Production Manager

Role & responsibilities

• Manage end-to-end production activities of railway sleeper manufacturing operations.
• Ensure daily production targets are achieved as per production planning and dispatch schedules.
• Supervise batching, casting, de-moulding, curing, stacking, and dispatch activities.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Stores, and Plant teams for uninterrupted production operations.
• Monitor productivity, wastage control, material utilization, and process improvements.
• Ensure adherence to production SOPs, quality standards, and safety practices.
• Handle manpower planning, shift management, and contractor workforce supervision.
• Monitor concrete production parameters and ensure compliance with railway and customer specifications.
• Coordinate with maintenance teams to minimize machine breakdowns and downtime.
• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports and MIS.
• Ensure proper utilization of raw materials, moulds, machinery, and plant equipment.
• Maintain housekeeping and 5S practices across production areas.
• Support audits, inspections, and client visits related to production activities.
• Ensure compliance with company policies, statutory norms, and operational guidelines.

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong knowledge of railway sleeper production and precast concrete manufacturing processes.
• Good understanding of batching plants, mould handling, concrete technology, and curing processes.
• Ability to manage large production teams and shift operations.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Knowledge of safety standards and quality control practices.
• Experience in production planning and process optimization.
• Basic knowledge of ERP/SAP and MS Office preferred.
• Good communication and coordination skills.