AGM / DGM Plant

AGM / DGM Plant Operation

Department

Job Summary:

The Assistant Plant Manager supports the Plant Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the forging unit, ensuring efficient production of loom machine components. This role involves supervising shop-floor activities, managing production schedules, ensuring safety and quality standards, and coordinating with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities:

Production & Operations

• Assist in planning and executing daily production targets based on loom machine demand and delivery schedules.
• Monitor forging processes to ensure adherence to production and quality standards.
• Troubleshoot production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.

People Management

• Supervise shop-floor staff, including operators, technicians, and supervisors.
• Coordinate training and development of production staff.
• Ensure discipline, performance tracking, and attendance monitoring.

Quality & Safety

• Ensure forged parts meet quality standards and dimensional accuracy.
• Implement and enforce safety protocols and preventive maintenance schedules.
• Work with QA/QC teams for in-process and final inspection of components.

Inventory & Resource Management

• Manage raw material (billets, dies, lubricants) planning and consumption.
• Coordinate with procurement and stores for timely availability of inputs.
• Optimize material handling and WIP (Work in Progress) inventory.

Process Improvement

• Participate in Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S initiatives.
• Identify cost-saving opportunities and support implementation of automation or modernization efforts.

Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare daily production, downtime, and maintenance reports.
• Liaise with design, maintenance, and planning departments for smooth operations.
• Assist in audits (ISO, customer, internal) and documentation.

Qualifications & Skills:

Education:

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering or equivalent.

Experience:

• 10 - 15 years of experience in a forging unit, preferably in a heavy engineering or textile machinery manufacturing environment.

Technical Skills:

• Knowledge of forging processes (drop forging, upset forging, closed die forging).

• Knowledge of Heat Treatment & Water Resister

• Familiarity with machining, heat treatment, and die maintenance.
• Understanding of ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / local ERPs).
• Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings and QC instruments.

Soft Skills:

• Strong leadership and team management.
• Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
• Good communication and interpersonal skills.
• Focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.