Position: Production Manager
Reporting To: MD/CEO
Industry: Gas Detection, Gas Analyzers, Safety & Environmental Instruments, Analytical Instrumentation
Location: Mumbai / Navi Mumbai (Maharashtra)
Experience: 8-10 years
Salary: 8 to 9 LPA
Company Profile
ENDEE ENGINEERS PRIVATE LIMITED is a legacy-driven technology company delivering advanced gas monitoring and industrial safety & environmental solutions since 1981. With strong expertise in electronics, sensor technology and R&D, we support mission-critical operations for clients across India and global markets. Our integrated ecosystem spans product innovation, manufacturing excellence and dependable technical support backed by a robust after sales service that enables seamless operations across the globe.
Job Summary
The Production Manager is responsible for planning, coordinating, and overseeing manufacturing operations for Gas Detection Systems, Gas Analyzers, and Safety & Environmental Instrumentation. The role ensures timely production, quality compliance, regulatory adherence, cost optimization, and continuous process improvement while meeting customer and statutory requirements.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Execution
- Plan, organize, and control end-to-end production activities for gas detectors, analyzers, and analytical instruments
- Ensure on-time delivery by aligning production schedules with sales forecasts and project timelines
- Coordinate with Procurement, R&D, QA, and Stores to ensure material availability and smooth workflow
- Optimize manpower, equipment utilization, and production capacity
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure compliance with applicable standards such as ISO 9001, ISO 45001, and industry-specific norms (ATEX, IECEx, PESO, CE, SIL wherever applicable)
- Ensure adherence to calibration procedures, traceability, and test protocols for gas sensors and analyzers
- Oversee in-process inspections, final testing, burn-in, and functional validation
- Support internal and external audits and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA)
Process & Continuous Improvement
- Implement productivity improvement initiatives
- Reduce rework, scrap, and production cycle time while improving yield
- Drive standardization of work instructions, SOPs, and production documentation
People Management
- Lead, mentor, and develop production engineers, technicians and logistic
- Conduct skill gap analysis and training on assembly, testing, calibration, and safety practices
- Ensure adherence to EHS norms on the shop floor
Cost & Inventory Control
- Monitor production costs, material consumption, and wastage
- Work closely with Stores and Purchase teams for inventory optimization and FIFO practices
- Support cost-reduction initiatives without compromising quality or safety
Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Collaborate with R&D for NPI (New Product Introduction), design for manufacturability, and process validation
- Coordinate with Service team for feedback on field failures and continuous improvement
- Support documentation for tenders, customer inspections, and FAT/SAT activities where required
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong understanding of gas sensors (electrochemical, IR, PID, catalytic, ultrasonic) and analyzer systems
- Knowledge of electronic assembly, calibration, enclosure assembly, and testing
- Familiarity with safety-critical and hazardous area equipment manufacturing
- Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
- Proficient in ERP/MRP systems and production MIS reporting
- Strong communication and inter-departmental coordination skills
Educational Qualification
- B. E. / B. Tech in Electronics, Instrumentation, Electrical, or related engineering discipline
- M. Tech / MBA (Operations) will be an added advantage
