Sr. Manager - Production

Company Overview

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Job Summary

The Senior Manager - Production is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the entire production process within the organization. This role ensures the efficient, cost-effective, and high-quality manufacturing of auto-components by coordinating various production activities, managing resources, and implementing continuous improvement initiatives. The position plays a critical role in maintaining production schedules, ensuring compliance with quality and environmental standards, and driving operational excellence.

Responsibilities

• Prepare and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules based on demand forecasts and customer requirements.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain Management (SCM) to ensure uninterrupted supply of raw materials, bought-outs, and consumables.
• Optimize line balancing and resource allocation to meet TAKT time and cycle times, ensuring efficient workflow.
• Manage machining, welding, fabrication, assembly, and finishing operations related to auto-components.
• Monitor key production KPIs such as Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), yield, rework percentage, downtime, and productivity.
• Ensure strict adherence to Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process sheets.
• Work closely with Quality Assurance to maintain defect-free production and address quality issues.
• Drive corrective and preventive actions for customer complaints and internal non-conformities.
• Lead, guide, and motivate supervisors, team leaders, and operators to achieve production targets.
• Plan and manage manpower across shifts, promoting multiskilling and ongoing training.
• Foster a culture of discipline, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
• Ensure compliance with ISO 14001 (Environmental Management) and OHSAS standards (Occupational Health and Safety).
• Monitor environmental aspects such as energy consumption, waste management, and emissions.
• Control production costs, reduce scrap and rework, and implement cost-saving initiatives.
• Implement low-cost automation and poka-yoke (error-proofing) solutions.
• Support capex planning for new machinery, fixtures, and tooling.
• Drive Lean Manufacturing, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Kaizen practices.
• Promote 5S and visual management on the shop floor.
• Benchmark processes against best-in-class practices.
• Liaise with SCM, QA, Maintenance, Design, and Dispatch teams to ensure smooth operations.
• Submit Management Information System (MIS) reports on production performance, losses, and improvement actions.

Qualifications

• Educational Qualification: B.Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, or Industrial Engineering
• Experience: 12-15 years in production management within the auto-components or manufacturing industry
• Technical Skills:
  • Strong knowledge of production planning and scheduling
  • Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, and 5S
  • Familiarity with ISO 14001 and OHSAS standards
  • Proficiency in cost control and automation solutions
  • Experience with quality management systems and defect reduction
  • Ability to analyze KPIs such as OEE, yield, and downtime
• Soft Skills:
  • Leadership and team management
  • Excellent communication and coordination skills
  • Problem-solving and decision-making abilities
  • Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset

Preferred Skills

• Experience with Poka-yoke and low-cost automation
• Knowledge of environmental management and waste reduction
• Familiarity with ERP systems and MIS reporting
• Certification in Lean, Six Sigma, or related methodologies

Experience

• 12-15 years of relevant experience in production management within the automotive or manufacturing sector
• Proven track record of leading large teams and managing complex production processes

Environment

• The role involves working in a manufacturing plant environment with exposure to shop floor conditions
• The position may require shift work and manual handling of equipment
• The work setting emphasizes safety, discipline, and continuous improvement

Salary

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Benefits

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