Job Description

Job Title : Senior Manager - Production Head

Division: Switchgear Division

Qualification & Experience

Bachelor's or Master's Degree in Engineering (preferably Electrical or Mechanical). 15-20 years of experience in Production and Manufacturing in the Medium Voltage Switchgear industry. Demonstrated success in operations optimization, including improvements in efficiency, cost, and quality. Hands-on experience implementing Lean Manufacturing principles is essential. An MBA in Operations/Production Management is desirable and will be considered an added advantage.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production & Planning

Achieve monthly and annual production targets in alignment with sales and delivery plans. Develop, monitor, and continuously improve manufacturing schedules and workflows to ensure timely order fulfillment. Apply Lean tools (such as 5S, Kaizen, Kanban, Value Stream Mapping) to streamline production and eliminate waste.
2. Operations Optimization

Lead initiatives to enhance operational efficiency, reduce costs, improve quality, and ensure optimal resource utilization. Establish and monitor KPIs and performance metrics to identify bottlenecks and drive continuous improvement. Promote a culture of accountability, innovation, and problem-solving on the shop floor.
3. Design & Engineering

Review customer-approved drawings and engineering documentation for manufacturability. Collaborate with design teams to ensure engineering inputs are production-friendly.
4. Materials Management

Coordinate timely procurement of raw materials (e.g., steel, copper) and key components. Ensure robust systems for material receipt, storage, inventory control, and issue tracking.
5. Shop Floor & Team Management

Build and manage a high-performing team of engineers, supervisors, and mid-level managers. Drive discipline, safety, and productivity through structured shop floor practices and clear communication.
6. Quality Assurance & Compliance

Ensure products meet ISO, IEC, and client-specific standards through rigorous quality checks and testing. Review and maintain compliance with ISO processes, internal quality standards, and statutory requirements.
7. After-Sales Support

Oversee post-dispatch activities including site commissioning, troubleshooting, and service support. Address customer complaints proactively through technical analysis and service excellence.
8. Equipment Maintenance & Reliability

Ensure routine calibration and preventive maintenance of tools, machines, and testing equipment to minimize downtime. Drive a Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) mindset across the production setup.

Plant Upgradation & Continuous Improvement

Lead modernization of plant and machinery in line with new-age technologies and future readiness. Champion continuous improvement initiatives using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies to improve throughput, safety, and operational performance.

Reporting & MIS

Prepare and present regular reports on production, resource utilization, and operational KPIs to senior management. Maintain up-to-date and accurate MIS documentation for internal review and decision-making.

Administrative & Statutory Responsibilities

Ensure compliance with all relevant labour laws, safety regulations, and the Factories Act. Partner with HR for recruitment, training, performance reviews, and team development.

Key Requirements

Proven track record in operations optimization and production planning. Deep expertise in Lean Manufacturing principles and implementation. Strong leadership in managing shop floor teams, processes, and schedules. Experience in quality assurance, ISO compliance, and post-sales support. Hands-on knowledge of materials procurement, vendor coordination, and inventory control.

Responsibilities

Lead end-to-end production operations in alignment with the sales plan. Optimize workflows, reduce waste, and improve cost-efficiency. Ensure compliance with quality standards (ISO, IEC) and safety norms. Drive preventive maintenance and equipment calibration. Support after-sales commissioning, repairs, and customer issue resolution. Modernize plant and adopt new-age manufacturing techniques.

To Apply:

If interested, please share your CV at recruitment.krishnaenterprise@gmail.com.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹200,000.00 - ₹2,500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

Provident Fund
Work Location: In person