General Manager - Steel Plant

Job Description

General Manager - Steel PlantLocation: Jamshedpur. Raipur, Durgapur and BhubaneshwarReporting To: Managing Director / CEOIndustry: Steel / Metals / ManufacturingExperience: 20 years in the steel industry, with at least 5 years in a senior leadership roleEducation: B.Tech / B.E. in Metallurgy / Mechanical / ProductionJob Purpose:To lead and manage all operational aspects of the steel plant with a focus on production efficiency, quality, safety, cost control, and strategic growth. The COO will drive operational excellence, ensure alignment with organizational goals, and foster a high-performance culture.Key Responsibilities:Strategic Leadership- Develop and implement operational strategies aligned with business objectives.- Provide leadership across manufacturing, engineering, quality control, supply chain, and maintenance functions.- Participate in long-term strategic planning with the executive team.Plant Operations- Ensure the steel plant runs efficiently, safely, and profitably.- Oversee day-to-day operations including melting, rolling, finishing, and dispatch.- Monitor KPIs to assess plant performance and identify improvement areas.Production & Quality- Ensure production targets are met within budget and quality standards.- Drive implementation of modern manufacturing practices such as TPM, Lean, Six Sigma.- Reduce wastage and improve process reliability.People Management- Build and mentor a strong operations leadership team.- Foster a culture of accountability, safety, innovation, and continuous improvement.- Handle union matters (if applicable) and ensure healthy IR climate.Compliance & Safety- Ensure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements (pollution control, labor, factory laws, etc.).- Promote a strong EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) culture.Cost & Efficiency- Optimize costs across operations energy, raw material, manpower.- Improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and reduce downtime.Technology & Innovation- Evaluate and adopt new technologies to modernize the plant.- Lead digital transformation initiatives in operations.External Coordination- Coordinate with vendors, government bodies, industry associations.- Support business development in terms of capacity enhancement or new product lines.Desired Candidate Profile:- Proven experience in managing large integrated or mini steel plants.- Strong understanding of steel manufacturing processes (BOF, EAF, Hot rolling mills, etc.).- Excellent leadership, communication, and decision-making skills.- Experience in driving operational excellence and organizational transformation.- Exposure to P&L responsibility and strategic planning.Compensation:Commensurate with industry standards and experience. Includes performance-based incentives.Interested can call and their update resume to WhatsApp No. is 9.2.1.1.6.1.8.4.4.8 Mail hr1.recruitmentconsultants at gmail dot com

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