Production Manager - Dry Bushing

Hitachi Energy; Panchmahal District; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Hitachi Energy in Gujarat, India, is seeking a Senior Professional to lead manufacturing production activities. You will plan, direct, and monitor production to meet specifications, schedules, costs, and quality, while coordinating with Engineering, Supply & Logistics, and Sales.

With 10–15 years in manufacturing and 2+ years in HV/EHV bushings, you will drive process improvements, ensure safety, and develop a high-performing team in a dynamic environment.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, or Production Engineering.
• 10–15 years in manufacturing and minimum 2 years in HV/EHV bushings or similar insulation products.
• Strong understanding of dry bushing technology (RIP/RIS) will have added advantages.

Responsibilities

• Plan and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules.
• Ensure adherence to process parameters, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Support engineering in process optimization, NPI, and design changes.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with EHS and statutory requirements.
• Promote safety culture, toolbox talks, risk assessments, and audits.
• Handle resins, chemicals, ovens, and HV test areas properly.
• Control manufacturing costs, scrap, and consumables.
• Drive lean manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement.
• Improve cycle time, yield, and first-pass quality.
• Support capacity expansion and debottlenecking activities.
• Lead and develop the production team.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, high-performance team culture.
• Work with Quality, Engineering, SCM, Sales, and Dispatch teams.

Skills

Production planning

Scheduling

Lean manufacturing

5S

Kaizen

Team leadership

Safety compliance

Education

BE/B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, or Production Engineering

Job description

The opportunity

Manufacturing Production manages or assists with managing various production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.) including Planning, directing, and monitoring production to meet established specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards. Liaising with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply & Logistics, Sales, etc. as input to developing production schedules and allocating labor/capital resources. Planning, prioritizing, and managing production line maintenance/downtime to minimize disruptions A Senior Professional (P3) applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities may include Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision. Coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.

The opportunity

Manufacturing Production manages or assists with managing various production activities (e.g., assembly, material forming/shaping, processing, treating, or packaging, etc.) including Planning, directing, and monitoring production to meet established specifications, schedules, volume/cost/wastage targets, and quality standards. Liaising with Manufacturing Engineering, Supply & Logistics, Sales, etc. as input to developing production schedules and allocating labor/capital resources. Planning, prioritizing, and managing production line maintenance/downtime to minimize disruptions A Senior Professional (P3) applies advanced knowledge of job area typically obtained through advanced education and work experience. Responsibilities may include Managing projects / processes, working independently with limited supervision. Coaching and reviewing the work of lower-level professionals. Problems faced are difficult and sometimes complex.

How You’ll Make An Impact

• Plan and manage daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules for dry bushings (RIP/RIS).
• Ensure strict adherence to process parameters, work instructions, and SOPs.
• Support engineering in process optimization, new product introduction (NPI), and design changes.
• Maintain a safe working environment and ensure compliance with EHS and statutory requirements.
• Promote safety culture, conduct toolbox talks, risk assessments, and audits.
• Ensure proper handling of resins, chemicals, ovens, and high‑voltage test areas.
• Control manufacturing costs, scrap, and consumables.
• Drive lean manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Improve cycle time, yield, and first‑pass quality.
• Support capacity expansion and debottlenecking activities.
• Lead and develop production team.
• Foster a collaborative, accountable, and high‑performance team culture.
• Work closely with Quality, Engineering, SCM, Sales, and Dispatch teams.
• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.
• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

Your background

• B.E. / B.Tech in Electrical, Mechanical, or Production Engineering
• 10–15 years in manufacturing and minimum 2 years in HV/EHV bushings or similar insulation products.
• Strong understanding of dry bushing technology (RIP/RIS) will have added advantages.

Publication date : 2026-05-05