Deputy Manager - Production

Schneider Electric; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation in Ahmednagar, a unit of Schneider Electric India, is seeking a Deputy Manager - Production. This role drives production planning, process improvements, and TPM initiatives on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate has a Diploma or Degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Production Engineering with relevant manufacturing experience and a strong focus on safety, quality, and on-time delivery. This position offers a hands-on leadership role in a well-established unit.

Qualifications

• Diploma or degree in Electrical, Mechanical, or Production Engineering.
• 5–10 years of Diploma-level experience or 4–6 years for Degree holders.
• Experience in manufacturing environments.

Responsibilities

• Achieve production targets as per schedules.
• Improve quality on production lines via root cause analysis and corrective actions.
• Cost savings through digitalization, automation and productivity improvements.
• Complete customer orders within 7 days.
• Implement TPM, 5S, and lean initiatives on the shop floor.
• Train and develop technicians and operators.

Skills

Production planning

Lean manufacturing

Quality improvement

Root cause analysis

Team coordination

Education

Diploma/Engineering degree in Electrical/Mechanical/Production Engineering

Tools

SAP

MS Excel

Job description

Lauritz Knudsen Electrical and Automation is a pioneering electrical and automation brand with a rich legacy of over 70 years in India. We offer comprehensive portfolio of low-voltage switchgear, medium-voltage switchgear, automation solutions, software, and services catering to diverse segments, including homes, agriculture, buildings, infrastructure, and industry.

This position will be based at Ahmednagar Factory for Lauritz Knudsen Electrical & Automation (A unit of Schneider Electric India Pvt. Ltd.)

Designation: Deputy Manager - Production

Qualification: Diploma/Degree in Electrical / Mechanical /Production Engg

Experience: Diploma - 5 to 10 Years & Degree - 4 to 6 years

Key Deliverables / Key Responsibilities/Deliverables (Min 4 need to be filled in decreasing order of importance)

• Achieve Annual/Monthly/Daily Production targets as per schedules.
• Improve quality level for production lines with root cause analysis and corrective actions
• Cost Saving through digitalization, automation, value engg, material productivity, labour productivity
• Complete customer orders within 7 days. Continuous improvement through Lean/VSM/Poka-yoke/PFMEA projects
• TPM Initiatives on shop floor. Safety Improvements. 5S Sustenance on shop.
• Improve labour productivity in shop.

Technical competencies:

• Strong knowledge on manufacturing processes like fabrication and final assembly of electrical equipment
• Familiar on understanding and interpreting engineering drawings and specifications.
• Good knowledge on SAP or equivalent

Functional Competencies

• Plan and execute daily/weekly/Monthly production schedules to meet target
• Ensure compliance with safety and EHS standards.
• Address production issues related to materials, manpower, machines
• Monitor and improve line efficiency, cycle time, and productivity.
• Training and skill development of technicians and operators.
• Implement Lean / Kaizen / 5S practices on the shop floor

Behavioural Competencies

• Customer First approach.
• Collaboration within team and cross functional team.
• Good in communication and presentation
• Problem solving , proactiveness and analytical abilities.

What's in it for me?

• Hands-on role where your skills and contributions directly impact product quality
• Supportive team environment that values collaboration and continuous learning
• Opportunities to grow your expertise and take on new challenges
• Safe, well-organized workspace committed to operational excellence

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+9% organic growth

150 000+ employees in 100+ countries

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