Sr. Manager - Production (Polishing)

Key Responsibilities

Production Management

• Plan, organize, and monitor daily polishing operations to achieve production targets.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machines, consumables, and other resources.
• Review production schedules and ensure timely execution as per customer requirements.
• Minimize downtime and improve overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).

Quality Assurance

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and specifications throughout the polishing process.
• Monitor defect levels and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate with Quality teams to address customer complaints and quality concerns.
• Drive quality improvement initiatives to reduce rework and rejection rates.

Process Improvement

• Identify opportunities for productivity enhancement and cost reduction.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, or similar improvement methodologies.
• Standardize processes and develop SOPs for polishing operations.
• Monitor KPIs and initiate improvement projects.

Team Leadership

• Lead and develop production supervisors, engineers, and shop floor personnel.
• Conduct performance reviews and skill development programs.
• Ensure workforce discipline, engagement, and motivation.
• Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with all EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) regulations.
• Conduct safety audits and risk assessments.
• Drive zero-accident and safe-working initiatives.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and statutory requirements.

Cost & Budget Management

• Monitor operational costs related to polishing activities.
• Control consumption of polishing materials, tools, and utilities.
• Support annual budgeting and cost-saving initiatives.
• Analyze production losses and implement corrective measures.

Coordination & Reporting

• Coordinate with Maintenance, Quality, Planning, SCM, and other departments for smooth operations.
• Prepare and present production reports, MIS, and performance dashboards.
• Participate in management reviews and strategic planning discussions.