Production Manager

Working Hours: 9:00 AM – 9:00 PM Job Purpose To lead and control end-to-end production operations, ensuring daily output targets are achieved with high quality, minimum wastage, proper manpower utilization, and timely dispatch. Key Responsibilities 🔹 1. Production Planning & Execution Plan daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules Ensure achievement of production targets Monitor hourly production and take corrective actions Balance manpower and machines for maximum efficiency 🔹 2. Shop Floor Management Supervise production supervisors and operators Maintain discipline and workflow on shop floor Control absenteeism and idle time Ensure adherence to SOPs and safety standards 🔹 3. Quality Control Coordination Work closely with Quality team to maintain standards Reduce rejection, rework, and customer complaints Take immediate action on process deviations Ensure no non-conforming material is dispatched 🔹 4. Material & Wastage Control Monitor raw material consumption Reduce scrap and improve yield Coordinate with Store for timely material availability Ensure proper material handling and storage 🔹 5. Process Improvement Identify bottlenecks and improve cycle time Implement productivity improvement initiatives Suggest automation or better process methods Lead continuous improvement activities 🔹 6. Reporting & Documentation Prepare daily production reports Track KPIs (Target vs Actual, Rejection %, Downtime, Efficiency) Present performance updates to management Required Skills & Competencies Strong leadership and manpower handling ability Strong knowledge of production planning and control Understanding of quality standards and inspection processes Problem-solving and decision-making ability Good communication skills Basic knowledge of Excel / reporting tools Qualification Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech (Mechanical / Production / Electrical preferred) Experience 2–6 years experience in manufacturing Minimum 2–3 years in a supervisory or managerial role