Job Description: The Production Manager is responsible for leading the daily operations of the corrugation and conversion plant. This role ensures maximum productivity (OEE), minimal waste, high-quality production of 5-ply/7-ply sheets, and adherence to safety standards. Key Responsibilities

- Production Planning & Execution: Develop, implement, and monitor daily/weekly production schedules based on sales orders for 5, and 7-ply, ensuring timely delivery.
- Automatic Plant Operation: Manage the complete automatic corrugation line (wet-end and dry-end), including auto-splicers, corrugator, and converting machines (Flexo Folder Gluer, Die-cutter).
- Process Optimization: Increase throughput (speed) and reduce downtime through efficient shift scheduling and troubleshooting.
- Wastage Control: Reduce wastage levels, aiming for industry benchmarks (e.g., target 4–6%) by monitoring kraft paper usage and adhesive application.
- Quality Management: Ensure 5/7 ply boards meet quality standards (BF, GSM, ECT) and customer specifications, reducing defects and rework.
- Maintenance Coordination: Work with the engineering team to ensure preventive maintenance schedules are strictly followed to avoid breakdown.
- Manpower Management: Supervise, train, and manage the performance of operators and helpers.
- Inventory Control: Coordinate with raw material stores (paper, glue, inks) to ensure availability for production.
- Safety Compliance: Enforce 6S (sort,



set in order, shine, standardize, sustain, safety) and strict safety protocols.

Required Technical Skills

- Advanced Corrugation Knowledge: In-depth knowledge of corrugator wet-end (single facer) and dry-end operations for 5-ply/7-ply heavy-duty boards.
- Automatic Machinery Expertise: Hands-on experience with fully automatic corrugation lines and high-speed conversion machines.
- Paper & Board Understanding: Robust knowledge of kraft paper grades, GSM, BF (Bursting Factor), and glue formulation.
- Software Proficiency: Experience with ERP systems (SAP/Navision) for production tracking and data analysis.
- Data Analysis: Ability to generate and analyze MIS reports (OEE, wastage, output).

Experience & Education

- Experience: Minimum 9–15 years in a corrugated box manufacturing industry, with at least 5 years in a managerial role in an automatic plant.
- Education: BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Diploma in Paper/Packaging Technology

3. Qualifications & Experience

- Education: A Bachelor's degree or Diploma in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering is typically required.
- Experience: Usually requires 9–15 years of experience specifically within the corrugation or paper packaging industry.

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