Location: Chakan, Maharashtra, IndiaJob ID:84064
We Elevate... Quality of urban lifeOur elevators, escalators, and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day.As part of the Schindler team, you’ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities, and contribute to making places more accessible, inclusive, and sustainable for all. We combine innovation, safety, and high ethical standards, ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us. By joining us, you don’t just become part of our success story; you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874.Schindler India is a 100% owned subsidiary of Schindler Group headquartered out of Mumbai and is backed by 5000+ employees who are spread across the length and breadth of the country. Besides business operations, Schindler India has its own Corporate R&D Centre, Elevator and Escalator Factory and Shared Service Centre to support India operations, which is in-fact one of the fastest growing market now globally.
Join us as a
Manager - Production & Maintenance
Your Main Responsibilities
Objectives of the function
- To lead and manage all aspects of production activities in the sheet metal operations.
- Responsible for ensuring high-quality output.
- Responsible for ensuring operational efficiency, equipment reliability, and adherence to safety and compliance standards.
Responsibilities
- Oversee daily operations of sheet metal production shop
- Develop and implement production schedules to meet delivery timelines.
- Optimize resource utilization (manpower, machines, materials).
- Manage and mentor production supervisors, engineers, and technicians.
- Participate in capacity planning, capex budgeting, and technology upgrades.
- Support new product introductions and process validations.
- Monitor KPIs – Productivity, Sheet metal utilization, cost out initiatives, Machine utilization, PPM
- Reduce Operating cost and Work on cost saving projects throughout the department.
- Compliance of safety objectives while supervising manufacturing processes
- Maintain Disciplined in Unionized manpower and maintain open lines of communication.
between associates, Staff supervisors and Managers.
- Review of line wise losses and action plan to reduce the losses on the lines
- Positive collaboration with cross functional team for production activities and complete the
target by seeking support.
- Participate in MOST review, Time study and line balancing activity in department.
- Sustain the production processes as documented in QMS system or as per organization
Norms (ONs)
- Drive Continuous improvement (KAIZEN) culture by collaborating with Supervisors on each
- lines.
- Monitoring the skills of Employees and bridging the skill gaps by identifying it though skill
matrix.
- Monthly Recognition to the Employees for Good initiatives.
- To Update and maintain documents related to QMS, EMS, OHAS system.
- Participate in QMS, EMS, OHAS Audit both internal and external and maintain the required.
documents as per system.
- Doing inventory and ensuring minimum variance of material.
- Participation in external competition line QCFI, CII and represent the department.
- Self-review of Objectives assigned and timely completion.
- Energy management System. (Awareness, Monitoring, Compliance)
Authorities
Authority to implement lean practices, eliminate bottlenecks, and improve cycle times. Can approve or halt production based on quality issues; initiate corrective actionsDecides on machine usage, manpower deployment, and shift planning.Can prioritize urgent repairs and authorize external technical support. Participates in recruitment and approves skill development plansConducts appraisals, sets KPIs, and enforces discipline when needed.Manages operational budgets and cost-saving initiatives.Can stop operations if safety standards are compromised.Leave approval for reportees.
What You Bring
Education
- Diploma in Mechanical/Production Engineering or
- BE in Mechanical/Production Engineering.
Professional Skills
- Deep understanding of processes like laser cutting, bending, punching, welding, riveting, and assembly.
- Familiarity with CNC machines, press brakes, turret punches, MIG/TIG welding stations, and robotic automation.
- Ability to develop and manage production schedules, optimize takt time, and balance workloads.
- Proficient in ISO 9001, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and root cause analysis (8D, Fishbone, etc.).
- Strong grasp of TPM (Total Productive Maintenance), predictive maintenance, and equipment reliability metrics.
- Experience with manufacturing software for tracking production, inventory, and performance SAP etc.
- Capable of leading cross-functional teams, setting goals, and driving accountability.
- Skilled in handling shop-floor disputes and fostering a collaborative work environment.
- Identifies opportunities for cost reduction in materials, labor, and energy usage.
- Prepares dashboards, production reports, and presentations for senior leadership.
Professional Experience
- Directed daily operations across laser cutting, CNC punching, bending, welding, and assembly lines.
- Collaborated with design and engineering teams for manufacturability reviews and new product introductions.
- Oversaw safety audits, ISO 9001 compliance, and environmental standards (ISO 14001).
- Conducted root cause analysis for quality issues and led cross-functional corrective action teams.
- Candidate should have good presentation and communication skills.
- Good experience to deal with Union manpower and conflict management skills
- Time management & skills to execute the task on time are essential.
- Ability for team building and lead the team of 40 to 50 Manpower both permanent and contract.employees.
- Analytical thinking through data analysis and problem-solving skills.
Standard Awareness
- Occupational Health, Safety, environment & Quality policy awareness
- ISO 14001,45001, 9001 standard awareness
- ISO 50001 EnMS standard awareness
Languages
IT
- Good Hands-on Excel, Power points presentation, Word documents.
- Fluent English Typing for written communication.
- Good Hands-on tools Microsoft outlook and Microsoft teams.
- Basics of Microsoft power BI.
What’s in it for you?
- Join our purpose-driven organization. Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day.
- Your development matters to us. We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career.
- Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture. Through local and global initiatives, we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued.
We Elevate… Your Career
Become part of our team, help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability. We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow.
Are you ready to embark on a new journey? Join #TeamSchindler! Discover more on our career website.
At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity, and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all. We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age, race, ethnic background, color, religious affiliation, union affiliation, gender, gender identity, sexual orientation, marital status, national origin, nationality, genetics and health or disability.
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