Production Manager

Develop, implement and manage production plans, schedules & workflows to meet customer orders and internal targets.

Monitor production performance (output, yield, rejects, downtime) and take corrective actions where required.

Lead, coach and manage production team: supervisors, line-operators, shift leads. Set goals, review performance, train staff.

Ensure raw materials, consumables, tooling and equipment are available & maintained so production runs smoothly. Coordinate with procurement, stores & maintenance.

Implement & enforce manufacturing standards, SOPs, work instructions, ensuring quality, safety, and regulatory compliance (including automotive standards like IATF / ISO).

Drive continuous improvement: lean manufacturing, waste reduction, productivity improvement, OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) improvement, first-pass yield improvement.

Manage cost controls: labour cost, machine utilisation, energy, scrap/spoilage. Develop budget & monitor variances.

with quality, engineering, maintenance, supply-chain and other functions for product launches (NPI – New Product Introduction), process changes, tooling changes and production ramp-up.

Maintain production records, KPIs, MIS reports for senior management: production volume, efficiency, rejects, downtime, manpower utilisation.

Ensure safety, environmental & housekeeping standards are met on the shop floor (5S, TPM, visuals) and ensure workforce compliance.

Handle shift planning, manpower allocation, labour relations (if applicable), and ensure smooth transition between shifts/production lines.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Production/Industrial Engineering or equivalent (Diploma may be considered if substantial experience).

Experience: Typically 8-12 years of manufacturing/production experience in the auto or auto-ancillary industry, with minimum 3-5 years in supervisory/managerial role.

Proven track record in a manufacturing environment (especially auto components) with exposure to production planning, quality systems, process improvement.

Knowledge of automotive manufacturing environment, standards (IATF 16949, PPAP, etc) desirable.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ₹1,500,000.00 - ₹1,800,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person