The Assistant Plant Manager supports the Plant Manager in overseeing the daily operations of the forging unit, ensuring efficient production of loom machine components. This role involves supervising shop-floor activities, managing production schedules, ensuring safety and quality standards, and coordinating with cross-functional teams for continuous improvement.
Key Responsibilities:
Production & Operations
Assist in planning and executing daily production targets based on loom machine demand and delivery schedules.
Monitor forging processes to ensure adherence to production and quality standards.
Troubleshoot production bottlenecks and implement corrective actions.
People Management
Supervise shop-floor staff, including operators, technicians, and supervisors.
Coordinate training and development of production staff.
Ensure discipline, performance tracking, and attendance monitoring.
Quality & Safety
Ensure forged parts meet quality standards and dimensional accuracy.
Implement and enforce safety protocols and preventive maintenance schedules.
Work with QA/QC teams for in-process and final inspection of components.
Inventory & Resource Management
Manage raw material (billets, dies, lubricants) planning and consumption.
Coordinate with procurement and stores for timely availability of inputs.
Optimize material handling and WIP (Work in Progress) inventory.
Process Improvement
Participate in Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and 5S initiatives.
Identify cost-saving opportunities and support implementation of automation or modernization efforts.
Reporting & Coordination
Prepare daily production, downtime, and maintenance reports.
Liaise with design, maintenance, and planning departments for smooth operations.
Assist in audits (ISO, customer, internal) and documentation.
Qualifications & Skills:
Education:
Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering or equivalent.
Experience:
10 - 15 years of experience in a forging unit, preferably in a heavy engineering or textile machinery manufacturing environment.
Technical Skills:
Knowledge of forging processes (drop forging, upset forging, closed die forging).
Knowledge of Heat Treatment & Water Resister
Familiarity with machining, heat treatment, and die maintenance.
Understanding of ERP systems (SAP / Oracle / local ERPs).
Proficiency in reading mechanical drawings and QC instruments.
Soft Skills:
Strong leadership and team management.
Problem-solving and decision-making ability.
Good communication and interpersonal skills.
Focus on safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent
Pay: ₹1,000,000.00 - ₹1,200,000.00 per year
Benefits:
Provident Fund
Experience:
Forging Unit: 10 years (Preferred)
Work Location: In person
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