Deputy Manager – Production at JM Frictech India Pvt Ltd (2008-09 – Present)
Leading production operations for machine shop, assembly, gear shop, welding, and special process departments in a large-scale manufacturing facility producing wet brake systems and tractor components for off-highway vehicles
- Plan and execute monthly production schedules aligned with marketing and sales targets.
- Monitor daily production performance across multiple manufacturing departments.
- Ensure achievement of ₹5 Crore monthly production output with 100% schedule adherence.
- Track and improve OEE and OPE performance metrics to enhance operational efficiency.
- Manage machine shop production planning and daily output monitoring.
- Coordinate tooling, fixtures, and manufacturing equipment development with suppliers.
- Plan raw material requirements including castings, forgings, and steel rods with procurement teams.
- Implement automation and lean manufacturing initiatives to improve productivity.
- Plan and supervise assembly line production activities and daily reporting.
- Monitor product quality, rejection rates, and process improvements.
- Coordinate with suppliers for assembly line setup and testing equipment development.
- Manage materials planning including bought-out components and consumables.
- Supervise double disc grinding operations and special manufacturing processes.
- Monitor production output, rejection analysis, and improvement activities.
- Manage equipment installation, process validation, and operational optimization.
- Achieved 100% monthly production targets worth ₹5 Crore aligned with marketing schedules.
- Successfully implemented robotic welding systems improving manufacturing efficiency.
- Installed and commissioned Double Disc Grinding Machine (NISSEI) for production operations.
- Installed Induction Hardening Machine, enabling improved component durability and production capability.
- Developed automated hydraulic test rigs with HMI & PLC controls for assembly testing.
- Implemented robotic automation in machining operations improving productivity by 50% and saving 5 manpower per shift.
- Introduced online actuator assembly line, increasing productivity by 30%.
- Implemented automation for Riveted Disc Flaring Machine, improving productivity by 50%.
- Implemented rotary actuator assembly line automation, increasing productivity by 50%.
- Implemented traceability system with online pin marking across production lines.
- Reduced tool inventory cost by 30% through TMS implementation.
- Implemented SMED concepts for fixture setups, significantly reducing changeover time.
- Improved machine shop yield and production efficiency through process optimization.
- Achieved zero safety incidents across production operations.
