Technical Head

Job Description : Technical Head / Manufacturing Head – Greenfield Project Location: Greater Noida, India Reports To: Global COO / Managing Director About the Role: A confidential South Korean Co. is seeking an experienced technical or manufacturing head to lead the end-to-end setup of a greenfield manufacturing unit in Greater Noida. This is a pivotal leadership opportunity for someone who has built or scaled world-class engineering facilities in India, especially in domains like hydraulics. Key Responsibilities: 1. Greenfield Setup Leadership: Spearhead the design, layout planning, infrastructure development, machinery sourcing, and commissioning of a new state-of-the-art manufacturing plant. 2. Technology & Process Strategy: Define and implement manufacturing processes aligned with global benchmarks for quality, automation, and operational excellence. 3. Cross-functional Execution: Build and manage core functions across production, maintenance, quality, EHS, supply chain, and engineering. 4. Vendor & Equipment Management: Lead selection and integration of capital equipment, plant automation, and tool room assets. 5. Operations Launch: Ensure timely project execution and a seamless transition from construction to full-scale production. 6. Compliance & Quality: Drive adherence to ISO, TS, or other relevant industry certifications. 7. People Leadership: Recruit and develop high-performance technical teams, ensuring succession planning and leadership depth. 8. Digital Transformation: Leverage Industry 4.0 tools and lean manufacturing practices to build a smart, agile factory. Candidate Profile: 1. Experience: 15–25 years in manufacturing operations, with at least 1–2 greenfield or brownfield projects successfully executed. 2. Domain Expertise: Strong background in hydraulics or precision engineering. 3. Leadership: Proven capability in managing large-scale plant builds and operations with cross-functional team leadership. 4. Education: Degree in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering. 5. Systems Orientation: Hands-on with lean, TPM, Six Sigma, and ERP implementation. Preferred Background: 1. Exposure to global quality systems, structured engineering environments, and automation-led manufacturing. 2. Experience in companies known for German, Swiss, or Japanese manufacturing excellence (motion technology or hydraulics preferred).

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