Assistant Manager – Production (Assembly, Fabrication, Coil- Section – AHU)

Job Title:

Assistant Manager – Production (Assembly, Fabrication, Coil- Section – AHU)

Company Name

Department:

Production

Location:

Malur (Industrial Area), Near Bangalore. Karnataka

Reports To:

Production Head

Salary 7 – 9 LPA

Contact Person

Rajesh Kumar (AGM-People & Culture)

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Email ID

Job Summary

The Assistant Manager – Production (Assembly, Fabrication & Coil - Section – AHU) is responsible for overseeing day-to-day operations of AHU assembly, fabrication & coil lines. This includes managing production targets, optimizing workflow, ensuring product quality, reducing waste, and leading a team of technicians/operators. The role demands strong leadership, planning, and hands-on knowledge of AHU manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Execution

• Plan and execute daily/weekly/monthly production schedules to meet delivery targets.
• Coordinate with planning, design, and stores departments for timely availability of materials and drawings.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machines, and materials.

2. Assembly, Fabrication & Coil Oversight

• Supervise AHU fabrication processes including sheet metal cutting, bending, punching, welding, and finishing.
• Monitor and guide assembly processes, ensuring adherence to design specifications and quality standards.
• Ensure SOPs and work instructions are followed at every stage of production.

3. Quality Assurance

• Work closely with the Quality department to implement in-process quality checks.
• Conduct root cause analysis of defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure final products meet customer specifications and internal quality norms.

4. Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and train production supervisors, technicians, and workers.
• Monitor performance and provide feedback to improve efficiency and morale.
• Ensure discipline, safety, and a productive work environment on the shop floor.

5. Cost & Process Optimization

• Identify areas of waste, rework, and downtime; implement Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen initiatives.
• Improve production efficiency through process enhancements and automation wherever feasible.

6. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure strict adherence to safety protocols and statutory compliance in the fabrication assembly & coil areas.
• Promote a culture of safety and continuous improvement among shop floor staff.

Required Qualifications & Skills

• Education

  : Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering.

• Experience

  : 7–10 years of experience in production, with at least 5 years in a supervisory role in AHU or similar HVAC equipment manufacturing.

• Technical Skills

  :
• Knowledge of AHU components and assembly processes.
• Proficiency in reading technical drawings and BOMs.
• Familiarity with sheet metal fabrication machines and tools.
• Understanding of Lean, 5S, TPM, and other manufacturing best practices.

• Soft Skills

  :
• Strong leadership and team management skills.
• Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.
• Good communication and coordination across departments.

Preferred

• Certification in Six Sigma, Lean Manufacturing, or similar will be an added advantage.