Lead - Production Planning & Control

About the Role:

The PPC Lead will be responsible for driving production planning, scheduling and execution control to ensure on-time delivery, optimal resource utilization and smooth manufacturing operations. This role is critical in building Axirium's production planning systems and scaling manufacturing operations in a high-growth aerospace environment.

Key Responsibilities:

• Develop and manage master production schedules based on customer demand, capacity and material availability.
  

• Monitor production progress and ensure adherence to schedules, quality requirements and delivery commitments.
  

• Coordinate closely with procurement, quality, engineering and shop-floor teams to resolve production bottlenecks.
  

• Plan machine loading, manpower utilization and capacity optimisation.
  

• Track WIP, inventory levels and production lead times to improve throughput and reduce cycle time.
  

• Analyse production data, prepare MIS reports and drive continuous improvement initiatives.
  

• Support new product introduction (NPI) planning and ramp-up activities.
  

• Ensure compliance with aerospace quality standards and internal process controls.
  

Location:Hyderabad, India (On-site).

Qualifications:

Required:

• 3–7 years of experience in PPC / Production Planning / Manufacturing Operations (preferably aerospace, automotive, defence or precision manufacturing).
  

• Strong knowledge of production planning, capacity planning, scheduling and shop-floor control.
  

• Good understanding of machining, fabrication and assembly processes.
  

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.
  

• Proficiency in MS Excel and ERP/MRP systems.
  

Preferred:

• Exposure to AS9100 / ISO standards and the aerospace manufacturing environment.
  

• Experience working in a startup or fast-growing manufacturing setup.
  

WhatYou'llGain:

• Key role in establishing PPC systems in a scaling aerospace manufacturing company.
  

• Be part of Axirium's early core team, contributing to building systems, processes and operational culture from the ground up.
  

• Direct exposure to senior leadership, strategic planning and global customer programs.
  

• Faster career acceleration compared to large organizations, with high visibility and ownership.
  

• Opportunity to make a real, measurable impact on delivery performance, efficiency and scalability.