Machine Shop In-Charge

Machine Shop In-Charge

Exp - 10 to 30 years

Key Responsibilities:

• Supervise daily operations of the machine shop, ensuring adherence to production schedules, safety, and quality standards.
• Hands-on leadership in

  machining processes

  : turning, milling, drilling, boring, grinding, and CNC operations.
• Work closely with

  design, planning, and quality teams

  to ensure components meet technical specifications for material handling systems.
• Optimize

  machine utilization, cycle times, tool life

  , and overall shop floor productivity.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles such as

  5S, Kaizen, Kanban, TPM

  , etc.
• Ensure

  equipment maintenance schedules

  are followed for both conventional and CNC machines.
• Manage a skilled workforce including

  operators, programmers, and fitters

  ; handle shift planning, training, and performance evaluation.
• Coordinate with the purchase and stores team to ensure

  availability of raw materials, tools, and consumables

  .
• Drive continuous improvement in

  process efficiency, cost reduction, and quality assurance

  .
• Maintain production records, reports, and MIS data; monitor KPIs like

  OEE, rejection rate, downtime

  , etc.
• Enforce adherence to

  safety protocols, statutory compliance, and ISO/AS standards

  .

Skills & Competencies:

• Deep knowledge of

  machine shop operations

  , including manual, semi-automatic, and CNC machines.
• Experience in

  fabrication of material handling systems

  or heavy engineering products.
• Proficiency in interpreting

  engineering drawings, GD&T

  , and machining tolerances.
• Strong understanding of

  metallurgy, cutting tools, jigs & fixtures, machining parameters

  .
• Effective team leadership, shop floor discipline, and decision-making skills.
• Exposure to

  ERP/MRP systems

  (SAP, Oracle, etc.) and production documentation.
• Basic knowledge of

  welding, assembly

  , and integration practices is an advantage.

Educational Qualification:

Diploma or B.E. / B.Tech

Preferred Candidates:

• Those with prior experience in

  crane systems, hoists, conveyors, lifts

  , or similar mechanical equipment.
• Candidates from

  material handling equipment manufacturers

  , system integrators, or heavy engineering sectors.