Deputy Manager - Cell Production

Adani Group; Mundra; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Adani Group in Mundra, Gujarat, is seeking an experienced Production Operations Manager for solar cell manufacturing lines. You will ensure daily to monthly production plans, monitor process parameters, and lead shift teams to meet quality and safety standards.

The role emphasizes Lean/Six Sigma, TPM, continuous yield improvement, and cost reduction through automation and optimization. Minimum 4–6 years in solar cell manufacturing and a relevant engineering degree are required.

Qualifications

• BE/BTech in mechanical/electrical/electronics/chemical/production/industrial engineering
• MBA/PGDM in Operations Management preferred
• 4–6 years in manufacturing operations
• 4–6 years in solar cell manufacturing
• Exposure to high-volume automated environments
• Experience with TOPCon, PERC, HJT technologies preferred

Responsibilities

• Achieve daily, weekly, and monthly production plans for solar cell lines.
• Monitor and control production parameters for stable process performance and optimum output.
• Lead shift-wise production activities and address bottlenecks.
• Ensure utilization of manpower, machines, and materials.
• Drive adherence to schedules while maintaining quality and safety.

Skills

Team leadership

Lean manufacturing

Six Sigma

Safety management

Education

B.E./B.Tech (Mechanical)

B.E./B.Tech (Electrical)

B.E./B.Tech (Electronics)

B.E./B.Tech (Chemical)

B.E./B.Tech (Production)

B.E./B.Tech (Industrial)

MBA/PGDM in Operations

Tools

5S

Kaizen

TPM

Quality metrics tracking

Job description

• Ensure achievement of daily, weekly, and monthly production plans for solar cell manufacturing lines.
• Monitor and control production parameters to ensure stable process performance and optimum output.
• Drive adherence to production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machines, and material resources.
• Lead shift-wise production activities and address operational bottlenecks.

Responsibilities

Production Operations Management

• Ensure achievement of daily, weekly, and monthly production plans for solar cell manufacturing lines.
• Monitor and control production parameters to ensure stable process performance and optimum output.
• Drive adherence to production schedules while maintaining quality and safety standards.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machines, and material resources.
• Lead shift-wise production activities and address operational bottlenecks.

Process Control & Yield Improvement

• Monitor critical process parameters across cell manufacturing processes such as:
• Texturing
• Diffusion
• PECVD
• Laser Processing
• Screen Printing
• Firing
• Testing & Sorting
• Analyze process deviations and implement corrective actions.
• Support continuous yield improvement and defect reduction initiatives.
• Lead root cause analysis for quality and process issues using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.

Quality Management

• Ensure compliance with established quality standards and SOPs.
• Monitor key manufacturing KPIs including:
• Yield %
• OEE
• Productivity
• Line Efficiency
• Defect Rate
• Scrap Rate
• Coordinate with Quality team for containment and corrective actions.
• Drive first-time-right manufacturing culture.

Team Management

• Lead and develop production supervisors, engineers, and operators.
• Ensure proper manpower deployment and shift management.
• Conduct skill development and training programs for shop-floor personnel.
• Drive employee engagement and performance management initiatives.

Safety, Environment & Compliance

• Ensure compliance with EHS standards and statutory requirements.
• Promote a zero-accident culture across production operations.
• Ensure implementation of 5S, Kaizen, and TPM practices.
• Participate in safety audits and closure of observations within timelines.

Continuous Improvement

• Identify productivity improvement opportunities through automation and process optimization.
• Lead cost reduction initiatives related to consumables, utilities, and operational losses.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and World Class Manufacturing (WCM) practices.
• Support new product introductions and technology upgrades.

Qualifications

Educational Qualification

• B.E./B.Tech in:
• Mechanical Engineering
• Electrical Engineering
• Electronics Engineering
• Chemical Engineering
• Production Engineering
• Industrial Engineering
• MBA/PGDM in Operations Management preferred.

Experience

• 4–6 years of experience in manufacturing operations.
• Minimum 4–6 years of experience in Solar Cell Manufacturing.
• Experience in advanced cell technologies such as:
• TOPCon
• PERC
• HJT (preferred)
• Exposure to high-volume automated manufacturing environments