Responsibilities:

1. Production Planning and Scheduling:
• Develop and execute production schedules to meet demand while optimizing resource utilization.
• Ensure timely procurement of raw materials and components for production.
2. Team Leadership and Management:
• Recruit, train, and manage production staff, including supervisors, technicians, and operators.
• Set performance goals, conduct performance reviews, and provide coaching and feedback.
• Foster a culture of safety, quality, and continuous improvement.
3. Process Optimization:
• Continuously evaluate and improve manufacturing processes to enhance efficiency, reduce costs, and increase production capacity.
• Implement lean manufacturing principles and automation where applicable.
• Ensure compliance with environmental and safety regulations.
4. Quality Assurance:
• Establish and maintain quality control procedures to meet or exceed industry standards.
• Implement Total Quality Management (TQM) practices to minimize defects and rework.
• Investigate and address any quality issues promptly.
5. Production Efficiency:
• Monitor and analyze production metrics, such as OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency), and take corrective actions to meet production targets.
• Implement preventive maintenance programs to minimize downtime.
6. Inventory Management:
• Manage inventory levels to optimize working capital while ensuring that production is not disrupted due to shortages.
7. Cost Control:
• Manage production budgets and implement cost-saving measures.
• Analyze production costs and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
8. Continuous Improvement:
• Champion continuous improvement initiatives, such as Kaizen events, to drive operational excellence.
• Lead cross-functional teams to implement process improvements.
9. Health and Safety:
• Ensure a safe working environment by enforcing safety policies and procedures.
• Conduct regular safety audits and promote a safety-conscious culture.
10. Reporting and Communication:
• Prepare and present production reports to senior management.
• Collaborate with other departments, such as Engineering and Supply Chain, to align production with company goals.

Qualifications:

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering, Manufacturing, or a related field; Master's degree preferred.
• A minimum of [X] years of experience in manufacturing leadership roles, preferably in the automotive or electric vehicle industry.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, quality standards, and lean manufacturing principles.
• Excellent leadership and team management skills.
• Analytical mindset with the ability to use data to drive decision-making.
• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Familiarity with electric vehicle manufacturing processes is a plus.