Manufacturing Manager - Lithium battery manufacturing startup

Responsibilities:

• Own the end-to-end Process for Lithium battery manufacturing.
• Plan, organize, and supervise daily production operations to achieve output and quality targets.
• Monitor production processes, identify bottlenecks, and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Coordinate closely with Supply Chain, Quality, Maintenance, and R&D teams to ensure smooth workflow.
• Prepare and manage production schedules, manpower deployment, and shift planning.
• Train, mentor, and guide operators and technicians to ensure strict adherence to SOPs and best practices.
• Monitor equipment performance and coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance with relevant teams.
• Maintain accurate production records, MIS reports, and KPI dashboards.
• Ensure full compliance with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) norms and statutory requirements. Support initiatives related to cost reduction, productivity enhancement, and process optimization.

Good to have:

• Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, or Production Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in production or manufacturing operations for Lithium battery.
• Prior experience in battery, automotive, electronics, or allied manufacturing sectors is highly preferred.
• Strong understanding of production planning, lean manufacturing principles, and quality systems. Hands-on experience in shop-floor management, manpower handling, and shift supervision.
• Working knowledge of ERP / inventory management systems for production tracking and reporting.
• Exposure to EV battery, lithium-ion manufacturing, or energy storage systems.
• Knowledge of Kaizen, Six Sigma, TPM, or other continuous improvement methodologies. - Proactive mindset with a strong focus on safety, quality, and operational excellence.