Chief Operating Officer - Automotive

• Chief Operating Officer (COO)
• Location: Aurangabad
• Industry: Automotive / Auto Components
• Employment Type: Full Time, Permanent
• Department: Strategic & Top Management
• Education: MBA+B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, or related specialization preferred
• Experience:

• 20+ years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing with strong exposure to HPDC (High Pressure Die Casting)
• Minimum 5+ years of hands-on HPDC experience mandatory
• Experience in handling multiple manufacturing plants is essential
• Strong background in Automotive OEM/Tier-1 automotive component manufacturing only

Job Summary:

We are seeking an experienced and dynamic Chief Operating Officer (COO) to lead and oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations for multiple plants in the automotive components industry. The role requires a strategic leader with strong expertise in HPDC operations, plant P&L management, EBITDA improvement, operational excellence, and business growth. The candidate will be responsible for driving operational efficiency, profitability, productivity, and long-term organizational growth while ensuring alignment with business objectives.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and manage complete plant operations across multiple manufacturing facilities.
• Drive overall Plant P&L accountability and ensure achievement of revenue and profitability targets.
• Ensure consistent achievement of monthly, quarterly, and annual EBITDA goals.
• Develop and implement strategic operational plans aligned with organizational objectives.
• Monitor manufacturing performance, productivity, quality, delivery, and cost optimization initiatives.
• Lead HPDC manufacturing operations with a focus on process improvement and operational efficiency.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and operational excellence practices.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, and production resources.
• Oversee budgeting, cost control, capex planning, and financial performance of plants.
• Strengthen production planning, inventory management, and supply chain coordination.
• Collaborate with business leadership for strategic planning and business expansion initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety norms, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Build strong customer relationships with Automotive OEMs and Tier-1 clients.
• Lead plant leadership teams to create a high-performance and result-oriented culture.
• Review operational KPIs regularly and implement corrective actions for performance improvement.
• Drive productivity enhancement, scrap reduction, cycle time improvement, and cost-saving projects.
• Support new product development, process industrialization, and capacity expansion initiatives.
• Ensure smooth coordination among production, quality, maintenance, SCM, finance, and HR functions.

Key Result Areas (KRAs):

• Achievement of Plant P&L and EBITDA targets.
• Improvement in operational efficiency and manufacturing productivity.
• Reduction in production cost, rejection, and rework levels.
• Capacity utilization and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE) improvement.
• On-time delivery and customer satisfaction enhancement.
• Successful management of multi-plant operations.
• Implementation of Lean Manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Improvement in quality metrics and reduction in customer complaints.
• Inventory optimization and working capital management.
• Team development, leadership effectiveness, and succession planning.
• Compliance with safety, environmental, and statutory standards.

Required Skillsets:

• Strong expertise in HPDC (High Pressure Die Casting) operations.
• Proven experience in handling multiple automotive manufacturing plants.
• Strong knowledge of Plant Operations, Production, Maintenance, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Expertise in P&L management, budgeting, and EBITDA improvement.
• Strong understanding of automotive manufacturing processes and systems.
• Experience in Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma, and operational excellence tools.
• Excellent strategic planning and business management capabilities.
• Strong leadership, stakeholder management, and decision-making skills.
• Expertise in productivity improvement and cost optimization initiatives.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving abilities.
• Excellent communication and team management skills.
• Ability to drive organizational transformation and business growth.

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• Candidates from Automotive / Auto Components manufacturing background only.
• Strong exposure to HPDC manufacturing is mandatory.
• Experience working with Automotive OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers preferred.
• Proven track record in leading large-scale manufacturing operations.
• Willingness to work from Aurangabad location.