Plant Head

Perambalur - India

Monthly Salary: Not Disclosed

Posted on: 4 hours ago

Vacancies: 1 Vacancy

Job Summary

JOB DESCRIPTION

PLANT HEAD - WIND TURBINE BLADE MANUFACTURING
Position Title Plant Head - Wind Turbine Blade Manufacturing
Organization TVH - Wind Energy Division
Reporting To Chief Operating Officer / CEO/MD
Location Wind Turbine Blade Manufacturing Facility

POSITION OVERVIEW
The Plant Head will lead the wind turbine blade manufacturing operations with full P&L
responsibility overseeing end-to-end manufacturing processes managing a workforce of
2000 employees and ensuring operational excellence in quality safety cost and delivery.
This role requires strong technical expertise in composite manufacturing exceptional
leadership capabilities and proven experience in scaling operations within the renewable
energy or heavy manufacturing sector.
KEY RESPONSIBILITIES
Operations Management
Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations for wind turbine blade production
ensuring adherence to production schedules quality standards and safety protocols
Manage daily operations across all departments including production quality
maintenance supply chain and logistics
Drive operational excellence initiatives to optimize manufacturing efficiency reduce
cycle time and improve throughput
Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies to
enhance productivity and eliminate waste
Leadership & People Management
Lead and mentor a diverse workforce of 2000 employees including engineers
technicians operators and support staff
Build high-performance teams through effective talent acquisition development
succession planning and performance management
Foster a culture of safety quality innovation and continuous improvement across
the organization
Manage industrial relations employee engagement initiatives and organizational
development programs
Strategic Planning & Business Development
Develop and execute strategic plans aligned with corporate objectives market
trends and customer requirements
Conduct market analysis SWOT assessments and competitive benchmarking to
identify growth opportunities

Collaborate with business development teams to support new product launches and
capacity expansion projects
Drive technology adoption and process innovations to maintain competitive
advantage
Financial Management
Manage plant P&L ensuring achievement of revenue targets cost optimization and
profitability goals
Develop and monitor annual operating budgets capital expenditure plans and
financial forecasts
Implement cost control measures and track key performance indicators including cost
per blade manufacturing variances and operational efficiency metrics
Apply earned value management principles for project tracking and financial
performance analysis
Supply Chain & Procurement
Oversee end-to-end supply chain operations including sourcing vendor
management inventory control and material planning
Establish strategic partnerships with key suppliers ensuring quality cost
competitiveness and on-time delivery
Negotiate contracts manage supplier performance reviews and ensure compliance
with procurement policies and legal requirements
Coordinate with cross-functional teams to align material requirements with production
schedules
Quality Safety & Compliance
Champion safety culture and ensure zero-harm workplace through robust EHS
programs and risk management practices
Drive quality excellence ensuring products meet international standards and
customer specifications
Ensure compliance with ISO certifications environmental regulations and industry
standards
Implement Six Sigma and quality management systems to reduce defects and
improve first-pass yield
Client & Stakeholder Management
Build and maintain strong relationships with customers ensuring satisfaction
retention and long-term partnerships
Communicate effectively with senior leadership board members and external
stakeholders on plant performance strategic initiatives and business updates
Manage commercial negotiations contract administration and cash collection
activities
TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES
Competency Area Required Expertise
Manufacturing
Technology

Deep expertise in composite materials manufacturing
resin infusion techniques vacuum bagging autoclaving
and advanced blade production technologies

Production Planning Advanced scheduling methodologies capacity planning

bottleneck analysis and turnaround management using
industry-standard tools

Quality Systems ISO 9001 ISO 14001 OHSAS 18001/ISO 45001
implementation and maintenance; Six Sigma
methodologies statistical process control and root cause
analysis

Project Management PMP/PRINCE2 certified or equivalent experience in
managing large-scale capital projects plant expansions
and technology implementation initiatives

ERP & Digital Tools Proficiency in SAP Oracle or equivalent ERP systems;
familiarity with Industry 4.0 IoT predictive maintenance
and digital manufacturing tools

Cost Engineering Earned value management variance analysis cost
estimation forecasting and financial modeling for
manufacturing operations

Lean & CI Methodologies Lean Six Sigma Black Belt or equivalent; expertise in
Kaizen 5S TPM value stream mapping and operational
excellence frameworks

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES
Competency Description
Transformational
Leadership

Ability to inspire and lead large diverse teams through
organizational change driving engagement and building
a high-performance culture

