Production manager - BESS

Larsen & Toubro; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Larsen & Toubro in India seeks a Production Leader to manage end-to-end production of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), ensuring safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets. Lead module/pack assembly, container integration, and testing.

Responsibilities include production planning, KPI monitoring, SOP adherence, quality compliance, safety audits, team leadership, and driving continuous improvement with Lean/Six Sigma and digitalization initiatives.

Responsibilities

• Develop and execute production plans aligned with demand forecasts and project timelines.
• Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials.
• Monitor production KPIs: output, efficiency, downtime.
• Oversee battery module/pack assembly, rack integration, containerized BESS, electrical integration.
• Ensure adherence to SOPs and work instructions.
• Ensure products meet internal and customer quality standards.
• Drive RCA and corrective actions; IEC/UL/ISO compliance.
• Enforce safety protocols for lithium-ion battery handling; conduct safety audits.
• Lead, mentor production teams; manage shift planning.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, Kaizen; drive automation and MES IoT.
• Coordinate with Supply Chain, Quality, Engineering, Projects.

Skills

Production planning

Operations management

Quality assurance

EHS safety

Team leadership

Lean Six Sigma

Automation & MES

Cross-functional coordination

Job description

Role Purpose

Lead and manage end-to-end production of Battery Energy Storage Systems (BESS), ensuring safety, quality, cost, and delivery targets are consistently achieved. Drive operational excellence across module/pack assembly, container integration, and testing.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Execution

• Develop and execute production plans aligned with demand forecasts and project timelines


• Ensure optimal utilization of manpower, machinery, and materials


• Monitor daily/weekly/monthly production KPIs (output, efficiency, downtime)

2. Manufacturing Operations (BESS)

• Oversee assembly processes including:




• Battery module/pack assembly


• Rack integration


• Containerized BESS assembly


• Electrical integration (PCS, BMS, HVAC, fire systems)




• Ensure adherence to SOPs and work instructions

3. Quality & Compliance

• Ensure products meet internal and customer quality standards


• Implement in-process quality checks and final inspection protocols


• Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions


• Ensure compliance with standards like IEC, UL, ISO

4. Safety & EHS

• Enforce strict safety protocols, especially for lithium-ion battery handling


• Ensure compliance with EHS guidelines and statutory norms


• Conduct regular safety audits and trainings

5. Team Management

• Lead, mentor, and develop production teams (engineers, supervisors, operators)


• Drive performance management and skill development


• Manage shift planning and workforce allocation

6. Continuous Improvement

• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives


• Improve productivity, reduce cycle time, and minimize wastage


• Drive automation and digitalization initiatives (MES, IoT)

7. Cross-functional Coordination

• Work closely with:




• Supply Chain (material availability)


• Quality (inspection & audits)


• Engineering (process improvements, NPI)


• Projects (customer delivery timelines)