Head of Manufacturing

Job Purpose :

Smooth running of the entire Manufacturing plant by ensuring 100% compliance, and the safety of people, products, and equipment by ensuring all the laid down policies and procedures to meet the targets. Ensure meeting customer dispatch with high Quality and on-time delivery.

Principal Accountabilities :

• Manufacturing Strategy :
• Plan, organize and manage all the aspects of manufacturing to ensure meet the ON-TIME DELIVERY of Quality products within stipulated costs of products.
• Monitor production schedules and coordinate with all other functions to meet the scheduled targets on time.
• Implement and maintain standard operation procedures and policies to bring standardization of all the processes, which will help in manufacturing quality products within standard takt time.
• Ensure all the skilled manpower available in the lines and add new people by using your networks which will help in manufacturing and delivery of products on time,
• Production Planning and Execution
• Establishing the production schedule as per PPC / Sales based on demand.
• Ensure that the planned product mix is produced as per plan, meeting the targets with respect to number, schedule, quality, and cost.
• bring in new ideas to inculcate flexibility in lines by accommodating the changes.
• Coordination with internal and external stakeholders :
• Coordination with sales on delivery timelines.
• Coordinate with Quality & SCM to meet the planned targets.
• Plan & Manage the contractor's blue-collar workforce for Manufacturing.
• Managing Costs :
• Monitor expenses, identify cost-saving opportunities, and implement measures to control production costs without compromising quality and efficiency.
• In charge of all conversion costs including contractor payments, and general conversion costs like Gas, Electricity, consumables, R&M, scrap, etc.
• Quality and Safety
• Ensure the production of high-quality fabricated products. Conduct regular inspections and audits to verify compliance with quality standards. Address any quality issues or non-conformances and implement corrective actions.
• Overall responsibility for all aspects of safety, Quality, productivity, and customer complaints.
• Managing and Developing People
• Lead and supervise a team of fabrication technicians, engineers, and support staff. Provide guidance, training, and support to ensure a high level of performance and productivity.
• Health & Safety
• Ensure a safe working environment for all employees by enforcing safety policies and procedures. Conduct regular safety inspections, identify potential hazards, and implement corrective actions to minimize risks. Promote a culture of safety awareness and compliance.
• Process Compliance
• Responsible for ensuring that all set processes are followed.

Knowledge & Skills needed to deliver on the accountabilities :

Formal Education Requirements, as applicable :