Production shift leader

BlackBerry Inc.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB India, Nelamangala facility in the Bengaluru region, is seeking a Production Supervisor to oversee shift operations, ensuring production plans are met while maintaining safety and efficiency on the shop floor. You will work with the unit supervisor to optimize resources and schedules and drive continuous improvement across the line.

The ideal candidate holds a Diploma or BE in Electrical, Mechanical or Electronics engineering with 5–10 years of manufacturing experience and knowledge of

Qualifications

• Diploma or BE in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics engineering.
• 5–10 years of experience in manufacturing or production.
• Exposure to Kaizen, 5S and Lean Manufacturing concepts.
• Strong planning, execution and communication skills.
• Commitment to safety and process discipline.

Responsibilities

• Oversee shift operations and monitor adherence to production plans.
• Coordinate team tasks and manage staff movements during absences.
• Focus on efficiency, on-time delivery, and continuous improvement.
• Lead issue resolution respecting health and safety policies.

Skills

Team coordination

Safety compliance

Communication

Problem-solving

Education

Diploma/BE in Electrical, Mechanical or Electronics

Tools

Kaizen

5S

Lean manufacturing

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world. This Position reports to: Production Supervisor

What we believe in

At ABB, we are dedicated to addressing global challenges. Our core values: care, courage, curiosity, and collaboration - combined with a focus on diversity, inclusion, and equal opportunities - are key drivers in our aim to empower everyone to create sustainable solutions. That's our story. Make it your story.

Your role and responsibilities

In this role, you supervise a shift team’s progress against work plans as defined by Production management to ensure the proper use of machinery, equipment and assembly lines within a production area. Cooperate with the unit supervisor to create an effective work environment and reinforce production schedules and quality. The work model for the role is: #Li-Onsite. This role is contributing to the ABB India, Smart Building, Electrification Business in for Production Function in Nelamangala, Bangalore Region, India. You will be mainly accountable for:

• Shift Operations & Monitoring Oversee and coordinate shift activities to ensure smooth execution of production plans, adherence to schedules, and optimal utilization of resources within the production lines.
• Team Coordination & Workforce Management Support management in allocating tasks, managing staff movements during absences, machine breakdowns, or shifting priorities, and ensuring uninterrupted operations during the shift.
• Operational Excellence & Performance Metrics Ensure focus on production volume, efficiency, and on-time delivery while providing regular feedback and recommendations to management on production line organization and critical issues.
• Quality, Safety & Cross-Functional Collaboration Lead shift teams in resolving technical, quality, and logistical challenges, ensuring strict compliance with health and safety policies and maintaining a safe working environment.

Qualifications for the role

• Qualification: Diploma /BE - in Electrical, Mechanical, or Electronics engineering.
• Experience Range: 5–10 Years of experience in a manufacturing or production environment.
• Production Practices: Exposure to Production Kaizen, 5S, Lean Manufacturing concepts, and workplace efficiency.
• Planning & Execution: Basic understanding of production planning, job allotment, and task scheduling.
• Resource Management: Ability to support effective utilization of manpower, machines, and materials on the shop floor.
• Workplace Discipline: Familiarity with safety practices and structured, process-driven production environments.
• Communication: Skilled written and verbal communication.

More about us

ABB Smart Buildings enables optimization of energy efficiency, safety, security and comfort for any building type, through new installations or retrofit solutions. The Division offers integrated digital technologies to control HVAC, lighting, shutters, and security, in addition to energy distribution solutions including DIN rail products, enclosures and emergency lighting through to industrial plugs and sockets and conventional wiring accessories, accommodating for single family homes, multiple dwellings, commercial buildings, infrastructure and industrial applications. The Division’s highly innovative technologies and digital solutions serve rising global demand among real estate developers, owners, and investors for smart building technologies that optimize energy distribution and building automation. The scalable solutions aim to deliver significant sustainable and financial benefits, meeting social and environmental demands, while being able to address even the most complex of customers’ carbon reduction strategies. Building a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative.

We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.

Why ABB

Working at ABB gives you the opportunity to contribute to a healthier and more prosperous world. Add to your story by joining a passionate team, focused on pushing the boundaries of technology to drive performance, shape new business models and find new ways of working that benefit our customers, partners and society. We want you to be proud of being part of ABB.

We care

At ABB, we care about our people and their stories. We create safe, fair, equitable and inclusive working environments in which our people can succeed and develop, regardless of gender, ethnicity, sexual orientation or cultural, religious or social background. Diverse teams make us stronger. ABB is also committed to a high standard of integrity in everything we do.

We grow

We help our people succeed and develop, and we empower them to create their own careers at ABB. Our benefits, reward and development programs encompass a wide array of offerings.