Position Title:
Factory Operations Head – Domestic Jewellery Manufacturing
Location: Andheri or Kandivali, Mumbai
Industry: Fine Jewellery Manufacturing (Gold, Diamond, and Platinum)
Reporting To: Managing Director
Experience Requirement: 10–15 years
Note: Only candidates with experience inreal jewellery(not imitation) will be considered.
About The Role
We are hiring a Factory Operations Head to lead end-to-end manufacturing for our fine jewellery division. This is a senior leadership role overseeing gold intake to finished goods dispatch, with operational command across precision processes such as casting, stone setting, polishing, and final QC. The ideal candidate brings deep technical knowledge, strong team leadership, and stringent inventory control practices in a high-value production environment.Key Responsibilities
- Lead day-to-day operations of the jewellery production unit including casting, metalwork, stone setting, and dispatch
- Collaborate with design, merchandising, and sales teams to align on production timelines and customization feasibility
- Monitor movement of gold and diamond inventory with robust loss-prevention and compliance mechanisms
- Oversee a large workforce comprising karigars, contractors, and in-house artisans—driving productivity, discipline, and skill-building
- Control key jewellery processes including CAD/CAM, moulding, wax setting, CNC, and engraving
- Implement strict audit controls and coordinate with security on handling of precious materials
- Introduce process optimization, lean systems, and technology to streamline factory workflow
- Manage preventive maintenance of all key machinery and ensure uninterrupted manufacturing
- Set performance KPIs and maintain regular MIS reporting for senior management
- Ensure adherence to hallmarking standards, BIS certification, labour laws, hygiene norms, and safety regulations
Candidate Profile
- Degree or diploma in Jewellery Manufacturing, Mechanical Engineering, or Industrial Production
- 10–15 years of experience managing full-cycle jewellery manufacturing in the domestic Indian market
- In-depth knowledge of 18K/22K gold, fusion jewellery, and diamond-studded craftsmanship
- Familiarity with jewellery-specific ERP systems and inventory management tools
- Hands-on experience in karigar management, shop floor operations, and vendor coordination
- Strong ethical standards and high accountability in handling high-value assets
What We Offer
- Opportunity to lead and shape operations of a growing, design-led fine jewellery brand
- A leadership role with strategic autonomy and end-to-end ownership
- Competitive compensation and performance-linked growth
To be considered, applicants must have prior experience in the
real jewellery industry
. Please do not apply if your experience is limited to imitation jewellery.Skills: jewellery-specific erp systems,gold,metal,analysis,process improvement,engraving,metal melting,resource management,shop floor operations,process optimization,cnc,metalwork,design,dispatch,final qc,jokham management,loss-prevention,management,output,jewellery production management,manufacturing,workshop safety,platinum,erp software,team leadership,production oversight,performance kpis,reporting,vendor coordination,cad/cam,organizational skills,wax setting,quality control,jewellery manufacturing,finishing,advanced excel,moulding,operations,leadership,production planning,silver,precious metal management,analytical skills,polishing,process mapping,inventory control,resource optimization,workshop safety standards,ms excel,production planning tools,diamond,erp systems,stone setting,productivity,metal handling,inventory management,karigar management,team development,lean workflow practices,analytical abilities,compliance,organizational abilities,maintenance,gold intake,casting,fine jewellery,security compliance