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Head - Production - Caravan Manufacturing / Bus Body Building

Head - Production - Caravan Manufacturing / Bus Body Building

SRM GroupChennai, India
8 days ago
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Job Description - Production Head (Bus Body Building & Caravan Manufacturing)

Position Title : Production Head - Bus Body & Caravan Manufacturing

Department : Manufacturing / Production

Reports to : Management

Location : chennai

Role Purpose :

The Production Head is responsible for leading and managing the entire bus body building and caravan manufacturing operations, ensuring timely delivery, cost-effectiveness, quality compliance, and innovation in design and fabrication. This role requires strong expertise in automobile body fabrication, assembly line management, and customization of caravans / mobile units, while maintaining safety, quality, and productivity standards.

Key Responsibilities :

Production Planning & Control :

  • Develop and implement production schedules to meet delivery timelines for buses and caravans.
  • Coordinate with design / R&D teams to translate drawings and client specifications into production-ready plans.
  • Ensure optimal capacity utilization, resource allocation, and workflow management.
  • Implement lean manufacturing practices to reduce wastage and cycle time.

Manufacturing Operations :

  • Oversee fabrication, welding, painting, electrical fitting, plumbing, and final assembly of bus bodies and caravans.
  • Ensure integration of interiors (furniture, upholstery, kitchen, bathroom, A / C, multimedia systems) in caravans.
  • Monitor shop-floor operations and resolve technical / production bottlenecks.
  • Enforce compliance with automobile body building regulations, AIS / BIS standards, and safety norms.
  • Quality & Compliance :

  • Establish and monitor quality assurance systems for raw materials, in-process work, and finished vehicles.
  • Ensure caravan builds meet durability, comfort, and safety requirements.
  • Conduct regular audits on fabrication, electrical systems, and finish quality.
  • Ensure adherence to ISO / TS automotive standards, EHS guidelines, and client-specific approvals.
  • Cost & Resource Management :

  • Optimize material usage, inventory, and vendor coordination.
  • Control production costs while maintaining high-quality outcomes.
  • Coordinate with procurement for steel, aluminum, panels, glass, paint, fixtures, and caravan-specific fittings.
  • Drive automation and process improvements for efficiency and cost reduction.
  • Team Leadership :

  • Lead supervisors, engineers, and shop-floor teams across welding, fabrication, painting, electrical, and assembly.
  • Provide technical training, mentorship, and workforce productivity management.
  • Foster a culture of discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement.
  • Technology & Innovation :

  • Introduce modern tools, jigs, fixtures, and CNC / robotic applications for precision manufacturing.
  • Work closely with R&D for innovative caravan concepts, luxury finishes, and modular interiors.
  • Keep updated with global bus & caravan design trends.
  • Client Coordination :

  • Liaise with clients for custom design requirements, modifications, and approvals.
  • Support prototype development and oversee client inspections.
  • Ensure on-time delivery and client satisfaction.
  • Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

  • On-time production & delivery vs. schedule.
  • Production cost vs. budget.
  • Rework / rejection rates.
  • Shop-floor productivity & efficiency (output per man-hour).
  • Compliance with safety, quality, and statutory norms.
  • Client satisfaction & repeat business for caravan projects.
  • Qualifications & Experience :

  • Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Automobile Engineering (Master's preferred).
  • 15+ years' experience in manufacturing, with at least 5+ years in bus body building / caravan / specialty vehicle production.
  • Strong knowledge of fabrication, automotive design, electrical & mechanical integration.
  • Proven leadership experience in managing large production facilities.
  • Familiarity with ERP / Production planning software.
  • Skills & Competencies :

  • Expertise in vehicle body building & caravan customization.
  • Strong leadership and shop-floor management skills.
  • Analytical and problem-solving mindset.
  • Ability to balance cost, quality, and timelines.
  • Vendor negotiation & coordination skills.
  • Excellent communication and client-facing abilities.
  • (ref : iimjobs.com)

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