Position Overview

The Production Head for the Refurbishment Unit will be
responsible for leading and managing the entire production process, ensuring
the effective refurbishment of pre-owned two-wheelers in accordance with
quality standards and timelines. This role requires a hands-on leader with a
strong background in production management, quality control, and team
leadership — someone who can track plan vs. actual performance, proactively
identify bottlenecks and floor-level problems, assess and build manpower
capability, and work alongside the Workshop Manager to keep attrition under
control.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning

- Develop
and implement production schedules to meet refurbishment targets.

- Track
plan vs. actual production on a regular (daily/weekly) basis and drive
corrective action to close gaps.

- Collaborate
with other departments to ensure seamless coordination of resources.

2. Quality Control

- Establish
and enforce quality control standards for the refurbishment process.

- Implement
rigorous inspection processes to ensure the highest quality of refurbished
products.

3. Team Leadership

- Lead,
mentor, and motivate a team of technicians, and support staff.

- Foster a
culture of continuous improvement and accountability within the production
team.

- Assess
manpower ability and skill levels on an ongoing basis; identify capability gaps
and high performers.

- Work
closely with the Workshop Manager to monitor and manage attrition on the shop
floor, including retention and engagement initiatives.

4. Operational Efficiency

- Identify
and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce turnaround
time.

- Monitor
and analyse key performance indicators to optimize production processes.





- Proactively
walk the production floor to identify bottlenecks and operational problems
before they impact output.

- Diagnose
root causes of recurring floor issues (delays, rework, part shortages, workflow
gaps) and implement fixes.

5. Inventory Management

- Oversee
inventory levels of spare parts and materials required for refurbishment.

- Coordinate
with procurement to ensure timely availability of the required components.

6. Health and Safety Compliance

- Ensure
strict adherence to safety protocols and regulations within the refurbishment
unit.

- Conduct
regular safety audits and implement corrective actions as needed.

7. Training and Development:

- Identify
training needs and opportunities for skill development within the production
team.

- Conduct
training sessions to enhance the technical capabilities of team members.

Requirements

Required Skills

- Bachelor's
degree in mechanical engineering or a related field.

- Proven
minimum 13 - 18 years of experience in production management, preferably in the
automotive or refurbishment industry.

- Ability
to track plan vs. actual production data and drive corrective action on gaps.

- Proven
ability to identify bottlenecks and resolve floor-level production problems
firsthand.

- Experience
in manpower capability/ability assessment and structured training delivery.

- Strong
leadership and interpersonal skills with the ability to motivate and manage a
diverse team.

- In-depth
knowledge of quality control processes and production efficiency.

- Excellent
problem-solving abilities and a proactive approach to overcoming challenges.

- Familiarity
with health and safety regulations in a production environment.

- Strong
organizational and communication skills.

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