Production manager/ sr. manager - cctv

Job Purpose
The CCTV Production Manager is responsible for end-to-end management of CCTV camera manufacturing operations, ensuring production targets are met with optimal quality, cost efficiency, and on-time delivery while driving continuous improvement in processes, productivity, and people capability.
Key Responsibilities
Production & Operations
Plan, organize, and control CCTV production activities to meet daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
Ensure smooth assembly of CCTV cameras, DVR/NVRs, and related accessories as per defined SOPs.
Balance manpower, machines, and materials to achieve optimal throughput.
Monitor production KPIs such as output, efficiency, yield, and downtime.
Quality Management
Ensure compliance with product quality standards, testing protocols, and customer requirements.
Drive reduction in defects, rework, and field failures through root cause analysis and CAPA.
Coordinate with Quality teams for audits, certifications, and process validations.
Cost & Productivity Improvement
Drive cost reduction initiatives related to material usage, labor efficiency, and process optimization.
Implement Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5 S, and continuous improvement initiatives.
Improve line balancing, cycle time, and first-pass yield.
People Management
Lead, motivate, and develop production supervisors, engineers, and shop-floor workforce.
Conduct training on SOPs, quality awareness, safety, and productivity improvement.
Manage manpower planning, shift allocation, and performance reviews.
Supply Chain & Coordination
Coordinate with PPC, Supply Chain, and Stores to ensure material availability.
Work closely with R&D and Engineering for new product introduction (NPI) and process changes.
Support vendor development for outsourced or critical components.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure adherence to EHS standards and statutory compliance on the shop floor.
Promote a safe, disciplined, and clean working environment.
Reporting & Documentation
Prepare and review daily/weekly/monthly production reports.
Track KPIs and present performance reviews to management.
Ensure documentation of SOPs, work instructions, and process controls.
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of CCTV camera manufacturing, electronics assembly, and testing processes
Expertise in production planning, capacity utilization, and process improvement
Working knowledge of Electronic Product Assembly, Lean, 5 S, and Operation Excellence.
Strong leadership, problem-solving, and decision-making skills
Good understanding of ERP/MRP/SAP systems
Effective communication and cross-functional coordination
Educational Qualifications
B. E. / B. Tech in Electronics, Electrical, Mechanical
Experience
12–15 years of experience in electronics manufacturing
Minimum 3–5 years in a HOD role managing CCTV
Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)
Production achievement vs plan
First-pass yield and defect rate
Cost reduction and productivity improvement
On-time delivery (OTD)
Safety and compliance metrics