Associate Manager

JOB DESCRIPTION

Associate Manager

• Department: Production / Manufacturing Operations (E-waste) Reports To: Production Manager / Plant Head / Central Manufacturing Desk
• Location: Plant / Recycling Facility Employment Type: Full-Time
• Experience: 6 –10 Years (Manufacturing) Education: B.E./ B.Tech (Mechanical)/Electrical

Job Purpose

The Production Associate Manager will be responsible for optimizing production processes at the e-waste recycling facility, driving improvements in capacity utilization, manpower efficiency, and line balancing. The role focuses on implementing productivity, energy-saving, and cost-optimization initiatives while ensuring strict adherence to safety, quality, environmental, and operational standards.

Key Responsibilities

Production Optimization & Capacity Improvement

• •Analyze current production processes across dismantling, shredding, sorting, and material recovery lines to identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies to improve operational performance.
• •Develop and implement plans to improve overall production capacity and throughput of the recycling lines.
• •Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, and Six Sigma methodologies.
• •Track production KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime, cycle time) and drive corrective actions.

Manpower Utilization & Line Balancing

• •Conduct time and motion studies to determine optimal manpower deployment across workstations.
• •Design and implement line balancing plans to minimize idle time and maximize output per shift.
• •Prepare manpower planning and shift rosters in coordination with HR and shift supervisors.
• •Cross-train workforce and standardize work instructions (SOPs) for flexibility across processes.

Productivity, Energy Saving & Cost Optimization

• •Identify and implement productivity improvement projects with measurable output/cost benefits.
• •Monitor energy consumption of machinery and utilities; identify and execute energy-saving initiatives.
• •Analyze cost drivers in production (power, consumables, manpower, wastage) and drive cost-reduction plans.
• •Prepare ROI/cost-benefit analysis for proposed process or equipment improvements.

Safety, Quality, Environmental & Operational Compliance

• •Ensure all production activities comply with EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) norms and e-waste handling regulations (e.g., E-Waste Management Rules, Pollution Control Board guidelines).
• •Enforce use of PPE and safe operating procedures on the shop floor; conduct safety audits and toolbox talks.
• •Ensure adherence to quality standards for segregated/recovered materials as per customer and regulatory requirements.
• •Maintain documentation for statutory and certification audits (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001, R2/e-Stewards where applicable).
• •Coordinate with maintenance team for preventive maintenance to minimize breakdowns and ensure equipment reliability.

Reporting & Coordination

• •Prepare daily/weekly/monthly production MIS reports for management review.
• •Coordinate with planning, quality, maintenance, warehouse, and HR teams for smooth production flow.
• •Participate in daily production review meetings and drive action closure.

Key Skills & Competencies

• •Strong knowledge of production planning, line balancing, and capacity optimization techniques.
• •Hands-on experience with Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and Six Sigma tools.
• •Understanding of e-waste recycling processes (dismantling, shredding, material segregation) preferred.
• •Working knowledge of EHS and environmental compliance requirements in a manufacturing/recycling setup.
• •Analytical skills to interpret production and cost data for decision-making.
• •Proficiency in MS Excel/production MIS tools; ERP exposure preferred.
• •Strong leadership, team management, and cross-functional coordination skills.

Qualification & Experience

• •B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical
• •6–10 years of experience in production/manufacturing operations
• •Certification in Lean/Six Sigma will be an added advantage.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• •Production capacity utilization (%) and OEE
• •Manpower productivity (output per man-hour)
• •Energy consumption per unit of output
• •Cost per ton/unit processed
• •Safety incidents / near-miss closure rate
• •Compliance audit scores (quality, safety, environmental)