Assistant Manager - Production

About the role

The Assistant Manager – Production will lead daily manufacturing activities, ensuring smooth workflow and meeting performance targets. This role combines hands‑on supervision with analytical reporting to drive productivity, quality and efficiency in a fast‑paced environment.

Key responsibilities

• Lead and supervise daily production operations to maintain efficient workflow.
• Analyze production results, set targets and monitor departmental KPIs.
• Resolve internal and external customer complaints through root‑cause analysis.
• Ensure compliance with EMS/QMS standards and company policies.
• Conduct daily production meetings and report performance to the Head of Department.
• Prepare, analyze and present detailed production and progress reports.
• Optimize resource utilization, including manpower, machinery and material.
• Drive continuous‑improvement initiatives to reduce waste and boost productivity.
• Train and mentor team members to enhance technical skills and operational discipline.

Required profile

• BSc in Engineering.
• 3‑5 years of production experience, preferably in automotive or manufacturing.
• Proven team‑management abilities.
• Strong understanding of production planning, monitoring and KPI management.
• Experience in process improvement, root‑cause analysis and problem‑solving.
• Ability to work under pressure, lead teams and handle technical customer complaints.
• Good communication, reporting and analytical skills.

Required skills

• Production planning
• KPI management
• Process improvement
• Root cause analysis