Manager - OPGW Production

Position Title

Manager- OPGW Production

Position Summary

The Production Manager will oversee and coordinate the manufacturing operations of the conductor production plant to ensure efficient output, quality assurance, and adherence to production schedules. This role focuses on optimizing resources, maintaining high standards of safety and quality, and ensuring the achievement of Business Objectives.

Key Accountabilities / Responsibilities

Production Planning and Execution:

• Develop and execute daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to meet customer demands and delivery timelines.
• Monitor and ensure production processes align with standard operating procedures (SOPs) and specifications.
• Identify and address bottlenecks in production to maintain efficiency.
  
  

Process Optimization

• Analyze current production processes and implement improvements to enhance efficiency, reduce waste, and optimize costs.
• Incorporate Lean, Six Sigma, or similar methodologies to improve manufacturing performance.
• Ensure minimal downtime through proactive maintenance and effective resource allocation.
  
  

Quality Control

• Ensure adherence to quality standards and customer specifications at every production stage.
• Collaborate with the Quality Assurance team to investigate and resolve quality issues promptly.
• Drive initiatives to reduce rejection rates and improve product consistency.
  
  

Team Management

• Lead and supervise the production team, including operators, supervisors, and technicians.
• Conduct training programs to upskill employees and ensure adherence to operational and safety standards.
• Foster a positive and collaborative work environment to maximize productivity and morale.
  
  

Health, Safety, And Environment (HSE)

• Enforce safety protocols to ensure a hazard-free work environment.
• Ensure compliance with environmental regulations and promote sustainability initiatives.
  
  

Resource Management

• Manage and allocate manpower, materials, and machinery effectively to achieve production goals.
• Coordinate with procurement and inventory teams to ensure availability of raw materials and consumables.
  
  

Stakeholder Management

• Collaborate with the Maintenance, Quality Assurance, and Supply Chain teams to ensure seamless operations.
  
  

Critical Success Factors - Essential

• Excellent knowledge on fiber & OPGW process
• Reduction in rejection rates and quality issues.
• Equipment downtime and maintenance efficiency.
• Adherence to production schedules.
  
  

Education Qualification

• Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (Mechanical/Electrical/Production) or equivalent.
  
  

Experience

• 10 – 12 years of experience in manufacturing operations, preferably in conductor or similar industries.
  
  

Competencies

Behavioural - Achievement Orientation

Behavioural - Information Seeking

Behavioural - Initiative

Behavioural - Innovative Thinking

Functional - Financial

Functional - Operational

Functional - People

Functional - Strategic

About Us

Sterlite Power is a leading global developer of power transmission infrastructure. We are at the forefront of energy transmission, with talent and technology coming together to create lasting social impact. Our Global Infrastructure business has a global footprint, with operational and under-construction projects in India and Brazil. Our state-of-the-art Solutions business provides bespoke solutions to address challenges of space and time. We export industry-leading power conductors, EHV cables and OPGW conductors to organizations in over 40+ countries around the world. Our Convergence business aims to utilize existing power transmission assets to bring robust telephone and internet connectivity to rural and urban parts of the country.

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