Production Manager

Production Manager The Production Manager is responsible for leading and optimizing all production operations within a precision engineering environment specializing in CNC milling, turning, and auto-lathe machining. The role drives operational excellence by ensuring high productivity, consistent quality, cost efficiency, and compliance with regulatory standards. 1. Key Responsibilities A. Production Operations Management • Oversee daily production activities across CNC milling, CNC turning, and auto-lathe sections • Plan and execute production schedules to meet delivery timelines and customer requirements • Ensure optimal machine utilization, manpower deployment, and workflow efficiency • Monitor KPIs such as output, OEE, cycle time, scrap rate, and on-time delivery B. Technical Leadership (CNC Machining Environment) • Provide strong technical oversight on CNC machining processes including:3/4/5-axis CNC millingCNC turning (Swiss-type / conventional turning)Autolathe production systems • Ensure proper setup, tooling selection, programming standards, and process stability • Support troubleshooting of complex machining, tooling, and process issues • Drive process capability improvements for tight tolerance precision components C. Quality & Compliance • Ensure strict adherence to GMP, and customer quality requirements • Work closely with QA/QC on:Non-conformance (NC) management Root cause analysis and CAPA implementation • Maintain traceability, documentation integrity, and audit readiness D. Continuous Improvement & Productivity • Lead Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma initiatives to improve efficiency • Drive cycle time reduction, cost optimization, and yield improvement • Implement automation, digital tools (MES / ERP / Power BI dashboards) to enhance visibility and control E. People Management & Leadership • Manage and develop a team of supervisors, engineers, technicians, and operators • Build a skills matrix and drive workforce multi-skilling • Conduct performance reviews, coaching, and succession planning • Foster a culture of accountability, safety, and continuous improvement F. Maintenance & Equipment Reliability • Oversee preventive maintenance programs for CNC machines and auto-lathes • Collaborate with maintenance/engineering teams to minimize downtime • Ensure timely resolution of machine breakdowns and production disruptions G. Strategic & Cross-Functional Collaboration • Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Supply Chain, and Sales teams • Support New Product Introduction (NPI) and process industrialization • Align production capacity and capability with business growth strategy 3. Job Requirements Education • Diploma / Degree in Precision Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or related field Experience • Minimum 5-8 years in precision manufacturing environment • At least 3–5 years in a leadership/managerial role • Proven experience managing: CNC milling operations CNC turning / Swiss turning Auto-lathe/high-volume machining Technical Skills • Strong knowledge in CNC machining processes, tooling, and fixture design • Familiarity with CNC programming principles (G-code, CAM systems) • Experience with high precision components (tight tolerances, complex geometries) • Understanding of MES / ERP systems and production data analytics • Knowledge of ISO regulated manufacturing environments Leadership & Soft Skills • Strong leadership and team management capability • Excellent problem-solving and root cause analysis skills • Data-driven decision-making mindset • Effective communication and cross-functional collaboration 4. Key Success Metrics (KPIs) • On-time delivery performance • OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) • Scrap and rework rate • Production cost per unit • Machine downtime reduction