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Chief Operating Officer Salary: Competitive and based on experience Location: Jaipur, India Keywords: manufacturing operations, team leadership, process improvement, Lean methodology, quality assurance, safety compliance, cost control, project management, factory management, preventive maintenance An exciting opportunity has arisen for a Chief Operating Officer to join a leading manufacturing organisation based in Jaipur, India. This pivotal role is perfect for someone who thrives on nurturing teams, optimising production processes, and ensuring the highest standards of safety and quality. As the driving force behind all factory operations, you will play a crucial part in shaping the future of the business by fostering a supportive environment where collaboration and continuous improvement are at the heart of everything you do. The company offers a welcoming and inclusive culture that values your expertise, encourages professional growth, and supports flexible working opportunities to help you achieve a healthy work-life balance. If you are passionate about making a tangible impact and enjoy working with diverse teams to deliver exceptional results, this is the ideal next step in your career. Play a key role in overseeing all aspects of factory operations, from production management to quality assurance, ensuring efficient processes and timely delivery. Benefit from an inclusive workplace that values teamwork, ongoing training opportunities, and a commitment to employee wellbeing. Enjoy the chance to implement Lean methodologies and drive process improvements while maintaining strict adherence to safety protocols and regulatory compliance. What you'll do: As Chief Operating Officer based in Jaipur, you will be entrusted with end-to-end responsibility for the smooth running of factory operations. Your day-to-day will involve orchestrating production schedules that maximise resource use while ensuring timely delivery of high-quality products. You will champion Lean methodologies to drive process improvements across departments-always seeking ways to enhance efficiency while reducing costs. By recruiting, training, and supporting your team members with compassion and clarity, you will foster an atmosphere where everyone feels valued and motivated to contribute their best. Safety will be at the forefront of your agenda as you ensure strict compliance with all relevant regulations. You will also oversee inventory management using Just In Time principles in close partnership with procurement teams. Quality assurance will be central to your remit as you guarantee that every product meets or exceeds customer expectations. With vigilant oversight of budgets and proactive identification of cost-saving opportunities, you will help secure the financial health of operations. Preventive maintenance programmes under your guidance will keep machinery running smoothly while minimising downtime. Additionally, you will lead special projects from conception through execution-ensuring alignment with organisational goals-and provide senior management with insightful reports backed by meticulous documentation. Develop and implement detailed production schedules that ensure optimal utilisation of resources to consistently meet targets and deliver products on time. Monitor every stage of the production process, maintaining rigorous quality control standards and swiftly addressing any issues that could affect output or efficiency. Continuously identify opportunities for process improvement and cost reduction through Lean practices, fostering a culture of ongoing enhancement across the factory. Recruit, train, and manage factory staff with empathy and clarity, nurturing an environment built on teamwork, accountability, and shared success. Set clear performance expectations for all team members, provide regular feedback, and conduct thorough performance evaluations to support personal development. Ensure unwavering adherence to safety protocols and regulations so that every employee enjoys a safe and productive working environment. Maintain full compliance with local, state, federal regulations as well as external systems such as BSI or SMETA four pillar requirements as requested by customers. Manage inventory levels carefully by optimising stock to meet production needs while minimising waste through Just In Time principles; collaborate closely with procurement for reliable supply chains. Oversee quality assurance processes so that all products meet or exceed established standards; take corrective actions promptly when necessary to uphold excellence. Monitor manufacturing expenses vigilantly to keep operations within budget; identify cost-saving initiatives and implement them effectively while preparing monthly variance reports on material and labour usage. Supervise maintenance activities for all production machinery by developing preventive maintenance programmes that minimise downtime and extend equipment life. Lead project execution as specified by management through careful analysis, planning, coordination, and follow-through to achieve set goals efficiently. Prepare comprehensive reports on production metrics, quality outcomes, efficiency rates for senior management review; maintain accurate records of all relevant data including inventory levels and maintenance activities. What you bring: To excel as Chief Operating Officer in this manufacturing environment, you will bring substantial hands-on experience managing complex factory operations where your organisational acumen has been proven time after time. Your background should include designing effective production schedules tailored for maximum efficiency under tight deadlines. You are comfortable applying Lean principles or similar frameworks-always looking for ways to streamline processes while nurturing a culture rooted in teamwork and continuous improvement. Your interpersonal skills enable you to recruit empathetically, train thoughtfully, mentor generously-all while building trust across diverse groups. A deep understanding of safety requirements ensures your teams operate securely within regulatory boundaries at all times. You are adept at balancing inventory needs against waste reduction goals by collaborating seamlessly with procurement partners. Your approach to quality assurance is both systematic and responsive-ensuring only top-tier products leave the facility. Financial stewardship comes naturally as you monitor budgets closely; your analytical mindset helps uncover new avenues for savings without disrupting workflow harmony. Preventive maintenance is second nature thanks to your methodical planning abilities which keep equipment running reliably over time. Finally, your project management strengths allow you to translate strategic directives into actionable plans supported by clear communication throughout each phase. Extensive experience managing manufacturing operations within a factory setting where you have demonstrated strong organisational skills and attention to detail. Proven ability to develop effective production schedules that optimise resource allocation while meeting demanding deadlines without compromising quality. A track record of successfully implementing Lean methodologies or similar process improvement frameworks resulting in measurable gains in efficiency or cost savings. Demonstrated skill in recruiting, training, mentoring diverse teams-fostering collaboration, accountability, mutual respect among colleagues at all levels. Comprehensive understanding of safety protocols applicable within manufacturing environments along with experience ensuring full regulatory compliance (local/state/federal/external). Expertise in inventory management using Just In Time principles coupled with effective collaboration skills when working alongside procurement professionals. Solid background in establishing robust quality assurance systems capable of identifying issues early on so corrective actions can be taken promptly. Experience monitoring operational budgets closely-identifying areas for cost reduction without sacrificing productivity or morale-and preparing detailed variance reports regularly. Familiarity with preventive maintenance strategies designed to minimise equipment downtime while extending asset lifespans through scheduled interventions. Strong project management capabilities including analysis/planning/coordination/execution aligned with broader business objectives; adept at reporting complex information clearly. What sets this company apart: This organisation stands out as a beacon of excellence within the manufacturing sector due to its unwavering commitment to employee wellbeing and professional development. Here you will find an inclusive culture where every voice is heard-regardless of background or experience level-and where collaboration is celebrated as the foundation for collective achievement. The company invests heavily in ongoing training opportunities so that employees can continually expand their knowledge base while advancing their careers at their own pace. Flexible working arrangements are available wherever possible because leadership understands how important it is for team members to maintain balance between work responsibilities and personal commitments. Above all else, this employer places great emphasis on creating safe workplaces where everyone feels respected-and where contributions are recognised not just individually but as part of something greater than themselves. What's next: If you are ready to make a meaningful difference in a thriving manufacturing environment while growing both personally and professionally-this is your moment! Apply today by clicking on the link provided below; take the first step towards joining an organisation that truly values what you bring. Due to the high volume of applications we are experiencing, our team will only be in touch with you if your application is shortlisted. Show more Show less