DGM Operations

Job Description: Deputy General Manager (DGM) – Operations Head (Chemical Manufacturing)

Job Title: Deputy General Manager (DGM) – Operations Head

Reports To: Plant Head

Job Summary

The DGM – Operations Head will lead and oversee all manufacturing operations ensuring safe efficient and cost-effective production while maintaining the highest standards of quality compliance and productivity. The role is responsible for driving operational excellence continuous improvement and cross-functional coordination to achieve business objectives.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead day-to-day plant operations to ensure production targets are achieved.
• Develop and implement production plans aligned with business requirements.
• Ensure compliance with GMP (where applicable) EHS statutory and regulatory requirements.
• Drive operational excellence initiatives to improve productivity reduce costs and minimize downtime.
• Monitor plant KPIs including OEE yield capacity utilization quality and production efficiency.
• Coordinate with Maintenance Quality Supply Chain Procurement and Engineering teams for seamless operations.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower machinery and raw materials.
• Lead process optimization and continuous improvement projects using Lean Six Sigma or similar methodologies.
• Manage production budgets and identify cost-saving opportunities.
• Conduct root cause analysis for production issues and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Build mentor and develop production teams while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Participate in audits and ensure compliance with ISO standards and other applicable regulations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering (Master's degree preferred).
• 12–18 years of experience in chemical manufacturing operations with at least 5 years in a leadership role.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in specialty chemicals agrochemicals petrochemicals paints or fine chemicals.
• Exposure to Lean Manufacturing Six Sigma TPM or Operational Excellence initiatives.
• Experience handling statutory inspections and regulatory audits.