Production Head

Digital Circuits; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 5,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Digital Circuits Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced Production Head to lead end-to-end manufacturing operations in the EMS sector.

The role demands 20+ years in EMS and at least 5 years in a production leadership position, with a strong background in process improvement, quality systems, and team leadership. The candidate will drive production planning, optimize resources, and oversee SMT, PCB assembly, and box-build activities while ensuring on-time delivery and safety compliance in a

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field).
• 20+ years of experience in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a production leadership role within an electronics manufacturing environment.

Responsibilities

• Oversee production activities across PCB assembly (SMT & THT), box-build assembly, cable and wire harnessing, and system integration.
• Develop and execute production plans to meet delivery schedules and targets.
• Drive productivity, capacity utilization, quality, and operational efficiency across manufacturing lines.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve performance.
• Collaborate with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless production execution.
• Monitor and improve key metrics such as OEE, FPY, on-time delivery, rejection rates, and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop production teams fostering accountability and operational excellence.
• Support new product introductions (NPI), process improvements, and production ramp-ups.

Skills

SMT & PCB

Lean Manufacturing

Leadership

ERP/MRP

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP/MRP systems

Job description

About the Role

Digital Circuits Pvt. Ltd. is seeking an experienced Production Head to lead and oversee end-to-end manufacturing operations within our Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) business. The ideal candidate will have 20+ years of experience in the EMS industry, with a strong background in production management, process improvement, quality systems, and team leadership.

This role will be responsible for ensuring efficient production, achieving delivery commitments, optimizing resources, and driving continuous improvement across manufacturing operations.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead and manage overall production activities across PCB assembly (SMT & THT), box-build assembly, cable and wire harnessing, and system integration.
• Develop and execute production plans to meet customer delivery schedules and business targets.
• Drive productivity, capacity utilization, quality, and operational efficiency across manufacturing lines.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives to reduce waste and improve performance.
• Collaborate with Planning, Quality, Engineering, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless production execution.
• Monitor and improve key manufacturing metrics such as OEE, FPY, on-time delivery, rejection rates, and productivity.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, customer requirements, and safety regulations.
• Lead, mentor, and develop production teams while fostering a culture of accountability and operational excellence.
• Support new product introductions (NPI), process improvements, and production ramp-ups.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Engineering (Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical, Industrial Engineering, or related field).
• 20+ years of experience in the Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) industry.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in a production leadership role within an electronics manufacturing environment.

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of SMT, PCB Assembly, Box Build, and Electronics Manufacturing processes.
• Experience in production planning, manufacturing operations, and resource management.
• Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, Kaizen, and process improvement methodologies.
• Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Experience working with ERP/MRP systems and manufacturing KPIs.
• Excellent communication and cross-functional coordination abilities.

Key Success Metrics

• On-Time Delivery (OTD)
• Production Efficiency & OEE
• First Pass Yield (FPY)
• Reduction in Rework & Rejection Rates
• Productivity Improvement
• Cost Optimization
• Team Performance & Development

Join Digital Circuits and play a key role in driving manufacturing excellence, operational efficiency, and business growth in a fast-paced EMS environment.