Factory Manager

Factory Manager

Position Summary

The Factory Manager will be responsible for owning and driving end-to-end plant operations, including production planning, assembly, testing, stores, quality coordination, vendor management, and dispatch. The role requires strong leadership, operational excellence, and hands-on experience in assembly-led manufacturing environments with outsourced fabrication, machining, electronics, and structural components.

The ideal candidate will establish standardized processes, improve operational efficiency, ensure on-time project deliveries, and build a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Execution

• Convert customer demand and project requirements into monthly, weekly, and daily production plans.
• Plan capacity utilization, line layout, takt time, and resource allocation.
• Monitor and improve production KPIs including OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness), Cycle Time, and First Pass Yield (FPY).
• Ensure adherence to production schedules and delivery commitments.
• Drive productivity improvements and operational efficiency across manufacturing activities.

2. Vendor-End Production Coordination

• Coordinate closely with fabrication, machining, powder coating, electronics, and structural vendors.
• Track vendor production schedules, capacities, and delivery commitments.
• Work with SCM to proactively resolve material shortages and supply bottlenecks.
• Review vendor readiness before material movement to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Monitor outsourced manufacturing quality and delivery performance.

3. Assembly, Testing & Standardization

• Lead assembly and testing operations for robotic systems.
• Develop and implement assembly SOPs, work instructions, and workstation standards.
• Drive line balancing and workflow optimization.
• Introduce jigs, fixtures, poka-yoke, and process improvements to reduce errors and improve productivity.
• Coordinate with Design and Engineering teams for smooth implementation of engineering changes and product updates.
• Ensure standardization of manufacturing and testing processes.

4. Stores, Inventory & Logistics Management

• Oversee stores operations including GRN, binning, FIFO, and kitting processes.
• Maintain inventory accuracy through cycle counts and inventory audits.
• Monitor and control WIP inventory levels.
• Ensure material availability as per production requirements.
• Plan packing, dispatch, transportation, and logistics activities for timely deliveries.
• Improve inventory management practices and material traceability.

5. People Management, Safety & Discipline

• Lead and manage supervisors, technicians, assemblers, and shop-floor teams.
• Plan manpower deployment, shift schedules, and workforce utilization.
• Conduct training and skill development initiatives for production personnel.
• Enforce safety standards, EHS practices, and statutory compliance requirements.
• Drive 5S implementation and workplace discipline across the factory.
• Build a performance-oriented and accountable manufacturing culture.

6. Systems, MIS & Cost Control

• Drive ERP-based manufacturing operations and process discipline.
• Monitor production through dashboards and data-driven reviews.
• Prepare and share daily and weekly MIS reports covering:
• Production Plan vs Actual
• WIP Status
• Downtime Analysis
• Rework & Rejection Data
• Inventory Status
• Dispatch Performance
• Identify opportunities to reduce scrap, rework, wastage, and operational costs.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives and operational excellence programs.

7. Cross-Functional Coordination

• Collaborate with Quality, SCM, Design, Projects, Service, and Stores teams.
• Ensure smooth execution of customer and project requirements.
• Support root-cause analysis and corrective actions for production and field issues.
• Feed field failure data and service feedback into manufacturing improvement initiatives.
• Drive alignment across departments to achieve business goals and delivery commitments.

Key Deliverables

• Own end-to-end plant operations including assembly, testing, stores, quality coordination, and dispatch of products.
• Ensure on-time, in-quality, and cost-effective manufacturing output aligned with project commitments.
• Drive production follow-up with fabrication, machining, powder coating, electronics, and structural vendors.
• Establish standardized manufacturing processes, SOPs, and ERP-driven operational systems.
• Improve productivity, quality, inventory accuracy, and delivery performance.

Required Qualifications

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related discipline.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• At least 3 years of experience in a leadership or supervisory role.
• Experience in assembly-led manufacturing environments with outsourced fabrication, machining, and electronics operations.
• Strong understanding of production planning, inventory management, and shop-floor operations.

Required Skills

• Production Planning & Control (PPC)
• Lean Manufacturing & 5S
• Line Balancing & Capacity Planning
• Inventory & Stores Management
• Vendor Development & Coordination
• ERP-Based Manufacturing Operations
• BOM & Engineering Drawing Interpretation
• Root Cause Analysis & Problem Solving
• MIS Reporting & Data Analysis
• Team Leadership & People Management
• Continuous Improvement Methodologies

Preferred Profile

• Experience in robotics, automation equipment, special-purpose machines (SPM), engineering products, or project-based manufacturing.
• Strong ownership mindset with hands-on execution capability.
• Ability to work in a fast-growing manufacturing environment.
• Candidates residing in PCMC, Chakan or nearby industrial areas will be preferred.