Location Chakan Maharashtra India Job ID 84064 We Elevate Quality of urban life Our elevators escalators and moving walks safely transport more than two billion of us up and down buildings and across transportation hubs every day As part of the Schindler team you ll discover meaningful work that enhances quality of life for communities and contribute to making places more accessible inclusive and sustainable for all We combine innovation safety and high ethical standards ensuring respect both among colleagues and for the world around us By joining us you don t just become part of our success story you help shape the future and continue our rich legacy that started back in 1874 Schindler India is a 100 owned subsidiary of Schindler Group headquartered out of Mumbai and is backed by 5000 employees who are spread across the length and breadth of the country Besides business operations Schindler India has its own Corporate R D Centre Elevator and Escalator Factory and Shared Service Centre to support India operations which is in-fact one of the fastest growing market now globally Join us as a Manager - Production Maintenance Your main responsibilities Objectives of the function To lead and manage all aspects of production activities in the sheet metal operations Responsible for ensuring high-quality output Responsible for ensuring operational efficiency equipment reliability and adherence to safety and compliance standards Responsibilities Oversee daily operations of sheet metal production shop Develop and implement production schedules to meet delivery timelines Optimize resource utilization manpower machines materials Manage and mentor production supervisors engineers and technicians Participate in capacity planning capex budgeting and technology upgrades Support new product introductions and process validations Monitor KPIs - Productivity Sheet metal utilization cost out initiatives Machine utilization PPM Reduce Operating cost and Work on cost saving projects throughout the department Compliance of safety objectives while supervising manufacturing processes Maintain Disciplined in Unionized manpower and maintain open lines of communication between associates Staff supervisors and Managers Review of line wise losses and action plan to reduce the losses on the lines Positive collaboration with cross functional team for production activities and complete the target by seeking support Participate in MOST review Time study and line balancing activity in department Sustain the production processes as documented in QMS system or as per organization Norms ONs Drive Continuous improvement KAIZEN culture by collaborating with Supervisors on each lines Monitoring the skills of Employees and bridging the skill gaps by identifying it though skill matrix Monthly Recognition to the Employees for Good initiatives To Update and maintain documents related to QMS EMS OHAS system Participate in QMS EMS OHAS Audit both internal and external and maintain the required documents as per system Doing inventory and ensuring minimum variance of material Participation in external competition line QCFI CII and represent the department Self-review of Objectives assigned and timely completion Energy management System Awareness Monitoring Compliance Authorities Authority to implement lean practices eliminate bottlenecks and improve cycle times Can approve or halt production based on quality issues initiate corrective actions Decides on machine usage manpower deployment and shift planning Can prioritize urgent repairs and authorize external technical support Participates in recruitment and approves skill development plans Conducts appraisals sets KPIs and enforces discipline when needed Manages operational budgets and cost-saving initiatives Can stop operations if safety standards are compromised Leave approval for reportees What you bring Education Diploma in Mechanical Production Engineering or BE in Mechanical Production Engineering Professional skills Deep understanding of processes like laser cutting bending punching welding riveting and assembly Familiarity with CNC machines press brakes turret punches MIG TIG welding stations and robotic automation Ability to develop and manage production schedules optimize takt time and balance workloads Proficient in ISO 9001 PPAP FMEA SPC and root cause analysis 8D Fishbone etc Strong grasp of TPM Total Productive Maintenance predictive maintenance and equipment reliability metrics Experience with manufacturing software for tracking production inventory and performance SAP etc Capable of leading cross-functional teams setting goals and driving accountability Skilled in handling shop-floor disputes and fostering a collaborative work environment Identifies opportunities for cost reduction in materials labor and energy usage Prepares dashboards production reports and presentations for senior leadership Professional experience Directed daily operations across laser cutting CNC punching bending welding and assembly lines Collaborated with design and engineering teams for manufacturability reviews and new product introductions Oversaw safety audits ISO 9001 compliance and environmental standards ISO 14001 Conducted root cause analysis for quality issues and led cross-functional corrective action teams Candidate should have valuable presentation and communication skills Good experience to deal with Union manpower and conflict management skills Time management skills to execute the task on time are essential Ability for team building and lead the team of 40 to 50 Manpower both permanent and contract employees Analytical thinking through data analysis and problem-solving skills Standard Awareness Occupational Health Safety setting Quality policy awareness ISO 14001 45001 9001 standard awareness ISO 50001 EnMS standard awareness Languages Marathi Hindi English IT Good Hands-on Excel Power points presentation Word documents Fluent English Typing for written communication Good Hands-on tools Microsoft outlook and Microsoft teams Basics of Microsoft power BI What s in it for you Join our purpose-driven organization Help shape an industry in which two billion people rely on our products and services every day Your development matters to us We help you grow by offering the support you need to develop your skills and access a rewarding and fulfilling career Thrive in a diverse and supportive culture Through local and global initiatives we promote a culture of inclusion which celebrates diversity and ensures that everyone feels valued We Elevate Your Career Become part of our team help us enhance quality of life and drive innovation while raising the bar for safety and sustainability We value your diverse skills and perspectives as together we shape the sustainable cities of today and tomorrow Are you ready to embark on a new journey Join TeamSchindler Discover more on our career website At Schindler Group we value inclusion and diversity and practice equity to create equal opportunities for all We endeavor that all qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to age race ethnic background color religious affiliation union affiliation gender gender identity sexual orientation marital status national origin nationality genetics and health or disability Any unsolicited application from Recruitment Agencies is deemed to be rejected and does not constitute in any manner an offer from a Recruitment Agency