Manager - Production (Heavy Machine Shop)

Role Overview

The Manager - Production for the Heavy Machine Shop will oversee and ensure the execution of production activities aligned with project timelines. This position requires hands-on operational expertise in various heavy machinery and effective coordination across departments to enhance productivity, quality, and safety.

Key Responsibilities

• Develop and implement production plans to meet delivery deadlines of projects.
• Apply extensive operational knowledge on Lathe, Vertical Turning Lathe (VTL), Grinding and Milling machines such as GPM, PM, and Heavy Boring Machines (HBM).
• Utilize sound understanding of CNC programming to optimize processes.
• Maximize utilization of available heavy equipment and manpower resources efficiently.
• Continuously monitor and enhance machine productivity and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Ensure strict compliance with quality standards aiming to reduce rework and non-conformance reports.
• Manage production scheduling, daily operations, and shop floor control effectively.
• Drive process improvements to reduce cycle times for essential components.
• Collaborate with teams from Planning, Quality Assurance, Maintenance, and Methods departments to streamline workflows.
• Enforce safety regulations and foster a workplace culture targeting zero incidents.
• Lead resolution efforts for any production-related issues on the shop floor.
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, incorporating methodologies such as Lean, Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), and Six Sigma.
• Oversee production costs and manage optimal utilization of resources.
• Support development and upskilling of team members to build capability.

Additional Information

This managerial role is based in Chorasi, Gujarat, India and demands full-time, onsite engagement with the heavy machine shop environment. The candidate will need to coordinate multi-disciplinary functions to deliver projects effectively.