Press Shop Supervisor

Press Shop Supervisor

• Supervise and coordinate all activities related to press shop production.
• Allocate manpower and assign tasks to operators and contract workers.
• Ensure machine setup, tooling change, and production planning are completed as per schedules.
• Monitor machine operation to ensure quality output.
• Troubleshoot minor mechanical issues and escalate maintenance needs to the relevant department.
• Ensure operators follow safety procedures and wear appropriate PPE.
• Inspect and verify production output meets quality standards and tolerances.
• Maintain production records, daily reports, and rejection logs.
• Coordinate with the Quality and Maintenance departments for smooth operation.
• Train new operators and continuously upskill existing manpower.
• Maintain 5S and TPM practices on the shop floor.
• OEE, Schedule vs Actual, WIP.
• Ensure zero accidents and zero-defect production targets.

Key Requirements:

• Qualification:

  BE / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering or related field

• Experience:

  6+ years in press shop operations, with at least 2 years in a supervisory role

• Knowledge of:

• Pneumatic press operations
• Sheet metal components manufacturing
• Basic Tool Setting knowledge
• Quality systems and documentation (ISO, IATF)
• Safety practices and PPE compliance

• Skills:

  Team leadership, production planning, problem-solving, communication, and shift management

Preferred Qualities:

• Experience in automotive or precision component manufacturing industry
• Ability to work under pressure and meet targets
• Computer literacy (MS Excel, SAP systems)