Production Head

Pengg Usha; Ranchi; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 6,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Pengg Usha in Ranchi, India, seeks a seasoned Production & Planning Leader to drive manufacturing excellence in a specialty steel wire plant, delivering productivity, quality, and on‑time delivery.

You will lead production and planning teams, enforce lean processes, manage inventory, and partner with procurement, sales, and quality to meet strategic goals. 15+ years in production and planning with 5+ years in leadership, plus wire drawing experience.

Qualifications

• 15+ years in production and planning.
• 5+ years in a leadership role.
• Experience in specialty steel wire manufacturing or metal/auto industry.
• Mandatory: wire drawing process experience.
• Mandatory: patenting line operations.
• Expertise in production planning & scheduling.
• Inventory management experience.
• Understanding of manufacturing processes.
• Team handling experience.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee manufacturing activities to meet productivity, quality, and delivery targets.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and benchmarks.
• Drive lean manufacturing and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Monitor daily production performance and resolve bottlenecks.
• Coordinate with procurement, sales, and logistics.
• Prepare MIS reports and contribute to strategic planning.

Skills

Leadership

Production Planning & Control

Lean Manufacturing

Cost Reduction

Root Cause Analysis

SOP Implementation

Cross-Functional Coordination

Strategic Planning & Execution

Education

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering

Job description

The incumbent will be responsible for leading and managing production and planning operations at a specialty steel wire manufacturing plant. This role ensures efficient workflow, quality compliance, cost control, and timely delivery by applying strong production leadership, planning expertise, and lean manufacturing principles.

Key Responsibilities:

Production Management

• Lead and oversee all manufacturing activities to achieve productivity, quality, and delivery targets.
• Ensure compliance with quality standards, safety regulations, and operational benchmarks.
• Drive process optimization using lean manufacturing and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Monitor daily production performance and resolve operational issues to avoid bottlenecks.
• Ensure timely dispatch of finished goods to meet customer requirements.
  

Production Planning & Coordination

• Develop production schedules and plans aligned with business demands and inventory levels.
• Coordinate with sales, procurement, quality, maintenance, and logistics teams.
• Forecast production volumes and plan resources efficiently.
• Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machines, and materials.
  

Quality Control & Compliance

• Enforce quality checkpoints across manufacturing and inspection functions.
• Conduct regular audits of processes, equipment, and output quality.
• Ensure compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory standards.
  

Team Leadership & Development

• Manage and mentor the production and planning team with a focus on performance and accountability.
• Implement training programs to upgrade technical and shop-floor skills.
• Promote a culture of safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.
  

Inventory & Supply Chain Support

• Manage raw material inventory and prevent both overstocking and shortages.
• Work closely with procurement to ensure cost-effective and timely sourcing.
• Mitigate supply chain risks through proactive planning.
  

Budget Control & Cost Optimization

• Prepare and manage the departmental budget.
• Identify and implement cost-saving initiatives in energy usage, material handling, and output yield.
• Monitor costs regularly and take corrective actions.
  

Reporting & Strategic Input

• Prepare production and planning MIS reports for senior management.
• Analyze production trends and performance metrics.
• Contribute to strategic planning and operational improvement initiatives.
  

Qualifications & Experience:

Education

• Bachelors Degree in Mechanical/Metallurgical Engineering

Experience

• Minimum 15 years in production and planning
• At least 5 years in a leadership role
• Experience in specialty steel wire manufacturing or metal/auto industry preferred
• Mandatory experience in:
  • Wire drawing process
  • Patenting line operations
    
• Strong expertise in:
  • Production planning & scheduling
  • Inventory management
  • Manufacturing processes
  • Team handling
    

Key Skills & Competencies:

• Leadership & Team Management
• Production Planning & Control
• Lean Manufacturing (Six Sigma, Kaizen)
• Cost Reduction & Yield Improvement
• Root Cause Analysis & Problem-Solving
• SOP Implementation
• Cross-Functional Coordination
• Strategic Planning & Execution
  

Behavioral Competencies

• Strong decision-making ability
• High attention to detail
• Ability to work under pressure
• Strategic thinker with execution mindset
• Excellent communication and coordination skills