Position Objective:

We are seeking a hands-on, result-oriented Head to manage end-to-end manufacturing operations for Consumer appliances, including sheet-metal fabrication, press shop, tooling, welding, surface finishing and final assembly.

The candidate will be responsible for manufacturing efficiency, productivity, quality, cost optimization and timely delivery.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Fabrication & Press-Shop Operations:

- Manage sheet-metal cutting, punching, stamping, bending, forming and welding operations.

- Oversee mechanical/hydraulic presses, dies, tools, jigs and fixtures.

- Improve machine utilization, material yield and tooling efficiency.

- Reduce scrap, rejection, downtime and manufacturing costs.

2. Assembly & Production Management:

- Manage OTG and chimney assembly lines, testing and finished goods production.

- Optimize line balancing, manpower productivity and production cycle times.

- Ensure production targets, quality standards and delivery schedules.

- Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, TPM and automation.

3. Quality & Cost Management:

- Ensure product quality, electrical safety and manufacturing process controls.

- Reduce rejection, rework, warranty failures and conversion costs.

- Drive continuous productivity improvement and value engineering.

- Monitor manufacturing KPIs and implement corrective actions.

4. New Product Development & Industrialization:

- Coordinate with R&D/NPD teams for new product launches.

- Develop manufacturing processes, tooling, dies, fixtures and assembly systems.

- Support component localization and supplier development.

- Ensure smooth transition from prototype to mass production.

5. Plant Leadership:

- Lead fabrication, press shop, assembly, quality, maintenance and engineering teams.

- Manage production planning, manpower, equipment and plant resources.

- Ensure factory safety, statutory compliance and operational discipline.

- Maintain effective production and inventory controls through ERP/SAP.

Mandatory:

- 12 - 18 years of manufacturing experience, including at least 5 years in a senior production or plant leadership role.

- Strong hands-on experience in sheet-metal fabrication, press-shop operations and high-volume assembly.

- Sound knowledge of press tools, dies, welding, production engineering and maintenance.

- Proven track record in productivity improvement, cost reduction and quality management.

- Strong leadership, analytical and problem-solving capabilities.