Job Purpose:
Lead Manufacturing operations in machine shops while maintaining workplace safety and product quality as per regulatory standards and customer requirements and fostering culture of continuous improvement.
- Key Responsibilities:
- Develop and implement manufacturing strategy for machining operations in line with the objectives of manufacturing organization.
- Define key performance indicators (KPIs) related to machining, such as production output, cycle times, OEE, COPQ, Process Capability and equipment utilization. Monitor progress periodically.
- Oversee daily machining operations, ensuring production plans are achieved. Conduct daily reviews to troubleshoot and eliminate obstructions to flow bottlenecks.
- Evaluate, select and commission machining equipment, tools and technologies to improve productivity, safety, quality and productivity.
- Ensure all safety procedures are followed and employees are trained to enable safe workplace. Conduct safety audits to identify and minimize unsafe conditions and behavior.
- Establish and implement machining quality control standards, processes and inspection methods to enable error free work.
- Manage the department's budget including cost control measures, material yield, consumable and energy consumption.
- Collaborate with cross-functional teams to address operational challenges, resolve issues and ensure timely delivery of machined components.
- Build Team in Department by defining priorities, reviewing progress periodically, provide feedback and guidance, train and employees.
- Comprehensive knowledge of machining process, methods, tools and materials.
- Good understanding of industry regulations, quality standards and safety procedures.
- Practical problem-solving and decision-making skills
- Should be familiar with conventional as well as CNC/VMC machines, complex drawing reading and cost estimation.
- Strong interpersonal and communication abilities.
Key Deliverables:
- Zero reportable accidents
- Zero COPQ and High process capability
- Plan vs Actual Production
- Manpower productivity
- 100% statutory compliance
