Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Production Manager for our Anantapur / Hosur locations to manage day-to-day production operations in a mineral processing/manufacturing plant . The candidate will be responsible for achieving production targets, improving productivity, controlling production costs, managing manpower, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safe and productive plant operations.

Candidates with hands-on experience in mineral processing equipment such as Crusher, Impactor, Ball Mill, Pulverizer, Roller Mill, Classifier, Vibro Shifter, Bucket Elevator, Screw Conveyor, Blower and Bag Filter will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

- Plan, organize and control daily production activities to achieve production targets as per customer requirements and production plans .
- Monitor and optimize the operation of Crusher, Impactor, Ball Mill, Roller Mill, Pulverizer, Classifier and associated material handling systems .
- Ensure effective utilization of manpower, machines, raw materials and other resources.
- Monitor production parameters and identify opportunities for productivity improvement and process optimization .
- Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Stores, Purchase and Dispatch departments for smooth plant operations.
- Ensure production is carried out as per approved SOPs, process parameters and quality standards .
- Monitor rejection, rework, process losses and material wastage and implement corrective actions.
- Control production costs, particularly power consumption, manpower cost, consumable usage and material losses .
- Monitor machine performance and coordinate with Maintenance for preventive maintenance and breakdown reduction .
- Improve machine utilization,



production efficiency and overall plant productivity .
- Ensure proper operation and monitoring of sieving/classification systems to achieve required particle size and product specifications.
- Ensure proper housekeeping, 5S, safety practices and discipline across the production area.
- Prepare and monitor daily, weekly and monthly production plans and MIS reports .
- Analyze production data and implement CAPA, Kaizen & continuous improvement initiatives .
- Lead and develop production supervisors, operators and contract manpower.
- Conduct regular toolbox talks, operator training and process awareness programs.
- Ensure compliance with EHS, ISO procedures and company policies .
- Investigate production-related quality issues and customer complaints in coordination with the Quality team.
- Drive PQCDSM – Production, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety and Morale improvements.
- Maintain proper production records, batch records, process checklists and other departmental documentation.
- Ensure smooth shift operations and effective communication between shifts.

Preferred Technical Knowledge Candidates having practical knowledge/experience in the following will be preferred:

- Crusher / Jaw Crusher / Impact Crusher
- Ball Mill
- Roller Mill
- Pulverizer
- Air Classifier
- Vibro Shifter / Vibrating Screen
- Bucket Elevator
- Screw Conveyor




- Blower and Bag Filter
- Material Handling Systems
- Powder Processing / Micronization
- Particle Size Control
- Sieving and Classification
- Bulk Bag / Jumbo Bag Packing
- Mineral Grinding and Processing

Desired Skills

- Strong production planning and execution skills
- Good manpower handling and leadership capability
- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Knowledge of 5S,
- Knowledge of ISO 9001 and EHS practices
- Good knowledge of Excel and production MIS
- Ability to analyze production and process data
- Strong coordination and communication skills
- Ability to work under production targets and deadlines

Preferred Industry Experience Candidates from the following industries will be preferred:

- Mineral Processing
- Micronized Minerals
- Calcium Carbonate/Talc/Dolomite

Candidate Profile 5-7 years of relevant industrial experience, preferably in mineral processing or powder manufacturing .

- Should have strong hands-on experience in production operations and plant equipment .
- Experience in handling production teams and multiple shifts is preferred.
- Knowledge of Crusher and Ball Mill operations will be an added advantage.
- Candidates who have worked in micronized mineral/powder manufacturing plants will be highly preferred.

Key Performance Indicators

- Achievement of monthly production targets
- Production efficiency and productivity
- Reduction in rejection and rework
- Reduction in power consumption per MT
- Reduction in process losses
- On-time production completion
- Manpower productivity
- Breakdown reduction
- Quality compliance
- Safety and 5S compliance
- Continuous improvement / Kaizen implementation

📌 Production Manager (Anantapur)
🏢 20 Microns
📍 Anantapur