Job Description – Production Manager (Production Planning & Control)

Department: Production
Designation: Production Manager
Location: Ludhiana, Punjab
Experience: 5–8 Years (Manufacturing Industry)

Job Summary

We are looking for an experienced and result-oriented Production Manager who has solid knowledge of Production Planning & Control (PPC), manufacturing operations, resource management and production processes.

The candidate will be responsible for planning, scheduling, monitoring and controlling the entire production process to ensure timely completion of orders, optimum utilisation of resources, minimal wastage and consistent product quality.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Scheduling

- Prepare daily, weekly and monthly production plans based on order requirements and demand forecasts.
- Plan production schedules according to order priorities, deadlines and available resources.
- Ensure proper coordination between production, procurement, inventory and dispatch departments.
- Estimate raw material, manpower and machinery requirements in advance.
- Monitor production targets and ensure timely completion of planned activities.

2. Production Management & Execution

- Supervise day-to-day manufacturing operations.
- Ensure smooth workflow across all production stages.
- Monitor production output, efficiency and productivity.
- Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective measures.
- Ensure optimum utilisation of manpower, machinery and raw materials.
- Reduce production downtime and operational wastage.

3.



Inventory & Material Management

- Coordinate with the purchase and store departments for timely availability of raw materials.
- Monitor raw material consumption and finished goods inventory.
- Maintain minimum stock requirements to avoid production delays.
- Control material wastage and ensure proper utilisation of resources.

4. Quality Control & Process Improvement

- Ensure products meet defined quality standards.
- Coordinate with the quality team to maintain production standards.
- Identify process-related issues and implement improvements.
- Ensure proper documentation and adherence to production SOPs.
- Maintain hygiene, cleanliness and safety standards on the production floor.

5. Team & Manpower Management

- Manage and supervise production supervisors, operators and workers.
- Allocate duties and responsibilities according to production requirements.
- Monitor workforce productivity and discipline.
- Conduct regular team meetings and provide necessary training.
- Ensure effective manpower planning according to workload.

6. MIS & Reporting

- Prepare daily production reports and maintain production records.
- Track planned versus actual production.
- Monitor production efficiency, rejection rates and wastage.
- Report production delays, material shortages and operational challenges to management.
- Maintain records of machine utilisation, manpower productivity and production costs.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹27,000.00 per month

Work Location: In person

📌 Production Manager (Ludhiana)
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