Asst Manager - Production

Key Responsibilities

• Overall Operations Management Lead daily manufacturing operations including machining, assembly, testing, and dispatch. Ensure smooth coordination between Production, Quality, Maintenance, Materials, and Planning teams. Achieve production targets as per customer delivery commitments. Drive operational efficiency, productivity, and capacity utilization. 2. CNC / VMC Machining Operations Oversee all CNC, VMC, and machining center operations in‐house. Ensure proper planning and scheduling of CNC/VMC machines. Monitor cycle time optimization, tooling life, and machine utilization. Implement best practices in setup reduction, tooling standardization, and machining accuracy. Coordinate with Engineering for process improvements and fixture development. 3. Production Planning & Control Develop production plans aligned with sales forecasts and customer requirements. Ensure material availability and machine readiness as per plan. Monitor WIP, bottlenecks, and throughput across departments. Minimize downtime through effective coordination with Maintenance and Planning. 4. Quality & Compliance Ensure manufacturing adheres to defined quality standards and specifications for gear pumps. Work closely with Quality team to reduce rejections, rework, and customer complaints. Ensure compliance with ISO, customer, and statutory requirements. Promote “Right First Time” culture on the shop floor. 5. Cost Control & Continuous Improvement Drive cost reduction initiatives through process optimization and waste elimination. Analyze production losses, scrap, rework, and downtime. Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and TPM initiatives. Improve OEE of CNC/VMC machines. 6. Maintenance & Asset Management Ensure preventive and breakdown maintenance of all CNC, VMC, and auxiliary machines. Improve machine uptime and reliability. Plan capacity expansion and machine additions in coordination with management. 7. Team Leadership & Training Lead and manage Production Managers, CNC Supervisors, Engineers, Operators, and Technicians. Ensure skill development and training of CNC/VMC operators. Monitor discipline, safety, and workforce productivity. Build a performance‐driven, accountability‐focused culture. 8. Safety, Environment & Shop Floor Discipline Ensure adherence to safety norms, PPE usage, and statutory compliance. Maintain clean, organized shop floor with strong 5S implementation. Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks. Team Reporting (Indicative) Production Manager / Engineers CNC / VMC Supervisors Assembly & Testing Supervisors Maintenance Team Shift In‐charges Key Skills & Competencies Strong knowledge of gear pump manufacturing processes . Hands‐on experience with CNC, VMC, machining centers, tooling, fixtures . Expertise in production planning, lean manufacturing, and OEE improvement. Strong leadership, decision‐making, and cross‐functional coordination skills. Ability to analyze data and drive performance improvements. Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems. Educational Qualification BE / BTech / Diploma in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering Additional qualification in Operations / Lean Manufacturing preferred Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements 6 Days Working What we Offer We are all owners of the company! Stock options(Employee Ownership Program) that align your interests with the company's success. Yearly performance-based bonus, rewarding your hard work and dedication. Leave Encashments Maternity/Paternity Leaves Employee Health covered under Medical, Group Term Life & Accident Insurance Employee Assistance Program Employee development with LinkedIn Learning Employee recognition via Awardco Collaborative, multicultural work environment with a team of dedicated professionals, fostering innovation and teamwork.