JOB DESCRIPTION
Associate Manager
Department: Production / Manufacturing Operations (E-waste) Reports To: Production Manager / Plant Head / Central Manufacturing Desk
Location: Plant / Recycling Facility Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 6–10 Years (Manufacturing) Education: B.E./ B.Tech (Mechanical)/Electrical
Job Purpose
The Production Associate Manager will be responsible for optimizing production processes at the e-waste recycling facility, driving improvements in capacity utilization, manpower efficiency, and line balancing. The role focuses on implementing productivity, energy-saving, and cost-optimization initiatives while ensuring strict adherence to safety, quality, environmental, and operational standards.
Key Responsibilities
Production Optimization & Capacity Improvement
- Analyze current production processes across dismantling, shredding, sorting, and material recovery lines to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies to improve operational performance.
- Develop and implement plans to improve overall production capacity and throughput of the recycling lines.
- Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies.
- Track production KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, cycle time) and drive corrective actions.
Manpower Utilization & Line Balancing
- Conduct time and motion studies to determine optimal manpower deployment across workstations.
- Design and implement line balancing plans to minimize idle time and maximize output per shift.
- Prepare manpower planning and shift rosters in coordination with HR and shift supervisors.
- Cross-train workforce and standardize work instructions (SOPs) for flexibility across processes.
Productivity, Energy Saving & Cost Optimization
- Identify and implement productivity improvement projects with measurable output/cost benefits.
- Monitor energy consumption of machinery and utilities; identify and execute energy-saving initiatives.
- Analyze cost drivers in production (power, consumables, manpower, wastage) and drive cost-reduction plans.
- Prepare ROI/cost-benefit analysis for proposed process or equipment improvements.
Safety, Quality, Environmental & Operational Compliance
- Ensure all production activities comply with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) norms and e-waste handling regulations (e.g., E-Waste Management Rules, Pollution Control Board guidelines).
- Enforce use of PPE and safe operating procedures on the shop floor; conduct safety audits and toolbox talks.
- Ensure adherence to quality standards for segregated/recovered materials as per customer and regulatory requirements.
- Maintain documentation for statutory and certification audits (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, R2/e-Stewards where applicable).
- Coordinate with maintenance team for preventive maintenance to minimize breakdowns and ensure equipment reliability.
Reporting & Coordination
- Prepare daily/weekly/monthly production MIS reports for management review.
- Coordinate with planning, quality, maintenance, warehouse, and HR teams for smooth production flow.
- Participate in daily production review meetings and drive action closure.
Key Skills & Competencies
- Strong knowledge of production planning, line balancing, and capacity optimization techniques.
- Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma tools.
- Understanding of e-waste recycling processes (dismantling, shredding, material segregation) preferred.
- Working knowledge of EHS and environmental compliance requirements in a manufacturing/recycling setup.
- Analytical skills to interpret production and cost data for decision-making.
- Proficiency in MS Excel/production MIS tools; ERP exposure preferred.
- Strong leadership, team management, and cross-functional coordination skills.
Qualification & Experience
- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical
- 6–10 years of experience in production/manufacturing operations
- Certification in Lean/Six Sigma will be an added advantage.
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
- Production capacity utilization (%) and OEE
- Manpower productivity (output per man-hour)
- Energy consumption per unit of output
- Cost per ton/unit processed
- Safety incidents / near-miss closure rate
- Compliance audit scores (quality, safety, environmental)