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1. Strategic Production Leadership • Design and execute scalable production strategies for multi-brand jewellery portfolios (diamond, gold, platinum, and fusion lines). • Collaborate closely with Design, Merchandising, and Marketing teams to ensure production aligns with brand vision, trends, and timelines. • Lead capacity planning and resource management across internal and outsourced manufacturing units in Mumbai and nearby clusters. 2. Manufacturing Operations • Manage all core production units (casting, CAD/CAM, setting, polishing, rhodium/plating, finishing, and packaging). • Drive daily/weekly production planning and monitor output against delivery timelines and SLAs. • Lead implementation of lean manufacturing, automation, and digital process controls. 3. Quality Assurance & Compliance • Establish strict quality control protocols across the production lifecycle. • Ensure compliance with BIS, GIA, RJC, and other applicable standards. • Manage root-cause analysis and implement corrective/preventive actions for production defects. 4. Cost, Yield & Efficiency Management • Monitor cost per unit and strive to reduce wastage, rework, and inefficiencies. • Drive continuous improvement (Kaizen, Six Sigma) and optimize yield across categories. • Oversee inventory and material flow to minimize working capital blockage. 5. People Leadership & Skill Development • Lead a team of 100–500+ artisans, supervisors, CAD designers, and operators. • Implement performance tracking, training programs, and succession planning. • Foster a high-performance and safe work culture across units. 6. Vendor and Ecosystem Management • Manage outsourced production partners, workshops, and job workers in Mumbai and allied hubs. • Ensure vendor quality alignment and turnaround compliance. • Develop strategic sourcing partnerships for scalability and innovation. Show more Show less
