Assistant Manager -Production

SmartRecruiters, Inc.; Jhagadia; On-site; INR 1,400,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Sika, a leader in specialty chemicals, seeks an experienced Production Planner to manage manufacturing activities in line with Supply Chain requirements. The role emphasizes efficiency, cost minimization, and adherence to EHS & QMS standards.

The candidate will work with mixers, dissolvers, packing equipment, and process automation through HMI/SCADA, ensuring safe, timely, and quality-focused production. 8–10 years in related industries is preferred.

Qualifications

• BE or BTech in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering; additional safety or material planning knowledge is a plus.
• Experience in specialty chemicals, paints, or construction chemicals preferred.
• Understanding of powder and liquid blending processes; knowledge of HMI/SCADA automation.

Responsibilities

• Plan and execute production activities to meet quality specifications and supply chain requirements.
• Maintain minimum stock levels as defined by supply chain.
• Ensure proper accounting of raw materials, intermed./semi-finished, and finished goods in ERP/AX9.
• Adhere to ISO 9001 and 14001; implement 5S in production area.
• Coach and guide employees and contractors to achieve safe production targets.

Skills

Time Management

Inventory control management

Manpower management

Computer proficiency

HSE ISO 9001 14001

5S

Production process knowledge

HMI and SCADA automation

Education

BE/BTech in Chemical Engineering

BE/BTech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

ERP/AX9

Job description

Sika is a specialty chemicals company with a leading position in the development and production of systems and products for bonding, sealing, damping, reinforcing, and protecting in the building sector and motor vehicle industry. Sika has subsidiaries in 101 countries around the world and manufactures in over 300 factories. Its more than 27,500 employees generated annual sales of CHF 11.20 billion in 2025.

Job Description

Department :Operations & Supply Chain

Reports To :Manager - Production

Overview:

This position is responsible for planning and execution of production as per Supply Chain requirement with maximum efficiency and least cost along with EHS & QMS compliance

Duties and Responsibilities:

• Must be able to execute small and medium sized projects in a time bound and safe manner
• Must have a good understanding of Mixers, Dissolvers, Packing Machine, chiller, compressor, basic engineering know- how and good understanding of powder and liquid formulation processes
• Must be able to plan and execute production activities based on planned manpower requirements to meet quality specifications
• Ensure proper accounting of semi-finished, advanced intermediate & finished goods in ERP/AX9.
• Ensure that the minimum stock quantity is always maintained as defined by supply chain
• Proper accounting of all RM/PM/IM received from stores and handover of finished goods to ensure avoidance / pilferage of goods and wastages
• Follow safe working policies; follow health, safety environmental protection norms including use of safety equipment.
• Ensure good housekeeping, logical material handling to ensure efficiency and enhance safety.
• Strictly follow the systems and procedure as per ISO 9001 and 14001.
• Implement 5S system in Production area.
• Coach and guide own employees and contractors to ensure safe production targets are met or exceeded in a safe manner
• Improve batch cycle time by using Lean practices
• Ensure optimum utilization of workmen in the plant

Experience

• Minimum 8 to 10 Years of experience in Specialty chemicals, Paint or Construction Chemicals industry.

Functional

• Time Management
• Inventory control management
• Manpower management
• Computer proficiency
• Commitment to HSE, ISO 9001 & 14001 standards
• Knowledge of 5S
• Knowledge of production process as well as utilities
• Good Chemical process knowledge of construction chemicals industry - powder and liquid blending through HMI and SCADA process automation.

Behavioral

• Training & development to subordinates
• Strategic thinking, willing to accept the change management & positive attitude to solve the problems at shop floor level.
• Good leadership & communications skills.
• Quality of people development & team building
• Result Orientation

Qualifications

Qualifications/Experience:

• BE or BTech in Chemical or Mechanical Engineering. Additional degree or diploma in material planning and Safety is an added advantage.

Additional Information

We offer competitive salaries, aligned with local market benchmarks and the specific scope and responsibilities of each role. Compensation is determined based skills relevant to the position, education and/or training. We are committed to fair and equitable pay practices in accordance with applicable laws and regulations.