General Manager - Steel Plant

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General Manager - Steel PlantJob responsibility:Industry: 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 LeadershipDevelop 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 OperationsEnsure 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 & QualityEnsure 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 ManagementBuild 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 & SafetyEnsure full compliance with statutory and regulatory requirements (pollution control, labor, factory laws, etc.).Promote a strong EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) culture.Cost & EfficiencyOptimize costs across operations energy, raw material, manpower.Improve OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and reduce downtime.Technology & InnovationEvaluate and adopt new technologies to modernize the plant.Lead digital transformation initiatives in operations.External CoordinationCoordinate 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.Commensurate with industry standards and experience. Includes performance-based incentives.If you are interested kindly send their updated resume on this id hidden_email & call for more details at hidden_mobile

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