Role & responsibilities

Job Purpose The Production Executive will be responsible for executing and monitoring day-to-day manufacturing operations to ensure production targets are achieved safely, efficiently, and in compliance with quality standards. The role involves managing shop-floor activities, manpower deployment, machine utilization, process adherence, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

- Execute daily production plans as per the production schedule.
- Monitor line performance and ensure achievement of daily output targets.
- Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machines, and materials.
- Minimize production losses, downtime, and process deviations.
- Coordinate with maintenance teams for machine breakdowns and preventive maintenance.

Shop Floor Supervision
- Supervise operators, technicians, and contract workforce.
- Ensure timely shift handover and maintain production continuity.
- Monitor discipline, attendance, and productivity of the workforce.
- Conduct daily toolbox talks and shift meetings.

Quality & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to SOPs, GMP, Quality Standards, and Regulatory Requirements.
- Coordinate with QA/QC teams for in-process quality checks.
- Ensure proper documentation of batch records, production reports, and process logs.
- Implement corrective and preventive actions for quality deviations.

Safety & Housekeeping
- Ensure compliance with EHS guidelines and company safety policies.
- Promote protected working practices on the shop floor.
- Maintain 5S standards and housekeeping within the production area.
- Report and investigate safety incidents and near-miss events.

Inventory & Material Control
- Monitor consumption of raw materials and packing materials.
- Coordinate with stores for timely availability of production materials.
- Control wastage and improve material yield.





Continuous Improvement
- Identify opportunities to improve productivity and efficiency.
- Participate in Lean Manufacturing and Kaizen initiatives.
- Support cost-reduction and waste-elimination projects.
- Drive process improvements to enhance operational performance.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Production Target Achievement
- Machine Utilization & OEE
- Yield Improvement
- Reduction in Wastage & Rejections
- Downtime Reduction
- Quality Compliance Score
- Safety Compliance
- Labour Productivity

Preferred candidate profile

Educational Qualification

- Diploma / B.Tech / B.E. in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, Electrical, Food Technology, or related disciplines.

Experience
- 23 years of relevant experience in a manufacturing environment.
- Experience in handling production operations, manpower management, and shift activities.
- Prior experience in FMCG, Food Processing, Packaging, Edible Products, or Manufacturing industries will be preferred.

Skills & Competencies

Technical Skills

- Production Planning & Execution
- Process Monitoring
- Lean Manufacturing & 5S
- Root Cause Analysis
- MS Excel & ERP Systems
- Production Reporting & Documentation

Behavioral Competencies
- Leadership & Team Management
- Problem Solving
- Decision Making
- Result Orientation
- Communication & Coordination
- Attention to Detail

Working Conditions
- Based at Mundra Plant, Gujarat.
- Willingness to work in rotational shifts as per business requirements.
- Ability to work in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Preferred Candidate Profile
- Strong exposure to production operations in manufacturing plants.
- Hands-on approach with excellent shop-floor management skills.
- Ability to lead teams and drive operational excellence.
- Good analytical and reporting capabilities.

Grade: Executive Location: Mundra, Gujarat

Employment Type: Full-Time, On-Roll

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