ARUR FOOTWEAR LTD (Formerly known as SR INDUSTRIES LTD)

Job Summary We are looking for an experienced and result-driven Senior Production Manager to lead end-to-end factory production operations for our large-scale footwear manufacturing unit. The role involves driving productivity, quality, manpower efficiency, and timely deliveries while ensuring compliance with safety and statutory standards. Key Responsibilities • Lead and manage end-to-end footwear production operations across Cutting, Stitching, Lasting, Finishing, and Packing. • Plan and control daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to achieve output and dispatch targets. • Handle manpower planning, allocation, productivity tracking, and workforce optimization across all departments. • Drive workflow control, line balancing, and factory productivity in a large-scale manufacturing setup. • Ensure strict implementation of quality assurance systems, SOPs, and buyer specifications. • Reduce wastage, rejections, downtime, and idle manpower through strong process controls. • Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and 5S for continuous process and efficiency improvement. • Lead cross-functional coordination with Materials, QA, Maintenance, and Design teams. • Manage high-pressure production timelines and urgent order executions with precision. • Develop, guide, and motivate large shop-floor teams including supervisors, line leaders, and operators. • Ensure full compliance with safety norms, statutory regulations, and audit requirements. • Maintain accurate MIS, ERP reporting, production documentation, and management review inputs. Requirements / Qualifications • Graduate in Engineering, Production, or Industrial Management; Diploma in Footwear Technology preferred. • 1015 years of hands-on experience in footwear manufacturing at plant/factory level. • Strong exposure to large-scale, listed manufacturing environments. • Proven expertise in manpower handling, workflow control, quality assurance, and factory productivity. • Ability to lead cross-functional teams and manage high-pressure production timelines.