Plant Engineering Manager

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Job Description:

Job Summary

The Plant Engineering Manager will lead the Plant Engineering Function at the 3M India Manufacturing Plant in Pune. The role requires deep expertise in Plant Engineering, Maintenance, and Utilities, ensuring production and utility equipment are designed, installed, commissioned, and maintained to meet or exceed plant targets for safety, cost, quality, and productivity.

The incumbent will apply broad technical knowledge and extensive experience to solve complex engineering and operational challenges, drive continuous improvement, and ensure compliance with corporate standards. The role carries full leadership responsibility for a team of professionals and support staff, including planning, resource allocation, performance management, and capability development.

This position is pivotal in enabling uninterrupted plant operations, driving efficiency, and ensuring alignment with business and strategic goals.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage Plant Engineering, Maintenance, Utilities, and Facilities functions to ensure uninterrupted operations and compliance with safety and quality standards.

• Supervise installation, commissioning, and maintenance of production and utility equipment to support production targets.

• Drive continuous improvement projects, investigate alternative technologies, and introduce best practices to enhance plant performance.

• Manage budgets, resources, and workforce planning, ensuring optimal utilization and cost-effectiveness.

• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing, Quality, Process Engineering, HSE, Materials, Warehousing, and Lean/CI teams to resolve issues and improve efficiency.

• Provide technical expertise, guidance, and training to subordinates on critical Plant Engineering KPIs and practices.

• Ensure adherence to 3M corporate values, ethical standards, and compliance with regulatory and company policies.

• Lead employee development through coaching, training, and performance management.

• Manage contracts and vendor relationships associated with plant engineering and maintenance services.

Qualifications

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering – Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics (in that order of preference) required.

• Master’s degree (preferred).

Experience

• 15–18 years of relevant experience in Plant Engineering, Facilities & Utilities, and Maintenance within a manufacturing/production environment.

• Proven track record in project engineering, project management, and cross-functional leadership.

Knowledge, Skills & Abilities

• Expert knowledge of engineering practices in Plant Engineering, Utilities, Maintenance, Quality Systems, Spares/Materials Control, Warehousing, and HSE.

• Strong business acumen with knowledge of competitors, industry trends, and market best practices.

• Proficiency in IT and ERP systems; familiarity with HR, procurement, and corporate systems.

• Demonstrated leadership and supervisory skills including performance management, change management, conflict resolution, and team development.

• Strong analytical, conceptual problem-solving, and decision-making skills.

• Effective communication and persuasion skills with the ability to engage cross-functional stakeholders and senior leadership.

• High emotional intelligence and ability to lead in a dynamic, complex environment.

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