Manufacturing Production Manager

Factory Head / Plant Head / Director

Job Summary

The Production Manager is responsible for planning, organizing, and supervising all production activities to ensure products are manufactured efficiently, safely, and according to quality standards. The role focuses on meeting production targets, minimizing downtime, controlling costs, and improving manufacturing processes.

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Execution

Plan daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.

Ensure production targets are achieved within the specified timelines.

Monitor machine utilization and production efficiency.

Coordinate with the Planning, Purchase, Stores, and Dispatch teams to ensure uninterrupted production.

Team Management

Supervise production supervisors, operators, and shop-floor workers.

Allocate manpower according to production requirements.

Conduct training and skill development programs for production staff.

Maintain discipline and improve employee productivity.

Quality Control

Ensure products comply with company quality standards and customer specifications.

Coordinate with the Quality Control (QC) department to resolve quality issues.

Implement corrective and preventive actions to reduce defects and rework.

Process Improvement

Identify opportunities to improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs.

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

Reduce machine downtime, material wastage, and production losses.

Inventory & Material Management

Monitor raw material availability and coordinate with the purchase and stores departments.

Control production material consumption and minimize waste.

Ensure proper handling and storage of finished and semi-finished goods.

Machine & Maintenance Coordination

Coordinate with the maintenance team for preventive and breakdown maintenance.

Ensure machines are operating safely and efficiently.

Minimize production interruptions caused by equipment failures.

Safety & Compliance

Ensure compliance with all safety regulations and company policies.

Promote safe working practices on the shop floor.

Ensure proper use of PPE and adherence to statutory requirements.

Reporting

Prepare daily production reports, machine efficiency reports, rejection reports, and manpower reports.

Monitor production KPIs such as output, efficiency, rejection rate, downtime, and productivity.

Present performance reports to senior management.

Required Qualifications

Bachelor's Degree or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

5–10 years of experience in a hardware manufacturing or engineering production environment.

Experience in handling production teams and manufacturing operations.

Required Skills

Production planning and scheduling

Team leadership and manpower management

Quality management

Process improvement and cost control

Knowledge of manufacturing processes and machinery

Root cause analysis and problem-solving

Inventory management

MS Excel and ERP software knowledge

Strong communication and leadership skills

Preferred Industry Experience

Experience in manufacturing products such as:

Door Handles

Mortise Locks

Hinges

Tower Bolts

Cabinet Hardware

Furniture Fittings

Architectural Hardware

Stainless Steel and Brass Hardware Products

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Production target achievement

On-time production completion

Production efficiency (OEE)

Rejection and rework percentage

Machine downtime

Material wastage

Labour productivity

Cost per unit produced

Safety compliance

Customer complaint reduction

• It is a Full Time Manufacturing job for candidates with 6+ years of experience.