Unit Manager ( Manufacturing )

Manufacturing & Production · Production & Assembly · Production Management · Manufacturing Engineering

In short

Lead a production team of over 40 employees in Satara, India, to achieve operational goals in safety, quality, delivery, and cost. This Unit Manager role involves financial responsibility, people development, and driving continuous improvement initiatives like Lean Six Sigma and 5S. The position requires a Bachelor's degree in Engineering and 10 years of manufacturing experience.

Responsibilities

Lead a production team of over 40 employees to achieve operational goals and exceed customer expectations.
Drive improvements in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Foster a culture of collaboration and continuous improvement.
Support the Factory Manager and management team with strategic projects.
Manage financial responsibility for fabrication processes and assembly.
Create and monitor monthly production budgets and forecasts.
Responsible for People Development and Succession Planning.
Secure standardized work and Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs).
Support problem-solving and improvement activities on the shop floor.
Perform audits according to ALPS (Alfa Laval Performance System).
Participate in making the Operational plan.
Set and follow up on targets for Production in safety, quality, delivery, and cost.
Improve and sustain the safety and quality culture within the unit.
Drive Continuous Improvement activities, including Lean Six Sigma and 5S.
Be involved in new product development initiatives and provide input to existing product development.
Assess and prioritize Capital Investment and Digitalization needs.
Be involved in and prioritize training of team members.
Incorporate technology and digitalization in the factory.
Actively work with Staffing Plans to meet current and future customer demands.
Partner with other departments to support the development of the Satara site.
Ensure best practices in safety, quality, efficiency, and continuous improvement are embedded in daily operations.
Prioritize safety by adhering to company policies, promoting safe practices, and addressing unsafe behaviors.

Requirements

Bachelor’s degree in Engineering or equivalent experience.
10 years’ experience in a manufacturing environment, including supervising staff.
Lean Manufacturing experience.
Experience with manufacturing MRP/ERP systems.
Proficient in the use of Microsoft Office (Outlook, Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Visio, Project).
Result-driven leader who likes to be present in the organization.
Ability to drive results through people development.
Strong oral and written communication skills and ability to adjust communication style.
Ability to wear Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) on the shop floor.
Ability to work in an environment that can be loud.
Less than 10% domestic or international travel required.

Benefits

Interesting and challenging position in an open and friendly environment.
Opportunity to help each other develop and create value for customers.
Exciting place to build a global network with different nationalities.
Work will have a true impact on Alfa Laval’s future success.
Opportunity to learn new things every day.

Skills

Lean ManufacturingMRPERPMicrosoft OfficeMicrosoft OutlookMicrosoft ExcelMicrosoft WordMicrosoft PowerPointMicrosoft VisioMicrosoft ProjectLean Six Sigma5S

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