Factory Manager

Key Responsibilities

Operational Management

Supervise and control daily production activities to ensure timely and quality output.

Plan and schedule manufacturing activities to meet delivery deadlines and optimize resource use.

Ensure preventive maintenance and smooth functioning of machinery and equipment.

Monitor factory KPIs including productivity, efficiency, wastage, and quality performance.

Team & Department Management

Lead and manage the factory team including production, quality, maintenance, stores, and dispatch.

Assign work, monitor performance, and ensure adherence to safety and discipline.

Develop and train shop-floor workers and supervisors for skill improvement and efficiency.

Technical Oversight

Read and interpret engineering drawings related to fabrication, welding, and assembly.

Monitor fabrication processes such as cutting, welding, grinding, and finishing.

Handle fabrication of Cuplock systems, MS structures, shuttering plates, etc.

Ensure proper use of jigs, fixtures, and fabrication tools.

Quality & Safety Compliance

Implement and monitor quality control procedures as per standards.

Ensure compliance with safety norms and factory regulations.

Coordinate with the quality department to ensure defect-free production.

Coordination & Reporting

Liaise with senior management for production planning and project requirements.

Coordinate with the purchase department for raw materials and consumables.

Maintain documentation, stock registers, production reports, and daily MIS.

Required Skills & Competencies

Strong knowledge of fabrication techniques, materials, and shop-floor management.

Ability to read and interpret technical drawings and production layouts.

Proficiency in handling factory operations with leadership and people-management skills.

Familiarity with 5S, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing principles is preferred.

Computer literacy and basic ERP knowledge.

Qualifications

Diploma/Degree in Mechanical Engineering or Production Engineering.

15 years of hands-on experience

Preferred Candidate Profile

Experience in managing fabrication shops for scaffolding, shuttering, structural items, or construction equipment.

Moraiya, Changodar, Bavla, Sarkhej

Capable of independently managing 4050 workers and production teams.

Retired technical professionals with relevant background may also be considered for senior advisor or part-time managerial roles.