Factory Operations Manager – Pods, Panels, Volumetric & Precast/PEB/PFB

Job Title: Factory Operations Manager – Pods, Panels, Volumetric & Precast/PEB/PFB

Location: Indapur, Maharashtra

Company: Modulex Modular Buildings Pvt Ltd

Job Description:

We are seeking an experienced and highly organised Operations Manager to lead the offsite manufacturing and production operations for our modular construction division at the Indapur facility. This role focuses on the efficient and high‑quality delivery of bathroom/kitchen pods, panelised systems, volumetric modular units, precast elements, PEB (Pre‑Engineered Buildings), PFB (Pre‑Fabricated Buildings), and Light Gauge Steel (LGS) structures within a controlled factory environment.

You will oversee production planning, workflow optimisation, quality control, team leadership, and coordination with other departments such as design, purchasing, HR and onsite construction teams to ensure seamless delivery and installation of our offsite product range.

Key Responsibilities:

Production & Manufacturing Management

• Lead day-to-day factory operations for pods, panels, and volumetric modules

production.

• Develop and execute production schedules aligned with project deadlines.
• Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and compliance standards (e.g., ISO, CE,

building regs).

• Implement lean manufacturing practices and continuous improvement

initiatives.

Team Leadership

• Manage and mentor production supervisors, technicians, and assembly staff.
• Ensure adequate staffing, training, and performance management.
• Foster a culture of accountability, collaboration, and safety.

Logistics & Supply Chain Coordination

• Coordinate material procurement and inventory control.
• Oversee transportation and delivery of finished modules to project sites.
• Minimize production delays through proactive supply chain management.

Quality Assurance & Compliance

• Establish and enforce QA/QC procedures for panel/pod/modular units.
• Work with design and engineering teams to assist, feedback and improve the

DfMA (Design for Manufacture and Assembly) process.

• Address and resolve production defects or non-conformities swiftly.

Process Optimization & Strategic Planning

• Oversee performance metrics (KPIs), drive accountability, and report on

operational effectiveness to executive leadership.

• Analyse production data to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies.
• Collaborate with leadership on long-term manufacturing strategy and capacity

planning.

• Drive automation and digitalization initiatives in offsite construction processes.

Key Competencies:

• Results-oriented and hands-on leadership.
• Strong problem-solving and decision-making skills.
• Effective communication across multidisciplinary teams.
• Adaptability in a fast-paced, scalable, evolving environment.

Qualifications & Experience:

• Degree or diploma in Construction Management, Engineering, Manufacturing, or

a related field.

• Certification in project/operations management (e.g., PMP, APICS, Lean Six

Sigma).

• Experience in BIM workflows and DfMA principles.
• Proven experience (15+ years) in an operations or production management role,

ideally in modular/offsite construction.

• Strong knowledge of construction systems or at least experience in areas such as

PEB, steel frame, MEP, interior fit-out and external façades.

• Experience working in a factory/manufacturing environment.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar process improvement

methodologies.

• Proficient in project management tools and ERP/MRP systems.
• Excellent leadership, organizational, and communication skills

Job Type: Full-time

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Indapur, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,600,000.00 - ₹2,100,000.00 per year

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Indapur, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Required)

Application Question(s):

• Have you worked with pods, panels, volumetric modules, precast, PEB, PFB, or Light Gauge Steel (LGS) manufacturing before? Please elaborate.

• What is your total work experience (in years)?

• Who is your current employer?

• What is your current designation?

• What is your current CTC (Cost to Company)?

• What is your notice period or availability to join?

Work Location: In person