AVP/VP - Plant Operation
- Silvassa, Dadra & Nagar Haveli
- Permanent
- Full-time
Location: Silvassa
Reports To: Managing Director / Director – Operations
Industry: Manufacturing – Silicone, Rubber, Biopharma Tubing & Consumables
Experience: 15+ years in plant operations, with 3–5 years in senior leadership
Education: B.Tech / B.E. in Rubber Technology, Polymer Science, or related field
Preferred: M.Tech in Rubber Technology or IIT Graduate (Rubber)Job Summary:Ami Polymer Pvt. Ltd. is looking for an innovative and strategic leader to oversee plant operations at its flagship facility in Silvassa. The AVP/VP – Plant Operations will lead all manufacturing activities with strong emphasis on rubber/silicone manufacturing, cleanroom compliance, OEE improvement, digital tools (CRM, BI, AI) and operational optimization. The ideal candidate will bring a forward-looking approach to plant efficiency, compliance, and scalability.Key Responsibilities:Lead end-to-end operations: Production, Maintenance, Quality, Engineering, EHS, and cross-functional coordination.Ensure strict adherence to cleanroom protocols, GMP, and regulatory standards (ISO, USFDA, etc.).Improve OEE and productivity through downtime analysis, predictive maintenance, and process optimization.Deploy Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and TPM to eliminate waste and improve efficiency.Optimize costs by improving utilization of machinery, manpower, and materials.Drive digital transformation:Leverage CRM systems (e.g., Salesforce) to align production with customer expectations and demand planning.Utilize Power BI / Tableau for real-time dashboards, plant performance analysis, and KPI monitoring.Adopt AI-based analytics for demand forecasting, maintenance prediction, and decision support.Ensure seamless ERP operations (Microsoft Dynamics – Business Central) and data integration across departments.Lead capital projects: plant expansions, automation upgrades, new product industrialization.Build, lead, and mentor high-performing teams with focus on ownership, accountability, and continuous improvement.Ensure audit readiness and compliance with all internal, customer, and regulatory requirements.Candidate Profile:15+ years of experience in plant operations with focus on rubber/silicone/polymer manufacturing.Deep knowledge of cleanroom-based processes, extrusion, molding, and medical-grade product handling.Strong track record in OEE improvement, digital manufacturing, and cost efficiency.Practical experience with CRM platforms (Salesforce preferred) and business intelligence tools like Power BI, Tableau.Exposure to AI-based operations optimization or smart manufacturing environments is highly desirable.Strong leadership and team-building skills with hands-on execution capability.Key Skills & Competencies:Rubber / Silicone Manufacturing & Cleanroom ComplianceOEE Improvement & Operational OptimizationCRM (Salesforce), ERP (Business Central)BI Tools – Power BI, TableauAI/ML for Predictive Analytics & Decision SupportLean Manufacturing (5S, Kaizen, TPM, Six Sigma)Strategic Leadership & Regulatory Compliance