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Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Production Head / Production Manager to lead and manage end-to-end manufacturing operations. The candidate will be responsible for production planning, shop-floor management, resource optimization, quality, productivity, and timely delivery.

The ideal candidate should have strong leadership experience and a proven track record in manufacturing, automation, SPM, or engineering industries.

Key Responsibilities

  • Lead and manage the complete production function, including planning, scheduling, execution, and delivery.

  • Achieve production targets while maintaining required quality, cost, and delivery timelines.

  • Plan and optimize the utilization of manpower, machines, materials, and production resources.

  • Monitor daily production activities and ensure smooth shop-floor operations.

  • Track and improve key production KPIs such as OEE, productivity, downtime, rejection, rework, and efficiency.

  • Implement and sustain Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.

  • Coordinate with the Maintenance team for preventive and breakdown maintenance to minimize machine downtime.

  • Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective and preventive actions.

  • Ensure adherence to quality standards, work instructions, SOPs, and production processes.

  • Collaborate with Quality, Design, Purchase, Stores, Maintenance, and Supply Chain teams for smooth production operations.

  • Manage, motivate, train, and develop production teams to improve productivity and skill levels.

  • Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental requirements.

  • Monitor production costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.

  • Prepare and present production reports, KPI dashboards, and performance updates to senior management.

  • Drive timely completion of projects and customer orders as per committed schedules.

Required Skills & Qualifications

  • B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering.

  • 10–15 years of relevant experience in manufacturing/engineering production.

  • Strong experience in shop-floor management and production planning.

  • Proven experience managing production teams and achieving production targets.

  • Good knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement.

  • Strong understanding of OEE, productivity, downtime, rejection, and production KPIs.

  • Experience with ERP systems and production reporting tools.

  • Strong problem-solving and analytical skills.

  • Excellent communication and team-management abilities.

  • Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple production priorities.

Preferred Industry Experience

Candidates from the following industries will be preferred:

  • Special Purpose Machines (SPM)

  • Industrial Automation

  • Automation Equipment Manufacturing

  • Heavy Engineering / Fabrication

  • Precision Manufacturing

  • Tooling / Machine Building

  • Industrial Machinery