Factory Manager – Job Description

Position Title: Factory Manager

Location: Rabale MIDC, Navi Mumbai

Reporting To: Factory Owner / Director

Salary Range: ₹15,000 to ₹25,000 per month

Work Timing: 8:00 AM to 8:00 PM (must coordinate with night shift if required)

Industry: Plastic Bottle & Cap Manufacturing (Injection & Blow Moulding)

Age Criteria: 25-45 Years

Education Criteria: Preferably Graduate

Industry Criteria: Preferably Plastic

? Role Overview:

The Factory Manager will be responsible for the day-to-day management of the plastic manufacturing unit, ensuring smooth production, labor supervision, machine efficiency, and timely dispatch. The role requires hands-on experience with plastic moulding processes, excellent planning ability, and basic data/reporting skills.

?️ Key Duties and Responsibilities:

? Production Management

- Plan daily production based on orders and raw material availability
- Ensure all machines run efficiently and are properly utilized
- Supervise mould changeovers and monitor cycle times
- Maintain daily production reports (in Excel or Google Sheets)

? Machine & Mould Oversight

- Oversee proper machine startup, operation, and shutdown
- Ensure regular mould and machine cleaning and preventive maintenance
- Report breakdowns or maintenance needs promptly

? Labor & Shift Supervision

- Assign machine operators and helpers based on production priorities
- Monitor attendance, shift handovers,



and productivity
- Train and discipline staff when required

? Raw Material & Inventory Coordination

- Coordinate with stores to ensure timely availability of granules, color masterbatch, caps, etc.
- Maintain buffer stock and reduce wastage
- Verify material usage vs output to detect variances

? Quality Control

- Conduct first-piece approvals and in-process quality checks
- Monitor bottle/cap defects (leakage, fitment, shrinkage)
- Coordinate with QC team or owner to address rejections

? Dispatch & Packing Coordination

- Coordinate with dispatch assistant for timely packaging and loading
- Verify that packing is done as per product and client requirements
- Support in updating finished goods inventory

? Reporting & Communication

- Submit daily and weekly production summaries
- Report issues affecting delivery timelines or machine availability
- Participate in weekly planning or review meetings

✅ Required Skills and Experience:

- Minimum 2 years of experience in plastic manufacturing (preferably bottles/caps)
- Experience with servo-based injection moulding machines (e.g., Windsor, Milacron)
- Knowledge of production scheduling, mold changeover, and manpower handling
- Comfortable using Excel/Google Sheets for basic reporting
- Ability to coordinate with dispatch and inventory teams
- Solid problem-solving, multitasking, and leadership skills

📌 Factory Supervisor (Navi Mumbai)
🏢 PATCO EXPORTS PRIVATE
📍 Navi Mumbai