Key missions of the position:

- Ensure effective supervision of production operations to meet daily output and delivery targets
- Drive adherence to safety, quality, and process standards across the shop floor
- Manage manpower allocation and ensure optimal utilization of resources
- Monitor production performance and take corrective actions for deviations
- Support continuous improvement activities and maintain operational discipline
- Ensure proper communication and coordination between teams and management

Measurement

Q: Production output and process compliance
C: Productivity efficiency and manpower utilization
D: On-time completion of production targets and adherence to schedules

- Daily production target achievement
- Productivity and manpower utilization
- Rework / rejection control and issue closure
- Safety compliance and incident reduction
- Process adherence (SOPs, work instructions)
- Kaizen implementation and improvement initiatives

Main responsibilities:

Production Supervision & Execution

- Supervise day-to-day production activities and ensure smooth workflow across assigned lines or areas
- Ensure production targets are achieved as per plan and schedule
- Monitor execution of work as per assembly instructions, routing cards, and standard operating procedures
- Ensure adherence to defined cycle time and productivity standards

Manpower Management

- Allocate manpower based on production requirements and skill matrix
- Monitor operator performance and ensure effective utilization of resources
- Guide and support operators in resolving day-to-day production issues
- Ensure discipline, attendance, and team coordination on the shop floor

Process & Compliance

- Ensure adherence to safety, quality, and operational standards across all activities




- Verify availability and proper usage of tools, equipment, jigs, and fixtures
- Ensure all start-up checks and safety procedures are followed before production begins
- Ensure compliance with ERP/system-based production tracking and reporting

Issue Management

- Identify production issues, deviations, and bottlenecks during operations
- Escalate issues promptly and ensure timely resolution and closure
- Coordinate with quality, maintenance, and support teams to resolve process disruptions
- Track recurring issues and support preventive actions.

Performance Monitoring & Control

- Monitor daily production performance and take corrective actions to bridge gaps
- Ensure adherence to KPIs such as productivity, efficiency, and output targets
- Maintain production records and ensure proper documentation
- Conduct regular follow-ups to ensure action closure

Continuous Improvement

- Drive Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives at the shop-floor level
- Encourage team participation in process improvements and productivity enhancement
- Support implementation of lean practices such as 5S and standard work
- Identify opportunities to improve efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize processes

Cross-Functional Coordination

- Coordinate with quality, fulfilment, warehouse, and PPC teams for smooth operations
- Ensure material availability and readiness for production activities
- Communicate production status, issues, and updates to higher management
- Support implementation of organizational and operational initiatives

People Management & Development

- Supervise and guide operators and technicians on the shop floor
- Train and support current employees on processes, safety, and quality requirements
- Ensure skill development as per skill matrix and training plans
- Promote team discipline, accountability, and teamwork

📌 Manufacturing Engineer (Hosur)
🏢 Wabtec
📍 Hosur