

Across the globe, we are united by a singular Purpose: Sustainability is no small ambition. That’s why everything we do is geared toward a sustainable future—for our generation and all those to come. Through groundbreaking innovations, HVACR technology and cold chain solutions, we are reducing carbon emissions and improving energy efficiency in spaces of all sizes, from residential to commercial to industrial.

Our employees are our greatest strength. We believe that our culture of passion, openness, and collaboration empowers us to work toward the same goal – to make the world a better place. We invest in the end-to-end development of our people, beginning at onboarding and through senior leadership, so they can thrive personally and professionally.

Flexible and competitive benefits plans offer the right options to meet your individual/family needs. We provide employees with flexible time off plans, including paid parental leave (maternal and paternal), vacation and holiday leave. 

Together, we have the opportunity – and the power – to continue to revolutionize the technology behind air conditioning, heating and refrigeration, and cultivate a better future. Learn more about us and how you can join our team!

Our Commitment to Inclusion & Belonging

At Copeland, we cultivate a strong sense of inclusion and belonging where individuals of all backgrounds, and with diverse perspectives, are embraced and treated fairly to enable a stronger workforce. Our employee resource groups play an important role in culture and community building at Copeland.

Equal Opportunity Employer

Copeland is an Equal Opportunity/Affirmative Action employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to sex, race, color, religion, national origin, age, marital status, political affiliation, sexual orientation, gender identity, genetic information, disability or protected veteran status. We are committed to providing a workplace free of any discrimination or harassment.