Manager - Production

job description

Title : Manager – Production

Department: Operations

Location : Jhagadia

Reports To : Factory Manager

Overview

This position is responsible for planning and execution of production as per Supply Chain requirement with maximum efficiency and least cost along with EHS & QMS compliance

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Responsible for implementing efficient production plans to meet supply
• Responsible to production as per SOP and quality standards
• Responsible for conducting root cause analysis and identifying the issues and fixing them from recurring
• Responsible to conduct training on the operating processes to Supervisors and workers, always ensuring 5S and EHS compliance.
• Responsible for proper use of MRP, closing the orders on time
• Responsible to ensure MTS product socking levels is ensured at all times
• Proper accounting of all RM/PM/IM received from stores and handover of finished goods to ensure avoidance / pilferage of goods and wastages
• Responsible for weekly planning of RM and PM as per forecast and coordinate with stores and buyers for execution
• Responsible to strictly follow IMS and procedure as per ISO 9001 and 14001.
• Responsible to monitor productivity in Production , take measures to reduce waste
• Responsible to identify and implement Operational excellence ideas in the factory

Qualifications/Experience:

• BE or BTech in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. Additional degree or diploma in material planning and Safety is an added advantage.

Experience

• Minimum 15 Years of experience in Paint or Chemical construction industry.
• Experience/ Technical capabilities related to handling of Mixers, Dissolvers, HSD, Packing Machine, chiller, compressor, basic engineering , know how and liquid Formulation process.

Competencies required

Functional

• Time Management
• Inventory control management
• Manpower management
• Computer proficiency
• Knowledge of 5S
• Knowledge of production process as well as utilities

Behavioral

• Presentation & public speaking
• Training & development to subordinates
• Prompt decision making
• Strategic thinking, willing to accept the change management & positive attitude to solve the problems at shop floor level.
• Good leadership & communications skills.
• Result Orientation

BE or BTech in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. Additional degree or diploma in material planning and Safety is an added advantage.

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a globally leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protection in the building sector and industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 103 countries around the world, produces in over 400 factories, and develops innovative technologies for customers worldwide. In doing so, it plays a crucial role in enabling the transformation of the construction and transportation industries toward greater environmental compatibility. In 2024, Sika’s around 33,000 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.76 billion.