Vertical Head – Transformer Manufacturing

About the Role The purpose of this role is to lead and drive the overall Transformer Manufacturing business, with end-to-end accountability for P&L, production, quality, testing, maintenance, supply chain, capacity utilization, cost optimization, and operational excellence. The role will establish a high-performance, technology-enabled manufacturing ecosystem capable of delivering power and distribution transformers with the highest standards of safety, quality, productivity, and on-time delivery. It will also drive continuous improvement, capacity expansion, customer satisfaction, and sustainable business growth in line with the organization’s strategic objectives. Responsibilities Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations for power and distribution transformers. Manage production across core cutting, coil winding, core-coil assembly, tanking, and final assembly. Drive production planning, capacity utilization, productivity and manufacturing efficiency. Ensure timely production and dispatch aligned with project and customer requirements. Manage overall plant operations, manpower, equipment and infrastructure. Optimize plant capacity and identify bottlenecks for capacity enhancement. Drive lean manufacturing, automation, process improvement and operational excellence initiatives. Ensure effective utilization of machinery, tooling and production resources. Required Skills 20–25 years of overall experience in manufacturing/operations, preferably in Power / Distribution Transformer or Heavy Electrical Equipment industries. Minimum 8–10 years in senior plant/operations leadership roles such as Plant Head, Factory Head, GM Manufacturing, SGM Manufacturing, or Head – Operations. Strong experience in transformer manufacturing, including core cutting, winding, core-coil assembly, tanking, oil filling and testing. Track record of managing a large-scale manufacturing plant with significant production capacity and workforce. Experience in managing manufacturing costs, budgets, CAPEX and operational P&L.