Deputy Manager Production Machine Shop

Position Overview

6. Maintenance & TPM

7. Safety, 5S & Compliance

Decision-Making Authority

1. Planning of the machines in alignment with weekly and monthly planning
2. Shift Planning and manpower planning
3. Try-out of new substitute for tool and Process changes
4. Resolving Quality problems
5. BIQ System followup
6. Improving the Skill level of the team
7. Coordination with Maintenance for the PM / TPM

Requires Management Approval:

1. Implementation of the Major process improvements
2. Implementation of breakthrough toolings
3. Implementation of process changes that may affect quality and tooling life / ECNs
4. Layout Changes
5. Implementation of material Handling Equipments

Reports to be Prepared and Submitted

1. External:

• ISO Audits
• Customers for the Delivery and Quality
• Suppliers for New tool try-outs , Fixture Try-outs

1. Internal

• Quality / Maintenance / PPC / NPD / Paintshop / FOP shop / FAB shop / HR / Purchase

Qualifications and Experience

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

• Preferred:

  NTTF or CAM-certified professional

Experience

• 10-12 years in machine shop leadership roles
• Hands-on experience with VMC, HMC, double-column, boring, CNC turning, hydraulic press brake
• Proven record of managing large teams (60+ operators) in mass production and high-variant environment

Industry Knowledge:

• Fabrication Industry
• Tier-1 Auto Industry

Skills and Competencies

• Expertise in GenCAM or equivalent CAM tools.
• Strong TPM, 5S, and OEE improvement know-how.
• SAP/ERP-based production tracking.
• MIS reporting and data-based decision making.
• Deep knowledge of tool setting, fixturing, machining parameters

Nice-to-Haves

• Lean manufacturing & Kaizen exposure.
• Knowledge of jig/fixture and tool design principles.
• Experience in customer-handling for Q&D .

Reporting Structure

• Solid Line Reporting: Manager Fabrication / Production Head
• Subordinates: Team Leaders, Operators (60+ team members)

What We Expect From You

• Lead a large team with ownership, discipline, and skill development focus
• Ensure delivery and quality commitments to customers
• Solve problems using root-cause techniques
• Maintain compliance in safety, TPM, and production reporting

What You Can Expect From Us

• Leadership development with a path to FOP Shop Head / Manufacturing Head roles within 3-5 years
• Performance-based career progression with defined milestones and structured reviews
• Supportive environment for continuous technical and managerial skill enhancement

Additional Information

• Adherence to all company policies and safety regulations is mandatory
• Continuous improvement is a core expectation across all KPIs
• Regular engagement in internal and customer audits