Strategic Thinking Strong analytical and conceptual skills to develop long-
term strategies anticipate market trends and align
operations with business objectives

Decision Making Data-driven decision-making with the ability to balance
operational urgency with strategic considerations and risk
management

Communication
Excellence

Exceptional verbal and written communication skills for
engaging with diverse stakeholders including employees
customers suppliers and senior management
Change Management Proven ability to lead organizational transformations
technology implementations and process improvements
while minimizing disruption

Problem Solving Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills with a
systematic approach to root cause analysis and
sustainable problem resolution

Resilience & Adaptability Ability to thrive in high-pressure environments manage
ambiguity and adapt strategies based on changing
market conditions and operational realities

Collaboration Strong cross-functional collaboration skills to align efforts
across engineering quality supply chain finance and
HR teams

KEY SUCCESS FACTORS
First 90 Days
Establish credibility and trust with the leadership team workforce and key
stakeholders
Conduct comprehensive assessment of operations identifying quick wins and
strategic improvement opportunities
Build relationships with customers and major suppliers to understand expectations
and partnership opportunities
Develop 100-day action plan addressing critical operational priorities
First Year
Achieve or exceed annual production targets with on-time delivery rate of 95% or
higher
Implement cost reduction initiatives achieving minimum 5-7% improvement in
manufacturing cost per blade
Reduce quality defects and improve first-pass yield by minimum 10% through
systematic quality improvement programs
Maintain zero lost-time accidents and strengthen safety culture across the
organization
Develop and execute strategic roadmap for operational excellence and capacity
optimization
Build high-performing leadership team with clear succession plans for critical
positions
Long-term Impact
Position the plant as a benchmark facility within the industry with top-quartile
performance in safety quality cost and delivery
Drive innovation in manufacturing processes and technology adoption to maintain
competitive advantage
Cultivate a culture of continuous improvement employee empowerment and
operational excellence
Support business growth through capacity expansion new product launches and
customer diversification

EXTERNAL BENCHMARKS & INDUSTRY STANDARDS
Operational Performance Benchmarks
Performance Metric Target / Benchmark
On-Time Delivery (OTD) 95% (Industry Best-in-Class: 98%)
First Pass Yield (FPY) 92% (Industry Best-in-Class: 95%)

Overall Equipment Effectiveness
(OEE)

75% (World Class: 85%)

Lost Time Injury Frequency Rate
(LTIFR)

0.5 (World Class: Zero harm)
Cost per Blade Reduction (Annual) 5-7% year-over-year improvement
Inventory Turnover 8-12 times per year
Employee Engagement Score 75% (Best-in-Class: 80%)

Industry Certifications & Standards
ISO 9001:2015 (Quality Management Systems)
ISO 14001:2015 (Environmental Management Systems)
ISO 45001:2018 (Occupational Health & Safety Management)
IEC 61400 Standards (Wind Turbine Design Requirements)
NADCAP or equivalent composite manufacturing certification
Peer Benchmarking Organizations
Benchmark performance against leading wind blade manufacturers including:
LM Wind Power (GE Renewable Energy)
TPI Composites
Vestas Manufacturing
Siemens Gamesa Blade Factories
Nordex Acciona Windpower

QUALIFICATIONS & EXPERIENCE
Education
Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering Industrial Engineering Manufacturing
Engineering or related technical discipline (Required)
Master's degree in Engineering Operations Management or MBA from a recognized
institution (Strongly Preferred)
Professional certifications: PMP Six Sigma Black Belt Lean Manufacturing or
equivalent credentials (Preferred)
Professional Experience
Minimum 15-20 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations with at
least 8-10 years in senior leadership roles
Proven track record of managing large-scale manufacturing facilities with workforce
size of 2000 employees
Direct experience in wind turbine blade manufacturing composite materials or
similar complex manufacturing environment (Highly Preferred)
Experience in renewable energy aerospace automotive or heavy industrial sectors
with demonstrated P&L responsibility
Success in leading operational transformations greenfield/brownfield expansions
and technology adoption initiatives

Strong background in project management including capital projects above $50M
USD

TVH - Wind Energy Division Plant Head Job Description

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JOB DESCRIPTION PLANT HEAD - WIND TURBINE BLADE MANUFACTURING Position Title Plant Head - Wind Turbine Blade Manufacturing Organization TVH - Wind Energy Division Reporting To Chief Operating Officer / CEO/MD Location Wind Turbine Blade Manufacturing Facility POSITION OVERVIEW The Plant Head will le...