JOB DESCRIPTION
Assistant Manager – Production Specialization: Automotive Manufacturing | Rubber Moulding | Shop-Floor Operations Company: Schilthorn Precision Engineering Pvt. Ltd.

Location:
Chhatral, Gandhinagar, Gujarat

Experience:
3–7 Years Qualification: B.
E./B.
Tech or Diploma in Mechanical, Production, Manufacturing Engineering, or a relevant discipline Industry Preference: Automobile / Automotive Components Manufacturing About Schilthorn Precision Engineering Pvt. Ltd. Schilthorn Precision Engineering Pvt. Ltd. is a manufacturing and engineering company specializing in precision-engineered components and manufacturing solutions. With a focus on quality, productivity, automation, and continuous improvement, we serve demanding industrial and OEM customers through reliable manufacturing capabilities and process-driven operations. Visit us: https://www.schilthornprecision.com/ Role Overview We are looking for a hands-on Senior Engineer – Production with experience in the automobile or automotive components industry, particularly in rubber moulding and related manufacturing processes. The ideal candidate should have strong shop-floor exposure, a practical understanding of production processes, and the ability to manage manpower, machines, productivity, quality, and delivery commitments. The candidate must be capable of identifying production bottlenecks, resolving process-related issues, reducing rejection and downtime, and driving continuous improvement. This is an execution-focused role for someone who can take ownership of daily production performance and deliver measurable improvements in manufacturing efficiency.

Key Responsibilities
1. Production Planning & Shop-Floor Execution Execute daily and monthly production plans in line with customer requirements and dispatch schedules. Monitor production output against targets, identify bottlenecks, and take corrective action to achieve planned productivity. Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machines, tools, moulds, raw materials, and other production resources. Coordinate with Planning, Quality, Maintenance, Stores, and Dispatch teams to ensure smooth production flow. Monitor shift-wise production, work-in-progress, downtime, rejection, and pending orders. 2. Rubber Moulding & Manufacturing Process Control Manage and monitor rubber moulding operations, where applicable, including process parameters, mould condition, cycle time, and output. Understand critical moulding parameters such as temperature, pressure, curing time, material preparation, and demoulding. Identify and troubleshoot process defects such as flash, short moulding, air traps, dimensional variation, and other moulding-related rejections. Ensure correct machine setup, mould changeover, process settings, and first-piece approval before starting production. Maintain process consistency and work with Quality and Maintenance teams to minimize mould-related issues and unplanned downtime.



Support process validation, trial runs, new product introduction, and process stabilization. 3. Exposure to Other Manufacturing Processes Coordinate and control production activities involving relevant processes such as CNC machining, turning, drilling, cutting, fabrication, assembly, or other component-manufacturing operations, depending on product requirements. Understand process flow, machine capability, tooling requirements, cycle time, and quality checkpoints. Ensure standard operating procedures and approved process parameters are followed. Identify opportunities to simplify operations, improve machine utilization, and reduce material wastage. 4. Quality & Rejection Control Ensure production conforms to approved drawings, specifications, control plans, and customer quality requirements. Monitor rejection, rework, scrap, and process deviations; initiate root-cause analysis and corrective actions. Apply problem-solving tools such as 5 Why, Fishbone Analysis, and 8D, in coordination with the Quality team. Ensure adherence to in-process inspection, first-piece approval, traceability, and process documentation requirements. Support customer complaint resolution and corrective/preventive action implementation. 5. Productivity & Continuous Improvement Track and improve key production KPIs, including output, cycle time, rejection percentage, machine downtime, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Drive initiatives to reduce cycle time, improve yield, minimize changeover time, and eliminate production losses. Implement 5S, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and other practical shop-floor improvement initiatives. Analyze recurring production problems and implement sustainable corrective actions. Support cost reduction through improved process efficiency, manpower utilization, and material consumption. 6. Manpower & Team Management Allocate operators and workers according to production plans, machine requirements, and skill levels. Monitor operator performance, attendance, discipline, and adherence to standard work practices. Train operators on machine operation, process parameters, quality requirements, and secure working practices. Ensure shift handovers are effective and production issues are communicated clearly. Build a culture of accountability, productivity, quality ownership, and teamwork. 7. Maintenance, Safety & Documentation Coordinate with Maintenance for preventive maintenance, breakdown resolution, and reduction of machine downtime. Ensure proper handling and maintenance of machines, moulds, tools, fixtures,



and production equipment. Enforce shop-floor safety, PPE compliance, housekeeping, and safe operating practices. Maintain production reports, shift reports, rejection records, downtime logs, and process documentation. Ensure compliance with applicable work instructions and the company's quality management system. Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) The candidate will be evaluated on measurable shop-floor performance, including: Achievement of daily and monthly production targets. Reduction in rejection, rework, and material wastage. Improvement in machine utilization and production efficiency. Reduction in machine breakdowns and unplanned downtime. Adherence to customer delivery schedules. Improvement in cycle time and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE). Compliance with quality, safety, 5S, and production documentation requirements. Required Skills & Competencies Practical knowledge of automotive manufacturing and shop-floor production management. Hands-on exposure to rubber moulding and mould-related production activities is strongly preferred. Understanding of manufacturing process parameters, cycle time, tooling, and machine utilization. Strong problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills. Ability to manage production teams and coordinate across departments. Knowledge of production planning, rejection control, and continuous improvement techniques. Working knowledge of Excel and ERP/MRP systems. Strong ownership, discipline, communication, and execution skills. Qualification & Experience Diploma or Degree in Mechanical, Production, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline. 3–7 years of relevant experience in production, preferably in automotive or automotive component manufacturing. Candidates with direct experience in rubber moulding, polymer/rubber components, or similar process-driven manufacturing environments will be preferred. Experience in managing shop-floor manpower, production targets, quality issues, and process improvements is essential. Familiarity with IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and MSA will be an added advantage. Ideal Candidate Profile We are looking for a proactive, technically sound, and execution-oriented production professional who is comfortable working on the shop floor and taking ownership of production performance. The candidate should be able to independently handle day-to-day production challenges, troubleshoot process issues, lead operators, improve productivity, and ensure consistent quality and on-time delivery. Preference will be given to candidates currently working with automotive OEMs, Tier-1 suppliers, or Tier-2 automotive component manufacturers who have hands-on production experience rather than purely planning or documentation-based experience.

How to Apply
Interested candidates can share their updated CV mentioning current CTC, expected CTC, notice period, and relevant manufacturing-process experience.

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