Production Head Machine Shop CNC Grinding Automotive Components 5+ Years

Faridabad · Full Time · 5–9 years

Key area: Plant Operations

Production Head for a machine shop in an automotive components and precision manufacturing unit. On-site, full time role for a hands-on production leader skilled in CNC machines, grinding machines and rolling machines. ​ ABOUT THE ROLE We are hiring an experienced Production Head to manage and oversee day-to-day production operations in a machining unit. You will own production planning, manpower management and machine utilisation to deliver targets on quality and on time. ​ POSITION SNAPSHOT • Role: Production Head, Machine Shop • Industry: Automotive components, engineering and precision manufacturing • Experience: 5 to 9 years in manufacturing and machining operations • Employment type: Full time, on-site ​ KEY RESPONSIBILITIES • Manage daily production activities and ensure achievement of production targets • Oversee machine shop operations, including CNC machines, grinders and rolling machines • Ensure optimum machine utilisation, productivity and operational efficiency • Monitor production quality, rejection rates and process improvements • Manage shop-floor manpower, shift planning and resource allocation • Coordinate with quality, maintenance and other departments for smooth operations • Identify production bottlenecks and implement corrective measures • Ensure adherence to safety standards and manufacturing processes ​ REQUIRED SKILLS AND EXPERIENCE • 5 to 9 years of experience in manufacturing and machining operations • Strong experience in managing a machine shop or machining unit • Working knowledge of CNC machines, grinding machines and rolling machines • Experience in production planning, shop-floor management and manpower handling • Good understanding of machining processes, quality standards and productivity improvement ​ PREFERRED BACKGROUND • Automotive components, engineering or precision manufacturing industry ​ EDUCATIONAL QUALIFICATION • Diploma, B.E. or B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering or Manufacturing Engineering • Candidates with a relevant technical diploma and strong hands-on machine shop experience may also be considered ​ WHO WE ARE LOOKING FOR A hands-on production manager who leads from the shop floor, keeps machines productive, keeps rejections low and builds a disciplined, safety-first team.