POSITION/ ROLE

Executive / AM Production Copper Tubing Shop

LOCATION

Chennai Factory

DEPARTMENT/ DIVISION

UPBG / Manufacturing

GRADE

Exe

EDUCATION

Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Production Engineering

EXPERIENCE (Years)

5–10 years of experience in plant production operations. Experience in copper tubing / HVAC / RAC

Position Overview

To ensure efficient and smooth operation of the copper tubing shop by managing production activities, achieving output targets, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives.

ROLE

Production Planning & Execution
Plan and execute daily production schedules in line with targets
Ensure optimum utilization of machines, manpower, and materials
Monitor line performance to meet production KPIs (output, efficiency, rejection)
Ensure adherence to production timelines and dispatch commitments
Copper Tubing Operations Management
Oversee processes such as tube cutting, bending, expansion, and forming
Ensure smooth functioning of copper processing equipment and tooling
Monitor process parameters to maintain dimensional accuracy and quality standards
Coordinate with maintenance for machine readiness and uptime
Quality Control
Ensure adherence to quality standards and SOPs
Reduce defects through process control and corrective actions
Support quality team in inspection, audits, and root cause analysis
Maintain focus on first-pass yield and rejection reduction
Continuous Improvement
Drive Lean, Kaizen, and 5S initiatives on the shopfloor
Identify and implement productivity and cost improvement ideas
Support cycle time reduction and line balancing efforts
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
Safety & Compliance
Ensure strict adherence to safety guidelines and PPE usage
Implement safe working practices in the shopfloor
Participate in safety audits and risk mitigation initiatives
Ensure compliance with statutory and company policies
Team Management & Coordination
Supervise operators and line staff in the copper tubing shop
Ensure proper shift planning and manpower allocation
Train operators on process, quality, and safety practices
Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and stores teams
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain production records for output, downtime, and rejections
Prepare and share daily/weekly/monthly production MIS reports
Ensure accurate documentation for audits and compliance

Essential Attributes

Strong understanding of production processes and line management
Knowledge of copper tubing operations (cutting, bending, forming)
Familiarity with Lean manufacturing, 5S, and KPIs
Ability to drive productivity, quality, and efficiency improvements
Strong problem-solving and coordination skills

DESIRED ATTRIBUTES

Ownership and accountability
Strong execution focus
Team leadership and collaboration
Continuous improvement mindset

OPERATIONAL REPORTING

Section Manager (Production)

FUNCTIONAL REPORTING

Section Manager (Production)

Assistant Manager Production