Title : Assistant Manager – Production Department : Operations & Supply Chain Location : Jhagadia Reports To : Manager - Production Overview: This position is responsible for planning and execution of production as per Supply Chain requirement with maximum efficiency and least cost along with EHS & QMS compliance Duties and Responsibilities: Must be able to execute small and medium sized projects in a time bound and safe manner Must have a good understanding of Mixers, Dissolvers, Packing Machine, chiller, compressor, basic engineering know- how and good understanding of powder and liquid formulation processes Must be able to plan and execute production activities based on planned manpower requirements to meet quality specifications Ensure proper accounting of semi-finished, advanced intermediate & finished goods in ERP/AX9. Ensure that the minimum stock quantity is always maintained as defined by supply chain Proper accounting of all RM/PM/IM received from stores and handover of finished goods to ensure avoidance / pilferage of goods and wastages Follow safe working policies; follow health, safety environmental protection norms including use of safety equipment. Ensure good housekeeping, logical material handling to ensure efficiency and enhance safety. Strictly follow the systems and procedure as per ISO 9001 and 14001. Implement 5S system in Production area. Coach and guide own employees and contractors to ensure safe production targets are met or exceeded in a safe manner Improve batch cycle time by using Lean practices Ensure optimum utilization of workmen in the plant Experience Minimum 8 to 10 Years of experience in Specialty chemicals, Paint or Construction Chemicals industry. Competencies required Functional Time Management Inventory control management Manpower management Computer proficiency Commitment to HSE, ISO 9001 & 14001 standards Knowledge of 5S Knowledge of production process as well as utilities Good Chemical process knowledge of construction chemicals industry - powder and liquid blending through HMI and SCADA process automation. Behavioral Training & development to subordinates Prompt decision making Strategic thinking, willing to accept the change management & positive attitude to solve the problems at shop floor level. Good leadership & communications skills. Quality of people development & team building Result Orientation