Senior Production Manager

As a Manufacturing Operations Manager, you will be responsible for leading and managing the overall manufacturing operations to ensure seamless coordination between Production, Stores, and Maintenance functions. Your role will involve optimizing plant performance, achieving production targets, maintaining equipment uptime, managing inventory levels, and fostering a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement. **Responsibilities:** - **Production Management** - Plan, direct, and monitor all production activities to achieve output, quality, and delivery targets (OTIF). - Implement lean manufacturing practices to reduce waste, improve efficiency, and enhance throughput. - Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), process controls, and quality standards. - Conduct daily production reviews to analyze variances and implement corrective actions. - Drive initiatives for productivity enhancement, manpower optimization, and capacity utilization. - **Stores & Inventory Control** - Oversee raw material, WIP, and finished goods inventory to ensure optimal stock levels. - Coordinate with Purchase and Planning teams for timely material availability. - Implement inventory management systems to minimize stockouts and excess holding. - Ensure accurate material accounting, stock audits, and FIFO compliance. - **Maintenance Management** - Supervise preventive and predictive maintenance programs to ensure zero breakdowns and high equipment uptime. - Develop maintenance schedules and monitor adherence to reduce machine downtime. - Coordinate with OEMs and vendors for spare parts, AMC, and technical support. **Qualifications:** - Bachelor's degree in business administration, Engineering, or related field. - Proven track record of success in leading and implementing operational improvements. - Minimum 10 years of experience in a leadership role within a fast-paced operations environment. In addition to the above responsibilities and qualifications, you should possess the following knowledge and skills: - A high degree of technical knowledge balanced with creative ability and a hands-on approach. - Computer literacy including MS Office, NAV, Business Central. - Knowledge of manufacturing operations such as welding, machining, etc. - Knowledge of production processes/techniques and standards like APQP and PPAP. - Strong communication and customer-facing skills. - Familiarity with methodologies like 3S, 5S, CAPA, RCA (Root cause analysis), and ISO 9001:2015. Please let me know if you need any further information.,