Senior Production Supervisor

Borgwarner Emission System; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 3,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Borgwarner Emission System in Chennai is seeking a Senior Production Manager to oversee automotive production operations, drive schedules, manage staff, and ensure quality and safety across assembly, injection moulding and end-of-line testing.

The role requires strong leadership, Lean, Six Sigma/Kaizen experience, and knowledge of IATF 16949 and ISO standards. Collaboration with multiple departments and cost-reduction initiatives are expected.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Production/Electronics/Mechatronics or related field.
• Strong knowledge of production processes: assembly, injection moulding, servo pressing, coil winding, PU potting, heat treatment, electrical testing.
• Excellent leadership, communication and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with lean manufacturing and continuous improvement.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Proficiency with Microsoft Office and standard manufacturing software.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all aspects of the production process including assembly, injection moulding and end of line testing.
• Develop and execute production schedules to meet demand while optimizing resources.
• Monitor production processes and adjust schedules to maintain quality and meet requirements.
• Manage and train production staff to ensure efficiency and safety compliance.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure material availability.
• Develop and implement safety procedures with 100% PPE adherence.
• Ensure timely safety audits and safe workplace practices.
• Collaborate with Maintenance, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Engineering and Logistics to improve processes.
• Ensure compliance with industry standards and regulations.
• Provide regular reports to senior management on progress, OEE, scrap and output.
• Apply 8D, 7QC tools and other problem-solving methods.
• Contribute to cost reduction and productivity improvements on the shop floor.
• Maintain 5S and strive for a visual, efficient factory floor.
• Encourage KAIZEN and Suggestion programs among staff.
• Maintain knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 standards.

Skills

Leadership

Problem solving

Kaizen

5S

Lean Manufacturing

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Production/Electronics/Mechatronics

Tools

SAP

Job description

Supervisor, Production Senior A highly skilled Production Manager to oversee our production processes in the automobile industry. The Production Manager will be responsible for ensuring that all production operations run smoothly and efficiently while maintaining quality standards. They will also be responsible for managing and training production staff, as well as developing and executing production schedules to meet customer demand on time.

R & R

• Oversee all aspects of the production process, including assembly, Injection moulding and End of Line testing.
• Develop and execute production schedules to meet customer demand while maintaining efficient use of resources
• Monitor production processes and adjust production schedules as needed to maintain quality standards and meet customer requirements
• Manage and train production employees, ensuring that all the members are trained to perform their duties efficiently as per expected skill level safely.
• Monitor and manage inventory levels to ensure that materials and supplies are available when needed
• Develop and implement safety procedures and guidelines to ensure that all production processes are performed safely with 100% PPE adherence.
• Ensure safety audits completion on time and vigilant to safety at workplace for safe working environment.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as Maintenance, Manufacturing engineering, Quality, Engineering and logistics, to improve production processes and meet customer requirements
• Ensure that all production processes comply with industry standards and regulations
• Provide regular reports to senior management on production progress, OEE, Manufacturing scrap and output efficiency
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills, 8D methodology, 7QC tools etc
• Contribute to cost reduction initiatives to support for productivity cost savings from shop floor.
• Maintain high level of 5S in shop floor and improve visual factory floor
• Motivate employees to participate in KAIZEN and Suggestion process.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO 45001, ISO 14001 quality management system standards
• Strong knowledge of process improvement methodologies, such as Six Sigma and Lean Manufacturing tools.

Desirable Knowledge of SAP

What we are looking for

• Minimum of 10 - 15 years of experience in a production management role in the automobile industry Automotive/ Manufacturing in OEM
• Essential Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Production/Electronics/Mechatronics related field.
• Essential Strong knowledge of production processes, including assembly, Injection moulding, Servo pressing, Coil winding, PU Potting, Heat treatment and Electrical testing etc., Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.
• Experience with lean manufacturing principles and continuous improvement methodologies.
• Strong problem-solving skills and ability to work under pressure.
• Excellent computer skills, including proficiency with Microsoft Office.
• Knowledge of industry standards and regulations, including safety and environmental regulations.

Experience Level Senior Level