Required Manager - Production (Only Cable Industry Candidate Apply)

PRODUCTION MANAGER

1. tejas.chavan@finolexjpower.com 2. rahul.jadhav@finolexjpower.com

Department:

Manufacturing / Production

Location:

Shirwal (Dist- Satara) 60 KMS from Pune , Maharashtra.

Reporting To:

GM Operations (Plant Head)

Job Purpose:

To lead and optimize the full spectrum of production operations at an Extra High Voltage (EHV) cable manufacturing facility. The role demands leadership in planning, quality, safety, process efficiency, and cross-functional coordination to ensure timely, cost-effective, and standard-compliant output of EHV cables (up to 500kV).

Key Responsibilities:

• Production & Operations Management
• Manage all production floor activities to ensure output of EHV cables meets daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
• Execute production scheduling and machine allocation in sync with dispatch deadlines.
• Supervise manufacturing all machines with VCV lines.
• Ensure SOPs and operational standards are strictly followed.
• Quality & Process Control
• Maintain ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001, and IEC/IS/BS standards compliance.
• Drive real-time quality control throughout all cable production processes.
• Coordinate with QA for validation, certifications, and customer inspections.
• Safety, Compliance & EHS
• Implement and enforce all EHS standards and safety protocols.
• Conduct regular toolbox talks, hazard audits, and safety trainings.
• Ensure safe workplace culture with zero tolerance for violations.
• Resource & Inventory Planning
• Coordinate with planning, purchase, and stores for timely availability of raw materials (Cu/Al conductors, XLPE, HDPE, PVC, Tape, Dispatch Drum, and Machine Tools etc.).
• Optimize RM consumption and reduce scrap below industry benchmarks
• Team Leadership & Development
• Lead and mentor a team of engineers, supervisors, and operators across shifts.
• Identify skill gaps and arrange continuous training programs.
• Establish KPIs and ensure high-performance team culture.
• Technology, Automation & Continuous Improvement
• Lead lean manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, 5S, and low-cost automation initiatives.
• Implement process automation, tools design, and line speed optimization techniques.
• Maintain minimal downtime and high productivity through preventive maintenance strategies.
• Reporting & MIS
• Prepare and review daily production reports, scrap analysis, and resource utilization.
• Provide timely MIS inputs and strategic suggestions to top management.
• Maintain accurate documentation for audits and compliance.

Qualifications:

• Education:
• BE/B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, or Production Engineering
• (MBA/PGDM is a plus)

Experience:

• 12 to 20 years in power cable manufacturing, with

  at least 5 years in managing EHV cable production

  (up to 220kV/400kV/500kV)

Key Skills & Competencies:

• In-depth knowledge of EHV cable processes: conductor making, XLPE insulation, sheathing, curing, armoring.

• Familiar with IEC /ISO/IS standards.

• Strong command of SAP/S4 HANA or similar ERP systems.

• Excellent leadership, planning, problem-solving, and communication skills.

• Strong grasp of tooling, extrusion ratio, line speed calculations, and drum design.

Certifications Preferred:

• Six Sigma / Lean Manufacturing Certification

• PMP or similar Project Management credential

• EHS/OHSAS Certification