- Engineering trade background or experience in metals/aerospace industry
- Experience in managing ISO 9001 Quality Management Systems
- Ability to write, implement, and improve quality procedures
- Strong understanding of manufacturing operations and process improvement
Key Competencies
- Excellent written and verbal communication skills
- Advanced MS Office skills
- Strong leadership and team management capability
- Ability to understand manufacturing products and processes
- Strong planning, coordination, and strategic thinking skills
- Ability to manage budgets and operational costs
Soft Skills
- Strong communication skills
- Good people management
- Team player with self-motivation
Roles & Responsibilities Operations & People Management
- Organize, lead, and motivate shop-floor teams to maximize productivity while minimizing costs
- Ensure adherence to standard work practices
- Plan and schedule operational resources efficiently
- Delegate tasks and manage day-to-day operations staff and workmen
Maintenance & Planning
- Ensure preventive maintenance programs are in place
- Maintain high machine efficiency and safety standards
- Ensure availability of operational consumables
- Prepare operational budgets and forecast expenses and CAPEX
Regulatory & Compliance
- Maintain statutory and regulatory filings with:
- KSPCB
- Labour Department
- CEIG
- DOT
- AAI
- Manage labour-related internal issues including disciplinary actions
Health, Safety & Setting (HSE)
- Ensure OH&S; compliance across shop-floor activities
- Ensure proper usage of PPE by employees and visitors
- Report and investigate safety incidents and accidents
- Oversee sustainability initiatives as per internal policies
Quality
- Promote and enforce quality policies and procedures
- Ensure corrective and preventive actions are implemented effectively
- Support Quality in maintaining quality manuals and processes
Operational Excellence
- Lead and participate in Lean and continuous improvement initiatives
- Conduct operational audits and drive improvements
- Monitor and analyze key performance indicators (KPIs)
- Improve employee productivity and engagement