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The Deputy Manager - Production (Shift In-Charge) is responsible for leading and managing end-to-end production activities during assigned shifts across Machining and Assembly operations. The role ensures achievement of production targets, quality standards, safety compliance, manpower productivity, and continuous improvement initiatives. The incumbent will coordinate with cross-functional teams to drive operational excellence, improve efficiency, and ensure timely delivery of products while maintaining adherence to company procedures and customer requirements.

Responsibilities

Detailed Responsibilities in his shift.

- Lead and supervise all production activities during the assigned shift for Machining and Assembly operations.
- Ensure achievement of daily, weekly, and monthly production targets as per production plan.
- Monitor Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), productivity, downtime, and cycle time performance.
- Drive adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and quality requirements.
- Manage manpower deployment, shift scheduling, and workforce utilization to maximize productivity.
- Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Stores, Planning, and Engineering teams to ensure uninterrupted production.
- Ensure implementation and compliance with 5S, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and TPM initiatives.
- Monitor machine utilization and identify opportunities for process improvements and cost reduction.
- Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production, process, and quality issues.
- Ensure adherence to Safety, Health, and Environmental (SHE) guidelines and company policies.
- Train and develop operators, technicians, and team leaders to enhance skill levels and operational excellence.
- Monitor rejection, rework, and scrap levels and implement actions to achieve quality targets.
- Drive continuous improvement projects focused on productivity, quality, and cost optimization.
- Review production reports, shift performance reports,



and MIS data for management review.
- Support new product development, process validation, trial runs, and customer requirements.
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and customer-specific requirements.
- Handle shift-related escalations and ensure smooth communication during shift handovers.

KPI

· Production Target Achievement (%)

· Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)

· First Pass Yield (FPY)

· Rejection and Rework Reduction

· Machine Utilization

· Manpower Productivity

· Shift Safety Performance

· On-Time Delivery Achievement

· Kaizen and Continuous Improvement Implementation

· Cost Reduction and Productivity Improvement Projects

· Absenteeism and Workforce Discipline Control

· Customer Complaint and Internal Quality Perform

Profile Requirements

Personal Background: -

· B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Industrial Engineering or equivalent.

· Total experience of 12-14 years in Automotive / Auto Components / Manufacturing Industry.

· Minimum 4-6 years of experience in independently handling production shifts.

· Automobile / Auto Components / Manufacturing/ Industrial Equipment / Heavy Engineering

· Experience in Assembly, Machining, Production Planning, Lean Manufacturing.

· Solid leadership experience in managing shop-floor manpower and manufacturing processes.

· Excellent coordination skills.

Skills & Abilities: -

Technical Skills

· Strong knowledge of Machining Operations including CNC Turning, VMC, HMC, Broaching, Grinding, and Manufacturing processes.





· Strong understanding of Assembly Processes, Torque Management, Poka-Yoke Systems, and Error Proofing Techniques.

· Knowledge of Production Planning, Line Balancing, Capacity Utilization, and Bottleneck Management.

· Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, 5S, SMED, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

· Ability to read engineering drawings, GD&T;, process sheets, and control plans.

· Knowledge of SPC, MSA, PFMEA, Control Plan, APQP, and PPAP requirements.

· Understanding of Quality Management Systems including IATF 16949.

· Experience in productivity improvement, cost reduction, and process optimization projects.

· Hands-on experience with ERP/SAP systems and production reporting tools.

· Strong troubleshooting and root cause analysis skills using 8D, Why-Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, etc.

Soft Skills

· Strong Leadership and Team Management

· Decision-Making and Problem Solving

· Conflict Resolution

· Communication and Interpersonal Skills

· Cross-functional Collaboration

· Time Management and Prioritization

· Result Orientation

· Accountability and Ownership

· Analytical Thinking

· Adaptability Under Pressure

Authorities

- Authorize manpower deployment and shift assignments.
- Stop production in case of safety, quality, or equipment-related risks.
- Approve machine setting changes within defined operational limits.
- Escalate and initiate corrective actions for deviations affecting quality, cost, delivery, and safety.
- Recommend rewards, disciplinary actions, training, and performance improvement plans for production associates.
- Approve overtime requirements as per production needs and company policy.
- Lead shift review meetings and assign action items for operational improvements.
- Approve consumption of production resources within approved limits.
- Participate in supplier, customer, and internal audits related to production operations.

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