Utopia Industries is Hiring a DGM Production &…

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute the strategic vision for the Metal Division, aligning production, operations, and product development with organizational objectives and business growth.
• Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations, ensuring achievement of production, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity targets.
• Optimize production capacity, resource utilization, production planning, and operational workflows to maximize efficiency and minimize lead times.
• Establish, monitor, and review divisional KPIs, dashboards, and operational reports to drive performance, accountability, and informed decision-making.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives to enhance operational excellence, reduce waste, and improve OEE/OLE.
• Lead new product development and industrialization by ensuring manufacturability, cost optimization, quality, and timely product launch to strengthen market competitiveness.
• Direct plant expansion, capacity enhancement, and capital investment projects, including planning, procurement, installation, and commissioning of new facilities and equipment.
• Oversee Production Planning & Control, inventory management, and cross-functional coordination to ensure uninterrupted production, material availability, and efficient supply chain operations.
• Ensure compliance with quality, health, safety, environmental, and statutory requirements while promoting a safe and high-performance work environment.
• Drive division-wide cost optimization through effective resource utilization, process improvements, strategic sourcing, and disciplined management of Capex and Opex budgets.
• Review financial and operational performance reports, providing strategic insights and recommendations to senior management for business improvement.
• Build, mentor, and develop high-performing leadership teams while fostering a culture of collaboration, accountability, innovation, and continuous improvement.

Requirements

• Bachelor’s/Master’s degree in Engineering or related discipline.
• 10–12 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations and product development, with at least 2–3 years in a senior leadership role, preferably in manufacturing and export-focused industries.
• Strong leadership, communication, stakeholder management, and change management capabilities with a focus on talent development and organizational growth.
• Proven experience in leading large, cross-functional teams and driving operational excellence through Lean Manufacturing, process optimization, NPD/NPI initiatives, and continuous improvement.
• Exposure to strategic planning, capacity expansion, business development, and delivering measurable operational and financial performance improvements.
• Excellent analytical, decision-making, and problem-solving skills with a data-driven approach.
• Leverage Lean Six Sigma and Project Management certification (PMP or equivalent) to enhance operational excellence.

Benefits

• Market Competitive Salary
• Performance Bonuses and Rewards
• Health Insurance

How To Apply

Interested candidates should send their CV to: jobs@utopia.pk

CC: javed.raja@utopia.pk | humayun.khalid@utopia.pk

Mention “DGM Production & Development (Metal Division)” in the subject line of your email.

Applications must be submitted by 27th June 2026.

Only shortlisted candidates will be contacted.

Location: Utopia Industries Unit 4, Plot J-21, SITE Phase 2, M-9 Motorway, Karachi

Application Deadline: 27th June 2026