Production Manager - Lithium Ion Battery (7-14 yrs)

Key Responsibilities:

1) Production :

- Responsible for to achieve set productivity target Responsible to achieve the set OEE

- Responsible to close the daily MIS

- Responsible to make all the production documents like SOP, Process check sheet, OPL etc Responsible to train the operator and skill upgradation

- Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer demand and optimize resources. Collaborate with the supply chain team to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.

- Develop and implement production schedules to meet customer demand and optimize resources. Collaborate with the supply chain team to ensure timely availability of raw materials and components.

2) Quality Control:

- Implement defect free process

- Implement and enforce quality control standards throughout the production process.

- Work closely with the quality assurance team to address and rectify any production-related quality issues.

3) Team Leadership:

- Lead and motivate the production team to achieve production targets and quality objectives.

- Conduct regular performance evaluations, provide feedback, and facilitate training as needed.

4) Process Optimization:

- Continuously analyze production processes to identify opportunities for improvement and increased efficiency.

- Implement lean manufacturing principles to streamline workflows and reduce waste.

5) Safety Compliance:

- Ensure 100% PPE compliance

- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and best practices in the production environment.

- Implement and enforce safety protocols to create a secure working environment for all team members.

6) Equipment Maintenance:

- Collaborate with the maintenance team to ensure that production equipment is well-maintained and operating at optimal levels.

- Schedule and oversee routine maintenance activities to minimize downtime.

7) Cost Management:

- Monitor production costs and implement cost-effective measures to enhance overall profitability.

- Work with the finance team to develop and manage production budgets.

8) Collaboration:

- Collaborate with cross-functional teams, including engineering, quality assurance, and logistics, to ensure seamless coordination and communication.

- Provide regular updates on production status and address any challenges or bottlenecks.

9) Core competency :

- Lithium ion battery pack, Battery charging and discharging process , BCT, BMS ,Safety requirement, Function parameter Like -OCV,IR,Cell Dimension ,Nominal voltage,SOC,C-rate. Cell technology, Responsible for monthly schedules by coordinating with PPC and planning resources availability all the time for smooth execution of production activities.

- Responsible for capacity planning and manpower planning as per production forecast.

- Responsible for Preparing & updating the SOP's, work instructions and training the team members.

- Responsible to Ensure the quality of products meeting as per IATF:16949 standard requirements. Responsible to Ensure the employee safety and environment across the line

- Responsible to Ensure the 5S in worplace all time and improving continuously on daily basis.

- Responsible to Establish the effective process controls like POKE-YOKE's for the existing process, by coordinating with customers on process audits initiating counter measures based on customer complaints through CAPA, QCC, one point lesson & 8D reports.

- Responsible to implement low cost automation projects and implement by coordinating with concerned department.

- Responsible for End-to-End Assembly and Reworking / Rectifying the defects in the Battery Pack. Responsible to implement PFD,APQP,PPAP,FMEA,SPC & MSA)

- Responsible to identify bottle neck opeartion and implement kaizen to reduce the same Responsible to do cycle time study (MOST )

Qualifications:

- Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing,

- Proven experience in production management, preferably in the electric vehicle or automotive industry.

- Strong leadership skills with the ability to motivate and inspire a production team.

- In-depth knowledge of production processes, quality control, and safety standards.

- Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.

- Excellent communication and interpersonal skills.