Head of Manufacturing/Production

Job Description

Head of Manufacturing/Production Location: Smartcity, Kochi Job Type: Full Time Experience: 8 to 10 Years Qualification: B.Tech in Electronics/Electrical Engineering Job Summary: We are looking for a highly skilled Head of Manufacturing who will lead and manage the entire manufacturing process, ensuring efficient production, quality, and adherence to safety standards, while also overseeing budgets and resource allocation The ideal candidate should have extensive experience in supply chain management, vendor negotiations, inventory control, and leading assembly operations to ensure high-quality production and efficiency. Key Responsibilities: 1. Production Management Plan and execute the manufacturing orders with quality and within budget Come up with a proper production plan to ensure optimal usage of the production team and ensure completion as per plan. Undertake complete responsibility of production from Purchase order generation to export of order Coordinate with design and engineering teams for production feasibility. Do customer interaction and provide timely updates about the production status Provide pre sales support to the sales team on providing quotes in timely manner for winning production orders 2. Procurement & Vendor Management Develop and execute cost-effective purchasing strategies. Identify and manage suppliers, negotiating contracts and ensuring material quality. Work with the logistics, operations and finance team for import/export logistics, customs clearance, and supplier payments. Ensure timely procurement to avoid production delays. Understanding of DFM/DFA process Work with Fab and assembly vendors and design team for EQ closures 3. Inventory & Materials Management Ensure optimal stock levels to support production using Inventory management tools like Zoho Inventory Conduct stock audits and update the inventory status for all inventory stocks Optimize material usage to reduce costs and minimize waste. Required Qualifications: Bachelors degree in Electronics & Communication Engineering or related field. Strong expertise in procurement, supply chain management, and vendor negotiations. Experience managing assembly line operations and production planning. Preferred Skills: Experience in electronics and mechanical assembly operations. Expertise in cost reduction strategies, warehouse management, and logistics. Strong problem-solving, leadership, and team management abilities.