Production Manager - Enamel

Keka Technologies Private Limited; Gujarat; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,800,000; Full time

Job summary

Keka Technologies Private Limited in Gujarat, India, seeks an experienced Production Supervisor for the enamelling department, overseeing lines for copper and aluminium wires/strips. You will ensure adherence to SOPs, safety, and quality targets while optimizing manpower and machine utilization.

Responsibilities include monitoring coating thickness, curing temperature, viscosity, and speed; coordinating maintenance to minimize downtime; and generating daily production and quality reports for

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE in mechanical, electrical or industrial engineering.
• 10–15 years of relevant enamelled wire/strip production experience.
• Prior supervisory experience in wire and conductor manufacturing is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Supervise day-to-day enamelling lines for copper and aluminium wires/strips.
• Ensure production follows plan, SOPs and quality standards.
• Monitor coating thickness, curing temperature, viscosity, and speed.
• Coordinate with maintenance to minimize downtime and resolve issues.
• Prepare daily production and quality reports for superiors.

Skills

Supervisory experience

Problem-solving

Communication skills

Team leadership

Education

Diploma / BE in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering

Tools

Enamelling machines

Curing ovens

Dies

Quality testing equipment

Job description

We are a leading manufacturer of copper & aluminium winding wires, strips, and continuously transposed conductors (CTC), serving the transformer, motor, and electrical equipment industry. The company is committed to quality, reliability, and operational excellence.

Job Purpose

To supervise and monitor daily operations of the Enamelling Department, ensuring smooth production activities, adherence to quality standards, and achievement of shift-wise production targets with optimum manpower and machine utilization.

Key Responsibilities;

1. Production Operations

• Supervise day-to-day operations of enamelling lines for wires and strips.
• Ensure production is carried out as per the given plan, shift targets, and standard operating procedures.
• Monitor process parameters such as coating thickness, curing temperature, viscosity, and speed.
• Minimize downtime by coordinating with maintenance and ensuring quick problem resolution.

2. Quality Assurance

• Ensure enamel-coated wires/strips meet required technical specifications and customer requirements.
• Conduct and verify in-process checks (adhesion, flexibility, coating, dimensions, curing).
• Report deviations immediately and coordinate corrective actions.
• Reduce rejections, rework, and maintain records of defects.

3. Manpower Management

• Assign and supervise work to operators and helpers in the enamelling section.
• Ensure proper shift-wise manpower allocation and discipline.
• Train operators on SOPs, quality standards, and safety guidelines.
• Motivate team to achieve higher productivity and efficiency.

4. Equipment & Process Control

• Monitor and ensure smooth running of enamelling machines, curing ovens, and handling systems.
• Ensure dies, varnishes, and consumables are properly used and handled.
• Support preventive maintenance schedules and report breakdowns to maintenance team.

5. Safety & Compliance

• Enforce strict adherence to plant safety rules, PPE usage, and housekeeping standards.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, environmental, and statutory regulations.
• Prepare daily production and quality reports and share with superiors.
• Knowledge of copper & aluminium enamelling process (single, double & multi-coat).
• Understanding of enamelling machines, ovens, dies, and process parameters.
• Ability to handle workforce across shifts.
• Strong observation, problem-solving, and decision-making skills.
• Good communication and reporting abilities.
• Hands-on approach with focus on production & quality

Qualifications & Experience

• Diploma / B.E. in Mechanical / Electrical / Industrial Engineering.
• 10-15 years of relevant experience in production of enamelled copper & aluminium wires/strips.
• Prior supervisory experience in a wire & conductor manufacturing setup preferred.