Production Manger

**Job Title**: Production Manager - Precision Slitting Division

**Company**: Metalex Steel Strips Pvt. Ltd.
**Location**: Bommasandra-Jigani Industrial Area, Bengaluru
**Experience Required**: 7 - 10 Years (in Steel / Metal Precision Slitting Operations)
**Department**: Production
**Reports To**: Plant Head / General Manager - Operations

**Position Overview**:
The **Production Manager - Precision Slitting Division** will be responsible for leading and managing the complete production operations of the precision slitting lines handling **steel, copper, aluminum alloys, and composite materials**. The role requires hands-on experience in **high-precision slitting**, **shop floor management**, and **lean manufacturing principles** to achieve production efficiency, quality, and timely deliveries.

**Key Responsibilities**:
**1. Production Planning & Execution**
- Plan and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to meet customer requirements and dispatch timelines.
- Manage 10-12 precision slitting machines and a team of around 30 production operators and technicians.
- Ensure full utilization of 8 slitting lines, maintaining optimum productivity and mínimal downtime.
- Coordinate with the planning and sales teams to align production with order priorities and machine capacity.
- Review production reports and take corrective actions to meet targets and reduce rejections.

**2. Quality & Precision Management**
- Ensure all slitting operations are carried out within specified **close tolerances** and **high-quality standards**.
- Oversee quality checks during and after production for dimensional accuracy, edge finish, burr-free slits, and surface quality.
- Implement stringent quality assurance and inspection systems to maintain customer satisfaction and minimize claims.

**3. Lean Manufacturing & Process Optimization**
- Optimize production workflow, material movement, and setup times to improve throughput and reduce waste.
- Lead daily production meetings, performance reviews, and root cause analysis for process deviations.

**4. Coordination & Communication**
- Liaise with the **Sales and Planning Teams** for order scheduling, customer coordination, and material readiness.
- Coordinate with the **Maintenance Department** for preventive and predictive maintenance of slitting lines and equipment.
- Ensure smooth communication across shifts, departments, and with the management team.

**5. Shop Floor & Workforce Management**
- Supervise and motivate shop floor personnel for achieving production, quality, and safety goals.
- Manage workforce allocation, attendance, skill development, and performance monitoring.
- Ensure strict compliance with workplace safety, housekeeping, and discipline standards.

**6. Maintenance & Equipment Upkeep**
- Maintain all slitting lines, shearing machines, and auxiliary equipment in excellent working condition.
- Plan preventive maintenance schedules to avoid breakdowns and downtime.
- Coordinate with vendors and internal maintenance teams for spare parts management and machine calibration.

**7. Dispatch, Packing & Logistics Coordination**
- Oversee finished goods handling, precision packing, labeling, and dispatches as per customer specifications.
- Ensure accurate documentation and coordination with the logistics team for timely dispatches.
- **Qualification**: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Production Engineering or equivalent.
- **Experience**: Minimum 7-10 years in **production management of precision slitting and shearing operations**.
- Must have hands-on experience handling **steel, copper, aluminum, and alloy materials**.
- Strong knowledge of **close tolerance slitting (±0.05 mm and below)**, coil handling, and thickness range from thin gauge to medium gauge.
- Proven ability in **lean manufacturing**, production planning, and team leadership.
- Experience managing multi-machine slitting lines (minimum 8-10 lines) with manpower of 25-35 employees.
- Excellent communication, coordination, and analytical skills.
- Proficiency in MS Office, ERP systems, and production reporting tools.

**Key Competencies**:

- Strong leadership and team management skills.
- Sound knowledge of slitting line operations and machine maintenance.
- Commitment to quality, precision, and customer satisfaction.
- Problem-solving and decision-making ability under pressure.
- Effective planning, time management, and coordination skills.

**Compensation**:
Commensurate with experience and industry standards.

Pay: ₹40,000.00 - ₹65,000.00 per month

**Benefits**:

- Cell phone reimbursement
- Food provided
- Health insurance
- Paid sick time
- Provident Fund

Work Location: In person