Factory Manager

Job Title: Factory Manager Industry: Chimney & Kitchen Appliances Manufacturing Job Summary:

The Factory Manager will be responsible for overseeing the entire factory operations, including production planning, manpower management, quality control, machine maintenance, inventory, and safety compliance. The role ensures smooth day-to-day functioning of the manufacturing unit and timely delivery of quality products like chimneys, gas hobs, cooktops, geysers, water heaters, and water purifiers.

Key Responsibilities:1. Production Management

• Plan, schedule, and supervise daily production activities.
• Ensure efficient utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production targets.
• Monitor production timelines to meet dispatch and market demand.

2. Quality Control

• Maintain strict quality standards for chimney and kitchen appliance components.
• Coordinate with QC team to reduce defects and ensure zero-error output.
• Implement continuous improvement initiatives (5S, Kaizen, Lean).

3. Manpower Handling

• Supervise factory staff, operators, technicians, and helpers.
• Manage attendance, discipline, and shift planning.
• Ensure training and skill development of workers.

4. Maintenance & Machinery

• Ensure preventive and routine maintenance of machines.
• Coordinate with maintenance team to reduce downtime.
• Monitor performance of fabrication, assembly, motor testing, and packaging units.

5. Inventory & Material Management

• Monitor raw material availability (steel sheets, motors, PCB, filters, glass, etc.).
• Reduce wastage and maintain proper stock levels.
• Coordinate with purchase and warehouse teams for smooth workflow.

6. Safety, Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure adherence to factory safety norms and government compliance.
• Maintain documentation related to production, stock, maintenance, and quality.
• Conduct regular safety audits and training sessions.

7. Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with HR, Purchase, Sales, and Logistics teams.
• Prepare daily/weekly production reports for management.
• Implement management decisions and factory policies.

Required Skills & Qualifications:

• Bachelor’s degree / Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, or Production Engineering.
• Minimum 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing (preferably chimneys or home appliances).
• Strong knowledge of production workflow, assembly processes, and quality standards.
• Leadership and manpower handling skills.
• Problem-solving ability and strong decision-making.
• Knowledge of MS Office, Excel, and ERP systems preferred.

Additional Preferred Skills:

• Experience in sheet metal fabrication.
• Knowledge of motor assembly, blower fitting, and chimney suction testing.
• Ability to work under pressure and meet deadlines.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹25,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person