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Role Overview The Plant Head will be responsible for thesmooth running and management of 4 grinding lines and 2 ball mills , ensuring operational efficiency, product quality, team productivity, and process safety. The ideal candidate will bring astrong technical background , preferably inceramics or mechanical engineering , withhands-on experience in refractory and abrasive raw materials .Key Responsibilities Operations & Production Oversee end-to-end operations of grinding and ball milling lines, ensuring optimal productivity and minimal downtime. Ensure adherence to production schedules and quality benchmarks. Implement lean manufacturing and continuous improvement principles. Coordinate with the quality control team to maintain product consistency and meet customer specifications. People & Team Management Lead, mentor, and manage a team of operators, shift supervisors, and technicians. Foster a safety-first, performance-driven culture within the plant. Train new hires and upskill existing staff in best practices and new technologies.Planning & Execution Coordinate raw material intake, in-process handling, and finished goods dispatch with warehouse and logistics teams. Work closely with the supply chain and sales teams to align production with demand forecasts. Equipment & Maintenance Monitor machine health and initiate preventive and corrective maintenance in coordination with engineering teams. Drive improvements in equipment uptime, efficiency, and throughput. Quality & Compliance Ensure strict adherence to environmental, health, and safety (EHS) norms. Oversee documentation, compliance, and audits related to plant operations. Business & Application Understanding Possess strong application knowledge ofrefractory and abrasive raw materialssuch as calcined bauxite, brown fused alumina, and other alumina-based products. Understand how processed raw materials are used inrefractories, ceramics, abrasives, and allied industries , enabling value-based decision-making and customer alignment.Key Requirements Education: Bachelor’s degree inCeramic Engineering, Mechanical Engineering , or related technical field. Postgraduate qualifications or certifications in operations/production management would be a plus. Experience: 8–12 years of experiencein a minerals, refractory, or abrasives processing facility. Proven track record of managing grinding and milling operations. Hands-on experience in people management, shift operations, and plant systems. Must haveGreenfieldexperience Skills: Strong technical understanding of refractory and abrasive raw materials Knowledge of industrial automation, production planning, and ERP systems Team leadership, performance management, and interdepartmental coordination Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities Clear communication and ability to work in a process-driven, professional setup