Production Manager

Job Title: Production Manager
Department: Production / Operations
Location: Changa - Jamnagar
Reporting To: HOD – Production / Operations

Job Summary:

The Production Manager is responsible for overseeing all shop floor activities, supervising production and inspection teams, maintaining documentation, and ensuring adherence to quality and safety standards. This role acts as a bridge between the floor team and higher management.

Key Responsibilities:

• Report to the HOD for daily production status, shift-wise output, and any major breakdowns.
• Supervise the work of Line Supervisors, Operators, and Line Inspectors across all shifts.
• Verify and ensure that all production-related documents (e.g., in-process inspection reports, process sheets, checklists, rejection records) are filled correctly and timely.
• Monitor raw material availability and raise material requisitions to avoid stoppages.
• Coordinate with the Maintenance team for timely resolution of machine-related issues.
• Track and reduce rework, rejection, and downtime through effective root cause analysis.
• Ensure the workforce follows safety procedures and PPE usage at all times.
• Maintain shop floor hygiene, cleanliness, and implement 5S practices.
• Assist in daily production planning and shift-wise target setting.
• Conduct on-the-floor checks to ensure process compliance and standard operating procedures are followed.
• Evaluate operator performance and suggest training or job rotation where required.
• Collect data and prepare reports for production, quality, downtime, manpower, and absenteeism.
• Participate in morning meetings and review sessions with the HOD and management.
• Support audits (internal/external) and ensure readiness of floor documentation.
• Monitor shift changeover process to ensure proper communication and handover.
• Assist in implementation of Kaizen, Lean, and Continuous Improvement activities.
• Handle emergency situations (machine failure, manpower shortage) with quick decision-making.
• Control use of tools, gauges, and fixtures to prevent loss and damage.
• Raise requests for consumables and monitor inventory usage.
• Maintain discipline, resolve floor-level conflicts, and escalate issues to HOD if needed.

Qualifications and Skills:

• ITI / Diploma / Graduate in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial or Production Engineering
• 3–6 years of relevant supervisory experience in a manufacturing setup
• Good understanding of production flow, quality control, and shop floor documentation
• Basic knowledge of preventive maintenance and troubleshooting
• Familiarity with ERP systems and MS Excel
• Strong communication, leadership, and conflict resolution skills
• Ability to manage workforce under pressure and in shift operations

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹35,000.00 - ₹45,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Food provided
• Leave encashment
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Education:

• Bachelor's (Preferred)

Experience:

• Production management: 3 years (Required)

Work Location: In person