Production Manager

Location: IN - BallabgarhSponsorship Available: NoRelocation Assistance Available: YesJob Title: Production Manager - Tire ManufacturingReports To: Manufacturing Director

Job Summary

Experienced and results-driven Production Manager to oversee the daily operations of our tire manufacturing facility. The ideal candidate will have a strong background in rubber processing, tire production technologies, and lean manufacturing practices. This role is responsible for ensuring production targets are met with high quality, safety, and efficiency standards.

Key Responsibilities

Plan, organize, and control production schedules to meet customer demands and delivery timelines.Supervise and coordinate the activities of production staff across shifts.Ensure adherence to quality standards, safety regulations, and environmental compliance.Monitor production metrics (OEE, downtime, scrap rate) and implement continuous improvement initiatives.Collaborate with maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams to ensure smooth operations.Optimize resource utilization including manpower, machinery, materials and operating supplies.Lead root cause analysis and corrective actions for production issues.Implement and sustain lean manufacturing and WPO practices across the plant.Train and develop production team members to enhance skills and performance.Prepare and present production reports to senior management.

Qualifications & Experience

Bachelor's degree in Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or related field.20-25 years of experience in tire manufacturing or rubber processing industry.Proven experience in managing mid/ large-scale production operations.Strong knowledge of tire building machines, curing presses, extrusion and mixing lines.Familiarity with ERP systems and production planning tools.Excellent leadership, communication, and problem-solving skills.Experience with union negotiations & handling IR situations

Preferred Skills

Six Sigma or Lean Manufacturing certification.Knowledge of ISO/TS 16949 and other quality management systems.Goodyear is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action Employer. All qualified applicants will receive consideration for employment without regard to that individual's race, color, religion or creed, national origin or ancestry, sex (including pregnancy), sexual orientation, gender identity, age, physical or mental disability, ethnicity, citizenship, or any other characteristic protected by law.Goodyear is one of the world’s largest tire companies. It employs about 74,000 people and manufactures its products in 57 facilities in 23 countries around the world. Its two Innovation Centers in Akron, Ohio and Colmar-Berg, Luxembourg strive to develop state-of-the-art products and services that set the technology and performance standard for the industry. For more information about Goodyear and its products, go to www.goodyear.com/corporate