Senior Manager Production

The Sr. Manager/Manager of Production is responsible for managing all production activities in a cost-effective way, ensuring

efficient processes, and maintaining high standards in the manufacturing of KDW, Home and Office Furniture,

NPD, Mocks and project-related products.

Key Responsibilities:

• Plan and execute monthly and quarterly production schedules in line with business targets, giving priority to urgent, complaint-related, mock, NPD, and NPD Zero Batch orders.
• Ensure timely achievement of production targets for both stock and custom orders while meeting delivery commitments.
• Coordinate with R&D, QC, and Technical teams to obtain necessary approvals for NPD Zero Batch items before initiating large-scale production.
• Lead the implementation of a Capacity Resource Planning system in partnership with Technical and IT teams to enhance productivity and optimize operational efficiency.
• Manage day-to-day production activities to ensure compliance with quality standards and adherence to scheduled production timelines.
• Introduce and oversee the use of project management tools and AI technologies to automate workflows, streamline operations, and reduce manual interventions.
• Monitor and control production costs, ensuring alignment with budgeted targets and maintaining operations within break-even thresholds.
• Implement strategies to reduce rework and wastage, ensuring adherence to QC benchmarks and improving overall production throughput.
• Collaborate with the IT department to integrate AI-driven dashboards and reporting tools for real-time performance monitoring and decision-making.
• Work closely with the Head of Technical to ensure smooth onboarding of new orders into the production cycle without delays or quality issues.
• Foster a culture of continuous improvement and leadership development through structured succession planning across all production units.

Requirements

• Bachelor's degree in Industrial Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related field; MBA or Master's in Operations/Production Management is preferred.
• Minimum 10-12 years of experience in production planning and operations, ideally within a manufacturing or industrial environment.
• Proficiency in production workflows, capacity planning, lean manufacturing, and ERP systems; familiarity with AI tools and project management software is a strong advantage.
• Strong analytical skills with the ability to evaluate production data, manage budgets, and drive process optimization while ensuring quality.
• Effective leadership and team management capabilities, with experience in cross-functional collaboration and talent development.
• Proven track record of implementing automation solutions and digital tools to streamline operations and minimize manual intervention.

Benefits

• Medical Insurance
• Provident Fund
• EOBI
• Paid Leaves
• Easy loan & advance facility
• Incentive Scheme as per organizational policy