Production Head

Position - Vertical Production Section Head

Location: Pune
Experience: 13-15 Years
Industry Preference: Automotive / Auto Components / Heat Exchangers / Radiators / Condensers

Role Summary

We are looking for an experienced Production Manager/Senior Manager to lead high-volume manufacturing operations. The candidate should have strong expertise in handling production lines, managing a large workforce, driving productivity improvements, and ensuring smooth plant operations. Candidates with experience in manufacturing of Condensers, Radiators, Heat Exchangers, HVAC Components, or Automotive Systems will be preferred.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end production activities across multiple manufacturing lines.
• Lead and supervise a large workforce comprising operators, supervisors, and contract manpower.
• Ensure achievement of production targets while maintaining quality, safety, and cost objectives.
• Monitor daily production performance and implement corrective actions to address bottlenecks.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, TPM, and 5S practices.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machinery, and resources.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and Planning teams for seamless operations.
• Improve line efficiency, productivity, OEE, and overall plant performance.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, company policies, and statutory requirements.
• Handle manpower planning, performance management, and team development.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in manufacturing:
• Condensers
• Radiators
• Heat Exchangers
• HVAC Components
• Automotive Cooling Systems
• Auto Ancillary Products
• Proven experience in handling large-scale manufacturing operations and significant headcount.
  

Required Skills

• Production Line Management
• High-Volume Manufacturing
• Large Team Handling (100+ Manpower)
• Lean Manufacturing & Continuous Improvement
• Shop Floor Management
• Production Planning & Control
• Root Cause Analysis
• Team Leadership & People Management
• Cost Reduction & Productivity Enhancement
• Quality and Safety Compliance

Candidate Profile

• 13-15 years of experience in Production/Manufacturing Operations.
• Strong exposure to automotive or engineering manufacturing environments.
• Hands-on experience in managing multiple production lines and large workforce.
• Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Exposure to heat exchanger, radiator, condenser, or similar manufacturing processes will be an added advantage.

Ideal Candidate: A strong shop-floor leader who has successfully managed high-volume production lines, handled large manpower strength, and delivered operational excellence in automotive component manufacturing.