Production Supervisor

A Production Supervisor with a mechanical engineering background manages daily shop floor operations, coordinates machinery and mechanical systems, and directs staff to meet manufacturing goals. [1]Role Overview

Reports to

Production Manager or Plant Manager

Core Focus

Maximizing output efficiency, minimizing machine downtime, and maintaining product quality.

Environment

Manufacturing, assembly, or machine shop floors (CNC/VMC, heavy machinery, automotive components). [1, 2]

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning

Execute daily and weekly production schedules to match delivery timelines and customer demands. [1, 2]

Shop Floor Supervision

Assign shift duties to technicians and machine operators, monitoring hourly progress. [1]

Equipment Oversight: Monitor mechanical performance, track utilization, and coordinate with maintenance teams for preventive or breakdown repairs. [1, 2]

Quality & Safety Compliance

Enforce standard operating procedures (SOPs), safety rules, and final inspection protocols. [1]

Process Optimization: Identify bottlenecks, track key performance indicators (KPIs), and reduce waste using lean manufacturing principles. [1, 2]

Documentation

Maintain shift logs, attendance records, inventory tracking, and daily management reports. [1]

Requirements & Qualifications

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical Engineering (B.E./B.Tech) or a Diploma in Mechanical/Production Engineering.

Experience

2 to 5 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing, plant, or machine shop environment.

Technical Skills

Strong understanding of mechanical drawings, blueprints, production processes, and machinery tools.

Soft Skills

Leadership, team management, problem-solving, and communication.

Software

Basic computer literacy, including MS Office (Excel) and shop floor tracking software or ERP systems. [1, 2, 3, 4]

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Pay

₹18,960.47 - ₹50,588.44 per month

Benefits

Flexible schedule

Food provided

Health insurance

Life insurance

Paid sick time

Work Location

In person