Production Head - Plastic Injection Moulding

Role & responsibilities

* Manage good relationship with factories top management

* Manage Junior team members & contribute considerably to the achievement of team objectives.

* Over all responsible for all activities of Production department.

* To ensure proper utilization of Man, Machine, Material & Method.

* Set and validate moulding process parameters.

* Troubleshoot moulding defects (flash, short shot, burn mark, etc.).

* Regular monitoring of target efficiency, utilization, %age rejection of production department.

* To co-ordinate with PPC department for smooth production.

* Regular monitoring & proper usage of regrinding material.

* Regular involvement in VA-VE activities in the plant.

* To co-ordinate & facilitate for all projects running in the dipartment.

* To ensure good quality production of the parts in the department.

* Regular involvement in plant improvement activities / Kaizens / 5S / Projects etc.

* Regular monitoring of customer related issues / countermeasures and action plans.

* To co-ordinate with stores / machine maint. / mould maint department for availability of material, consumables etc. and for trouble shooting / improving the up time of mould/machine.

* To co-ordinate with dispatch department for smooth supplies to the customer and to avoid defaults in term of quantity / time.

* Ensure in-process quality as per control plan.

* Coordinate with Quality team for first-off approval and corrective actions.

* Maintain production logs, process sheets, and downtime records.

* Oversee mould change activities ensuring minimal downtime.

* Ensure proper machine maintenance coordination with maintenance team.

* Drive 5S, Kaizen, and lean manufacturing practices.

* Participate in root cause analysis (8D, Why-Why).

* Guide and train operators and setters.

* Ensure safe working practices on shop floor.

* Any other tasks assigned by the Management.

Preferred candidate profile

* Strong knowledge of injection moulding machines

* Experience in Automobile Sector is Must.

* Experience in material handling (PP, ABS, Nylon, PC, POM, filled materials, etc.)

* Good understanding of mould design basics and troubleshooting

* Preparation & Implementation of VSA, MACE activities, ISO/IATF, EMS, OHSAS documentation.

* Hands-on with production data analysis and OEE improvement

* Strong leadership and communication skills