Job Description

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- Production Supervisor / Shift In-Charge

Department:

Production

Location:

Taloja

Reporting To:

Production Manager / Plant Head

Shift:

Rotational / General Shift

Position Summary

The Production Supervisor / Shift In-Charge is responsible for

executing daily production plans

, ensuring

safe, efficient, and quality manufacturing operations

, monitoring

WIP

, coordinating with

PPC, QA/QC, Maintenance, Stores

, and achieving

production targets

as per schedule.

Key Responsibilities1. Production Operations

Execute daily and shift-wise

production activities

as per approved production plan. Ensure

optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials

. Monitor batch operations / continuous processes as per

SOPs and BMRs

. Ensure

line clearance

, start-up, changeover, and shutdown activities. Maintain discipline and smooth workflow on the shop floor.

2. PPC & Production Planning Coordination

Coordinate with

PPC/Planning team

for daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules. Communicate

material availability, capacity constraints, and execution status

. Ensure production is aligned with

dispatch priorities and customer commitments

. Update plan vs actual production and highlight deviations.

3. WIP (Work in Progress) Control

Monitor

WIP levels at each production stage

. Ensure timely movement of material between stages. Minimize

excess WIP, rework, and bottlenecks

. Maintain accurate

WIP records and batch traceability

.

4. Quality & Compliance

Ensure production activities comply with

quality standards, SOPs, GMP (if applicable)

. Coordinate with

QA/QC

for in-process checks and sample approvals. Ensure proper documentation of

BMRs, logbooks, and production records

. Implement corrective actions for deviations and non-conformances.

5. Safety, Health & Environment (EHS)

Enforce

safety rules, PPE usage, and safe operating procedures

. Ensure compliance with

EHS guidelines and statutory norms

. Conduct shift-wise

toolbox talks and safety briefings

. Report and investigate near misses, incidents, and unsafe conditions.

6. Manpower & Shift Management

Allocate manpower effectively across shifts and machines. Guide, train, and supervise

operators and helpers

. Monitor attendance, punctuality, and productivity. Support skill development and on-the-job training.

7. Maintenance & Breakdown Coordination

Coordinate with

Maintenance team

for preventive and breakdown maintenance. Ensure timely reporting of equipment issues. Support root cause analysis for recurring breakdowns. Ensure machine readiness before shift handover.

8. Reporting & Documentation

Prepare and submit

shift production reports, WIP status, downtime reports

. Maintain records of raw material consumption and yield. Participate in

daily review meetings

. Support audits and inspections.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

Production target achievement Plan vs actual adherence WIP control and reduction Yield and wastage control Safety incidents (Zero accident goal) Documentation accuracy Downtime reduction

Qualifications & Experience

Education:

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Chemical / Mechanical / Production Engineering

Experience:

2-5 years for Supervisor role 5-8 years for Shift In-Charge role Experience in

chemical / process / manufacturing industry

preferred

Skills & Competencies

Strong shop-floor and people management skills Understanding of

PPC, WIP, and production planning

Knowledge of SOPs, BMRs, and safety practices Good coordination and communication skills Basic computer skills (ERP / Excel / Production MIS)

Authority & Responsibility

Authority to manage shift operations and manpower allocation Responsibility for safety, quality, and output during assigned shift
Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ?30,000.00 - ?40,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Cell phone reimbursement Health insurance Internet reimbursement Life insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person