Assistant General Manager – Mechanical (Concrete Block Plant)

Plant Operations Management:

• Ensure smooth and efficient daily operations of the block manufacturing plant.
• Monitor production schedules, targets, and outputs to meet business demands.
• Optimize machinery utilization and minimize downtime.

Production Planning & Quality Control:

• Supervise and coordinate production activities to achieve desired volume, quality, and cost targets.
• Ensure adherence to product quality standards (ISO/ASTM/BDS or internal benchmarks). Implement and monitor quality control procedures and testing.

Manpower & Team Leadership:

• Lead and supervise the plant workforce including supervisors, machine operators, technicians, and helpers.
• Ensure adequate staffing, shift planning, and staff motivation.
• Identify training needs and support skill development of plant personnel.

Maintenance & Safety:

• Oversee preventive and breakdown maintenance of all machinery and equipment.
• Ensure plant operations comply with workplace safety, fire safety, and environmental regulations.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to ensure timely repairs and servicing.

Inventory & Resource Management:

• Monitor raw material (cement, sand, aggregates, admixtures) stock levels and usage.
• Coordinate with procurement for timely material availability.
• Maintain minimum wastage of raw materials and ensure cost-effectiveness.

Reporting & Compliance:

• Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly production and performance reports to senior management.
• Ensure compliance with all regulatory and internal policies.

Process Improvement & Innovation:

• Introduce lean manufacturing practices to improve productivity and reduce cost.
• Suggest improvements in plant layout, processes, and technology for better efficiency.
• Keep abreast of the latest trends in block plant technologies and industry best practices.

Health and Safety Compliance:

• Promote and enforce safety policies and procedures to ensure a safe workplace.
• Conduct regular safety training and drills for all plant employees.

Collaboration:

• Collaborate with other departments such as sales, logistics, and planning to align production with market needs.
• Participate in strategic planning and development of new products or technologies.