Head of Factory (GM) - (For A Group of Company)-Job ID: 1548786

A Group of Company is looking for Head of Factory (GM)Job Description / ResponsibilityA leading Plastic Products Manufacturing Company is looking for a highly experienced, technically competent, and result-oriented Factory Head to lead and manage its overall factory operations, with a strong focus on plastic injection molding. The incumbent will be responsible for production, maintenance, quality, cost control, human resources, administration, and overall factory discipline. The position requires strong technical knowledge, leadership capabilities, and the ability to ensure operational efficiency, product quality, workforce productivity, regulatory compliance, and achievement of business objectives.Job Description (JD)Key ResponsibilitiesA. Factory Operations & Production ManagementLead, supervise, and manage all factory operations to ensure smooth, efficient, and uninterrupted manufacturing activities.Develop production plans and schedules in line with sales forecasts, market demand, and delivery commitments.Ensure achievement of production targets in terms of quantity, quality, productivity, and timely delivery.Monitor production efficiency, machine utilization, cycle time, rejection rates, material consumption, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).Identify operational bottlenecks and implement corrective measures to improve productivity and reduce downtime.Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, raw materials, utilities, and other production resources.B. Technical & Engineering ManagementOversee plastic injection molding operations, including machine setup, mold installation, process optimization, and troubleshooting.Ensure proper control of molding parameters, cycle time, product consistency, and material consumption.Supervise machine maintenance, mold maintenance, preventive maintenance, and breakdown management.Coordinate with engineering and maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and minimize production interruptions.Identify technical problems and implement sustainable solutions to improve productivity, product quality, and operational efficiency.C. Quality Assurance & Process ImprovementEnsure that all manufactured products meet approved specifications, quality standards, and customer requirements.Reduce production defects, rejection rates, rework, and material wastage through effective process control.Establish and implement standard operating procedures (SOPs), quality control systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.Promote Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, root cause analysis, and other productivity improvement practices.Coordinate with Quality Control personnel to resolve quality issues and prevent recurrence.D. Human Resources & Factory AdministrationTake overall responsibility for factory-level HR and administrative functions in coordination with the Corporate HR & Admin Department.Ensure proper manpower planning, recruitment coordination, workforce allocation, attendance management, shift scheduling, and leave management.Maintain factory discipline and ensure compliance with company rules, policies, procedures, and the code of conduct.Supervise employee relations, grievance handling, conflict resolution, and disciplinary matters in accordance with company policy and applicable labor laws.Ensure timely preparation and processing of attendance records, overtime, payroll-related information, and other employee records.Monitor workforce productivity, absenteeism, turnover, and manpower costs; take necessary corrective actions.Identify training and development needs and ensure appropriate technical, operational, safety, and behavioral training for factory employees.Oversee factory administration, including security, housekeeping, transport, canteen, utilities, accommodation (where applicable), and other support services.Ensure proper maintenance of factory premises, office facilities, equipment, records, and administrative resources.Ensure effective coordination with Corporate HR & Admin on manpower approval, recruitment, employee matters, compliance, and implementation of company policies.E. Cost Control & Resource ManagementPrepare and monitor production and operational budgets in coordination with management.Control manufacturing costs through efficient utilization of raw materials, manpower, energy, utilities, and other resources.Monitor scrap, wastage, rework, overtime, maintenance expenses, and other operating costs.Ensure effective inventory control of raw materials, consumables, spare parts, and finished goods in coordination with relevant departments.Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives without compromising product quality or workplace safety.F. Health, Safety, Security & ComplianceEnsure a safe, healthy, and disciplined working environment throughout the factory.Ensure compliance with applicable labor laws, factory regulations, occupational health and safety requirements, fire safety standards, and environmental regulations.Ensure appropriate use of personal protective equipment (PPE), machine guards, fire safety equipment, and emergency response procedures.Conduct regular inspections and ensure timely corrective actions for identified risks and non-compliance.Maintain required statutory records, licenses, registers, and other factory compliance documentation in coordination with the relevant departments.G. Leadership, Coordination & ReportingLead and develop production, engineering, maintenance, quality, HR, and administrative teams.Establish departmental targets and performance indicators and review progress regularly.Coordinate with Sales, Supply Chain, Procurement, Finance, Corporate HR & Admin, and other relevant departments to ensure smooth operations.Submit regular reports to management on production, productivity, quality, costs, manpower, attendance, maintenance, safety, and overall factory performance.Implement management decisions and ensure accountability, discipline, and continuous improvement across all factory functions.Educational RequirementsBachelor in Engineering (BEngg) in Mechanical Engineering, Electrical & Electronic EngineeringExperience RequirementsAt least 15 year(s)The applicants should have experience in the following business area(s):Plastic/ Polymer IndustryAdditional RequirementsMinimum 15 years of professional experience in plastic manufacturing or a closely related manufacturing industry.At least 3 years of experience as a Factory Head, Production Head, Plant Head, or in an equivalent senior management position in a similar industry.Educational qualifications may be relaxed for exceptionally experienced and qualified candidates.Proven hands-on experience in plastic injection molding operations.Experience managing factory-level HR & Administration, workforce management, employee relations, and labor law compliance is required.Experience in plastic furniture, household plastic products, or other injection-molded plastic products will be highly preferred.Strong understanding of production planning, capacity utilization, preventive maintenance, quality control, and manufacturing cost management.Working knowledge of factory safety, fire safety, industrial maintenance, and environmental compliance.Proficiency in MS Excel, production reporting, and ERP or manufacturing management systems.Job LocationAnywhere in Bangladesh