Shift Incharge

Role & responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate production activities during the assigned shift.
• Ensure production targets are achieved as per the daily production plan.
• Monitor manpower deployment and optimize machine utilization.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards and manufacturing procedures.
• Maintain discipline, safety, and housekeeping standards on the shop floor.
• Monitor machine performance and coordinate with maintenance teams for breakdown resolution.
• Prepare and maintain production reports, shift records, and MIS data.
• Identify opportunities for process improvement, waste reduction, and productivity enhancement.
• Train and guide operators and technicians on production processes and safety practices.
• Ensure adherence to ISO, IATF, TPM, 5S, Kaizen, and other operational excellence initiatives.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma/B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, Electrical, or related engineering discipline.
• 3-8 years of experience in production/manufacturing operations, preferably in the automotive or auto-component industry.
• Proven experience in handling shop-floor operations and managing manpower during shifts.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality systems, safety standards, and manufacturing KPIs.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing, TPM, 5S, Kaizen, SPC, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Ability to troubleshoot production issues and coordinate with maintenance, quality, and planning teams.
• Good leadership, communication, and team management skills.
• Proficient in MS Excel, production reporting, and shift documentation.
• Willingness to work in rotational shifts.
• Experience in achieving production targets while ensuring quality, safety, and cost control.