Manager - Operations (CNC/VMC)

Position Summary:

The precision machining unit is a greenfield project of AERA GCS. This position is instrumental in helping us setting up a plant by establishing, maintaining, and improving manufacturing processes and equipment to enable the successful manufacture. The role will also require supporting and training operators and production supervisors, preparing proposals for new equipment, running departmental projects whilst consulting with other departments to ensure that health, safety, environmental and security requirements are maintained to the highest level. Also require to oversee the production, maintenance, and quality assurance functions of the machining plant. This professional multitasker will coordinate the plant’s manufacturing processes to ensure compliance with company objectives, quality systems, and customer expectations.

Essential Duties and Responsibilities:

 Monitor and control plant operations and achieve Production/Quality & delivery targets.  Develop & execute plans and strategies to achieve production/Quality & dispatch targets as per the cost & quality standards.

 Ensure effective & efficient use of resources i.e. machine, manpower productivity, quality & equipment performance.

 Involvement in preparation of new projects planning and product development  Ensure preventive, predictive & autonomous maintenance.  Ensure TPM implementation in the Plant.  Ensure strong process discipline & quality orientation across the manufacturing operations.  Continuously benchmark and improve process and methods to improve productivity & quality.  To maintain the 5S & lean on shopfloor and deploy & maintain ISO, TS 16949 systems.  Develop systems and processes that track and optimize productivity and standards, metrics, and performance targets to ensure effective return on assets

 Responsible for continuous improvement in the quality & service according to the standards set by the customer.  Monitor the production cost to analyses and change the process to reduce cost.  Follow the statutory compliance to ensure safe, healthy and environment friendly work practices.  Responsible for aligning overall team resources effectively to ensure high performance.  Produce programs, and set-up sheets for a variety of multi-axis CNC machines, including 5-axis turn-mill, sliding head turn-mill and 5-axis milling etc. Support with the prove out of new programs.

 Lead project through development stages, from proto sample till serial production. Liaise with customers through manufacturing phases to understand customer needs.

 Liaise with design dept. to design jigs and fixtures for use in production, to ensure ease of use, consistency of manufacture and error-proofing whilst following lean principles.

 Apply VAVE to production processes, ensuring manufacturing costs are minimised and cost targets are achieved by working effectively with other departments.

 Identify new machinery and equipment requirements by assessing the needs of the business and researching alternative options and providers. Prepare CAPEX requests and work with management & finance to submit robust proposals for approval.

 Prepare and lead internal projects for the procurement of new equipment. Consult with other departments to deliver the equipment on time and within budget, without compromising the safety or security of employees, the site, or IT systems.

 Perform other such duties commensurate with the nature and level of the post as may be reasonably required.

Education and/or Work Experience Requirements:

 Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related field. Advanced degrees or certifications in manufacturing management are a plus.

 Minimum of 7-10 years of experience in precision machining or manufacturing operations, with at least 3 years in a supervisory or managerial role.

 Hands-on experience with CNC/VMC machines, precision machining tools, and other manufacturing equipment.
 Strong understanding of quality control, supply chain management, and operational efficiency. Expertise in precision machining technologies, including CNC programming, machining techniques, and tooling. Familiarity with modern manufacturing software (e.g., ERP, CAD/CAM, PLM systems).  Strong analytical and problem-solving skills. Clear verbal and written communication skills. Process knowledge of ISO-9001 and/or IATF-16949.

Preferred Skills & qualifications

 Experience in setting up and managing a manufacturing plant or large-scale facility.  Certifications in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or similar.  Experience in managing multi-department teams, including production, quality control, and maintenance.  Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental regulations in the manufacturing sector.

Physical Requirements:

 Approximately 90% office work.  inter-plant commute as & when required.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹400,000.00 - ₹700,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Cell phone reimbursement
• Health insurance
• Paid sick time
• Paid time off
• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift
• Monday to Friday

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay
• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Ability to commute/relocate:

• Dhayari, Pune, Maharashtra: Reliably commute or planning to relocate before starting work (Preferred)

Education:

• Higher Secondary(12th Pass) (Preferred)

Experience:

• CNC programming: 1 year (Required)

Location:

• Dhayari, Pune, Maharashtra (Preferred)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 25/07/2025