Asst Manager - Production

Asst Manager - Operations

Surendranagar, Gujarat

About Us

Del Pd Pumps & Gears as Ingersoll Rand Inc. (NYSE:IR), has emerged as the leading & dominant rotary positive displacement gear pump manufacturer of Indian subcontinents offering widest range of most compact, reliable, efficient & elegant rotary gear, twin gear & triplet win gear pump for all viscous and semi-viscous liquid applications. Company started it’s business in year 1980 as a small proprietary venture to design, develop, manufacture & market these pumps starting with small, low cost, general purpose gear pumps as a standard product readily available though network of dealers. The company followed brick & mortar economy with consistence commitment to produce quality embedded product. Company also addressed the typical pumping problem peculiar while handling viscous liquid and also offered free guidance in selective, installing & using such pumps to ensure constant growth of the company and expand into OE & Project business.

Job Summary

The Operations Manager is responsible for end‑to‑end manufacturing operations of gear pumps, including CNC & VMC machining, assembly, testing, quality, production planning, and logistics. The role ensures operational excellence, productivity, quality compliance, cost control, and on‑time delivery through effective utilization of in‑house CNC/VMC capabilities.

Key Responsibilities

• Overall Operations Management
• Lead daily manufacturing operations including machining, assembly, testing, and dispatch.
• Ensure smooth coordination between Production, Quality, Maintenance, Materials, and Planning teams.
• Achieve production targets as per customer delivery commitments.
• Drive operational efficiency, productivity, and capacity utilization.
• CNC / VMC Machining Operations
• Oversee all CNC, VMC, and machining center operations in‑house.
• Ensure proper planning and scheduling of CNC/VMC machines.
• Monitor cycle time optimization, tooling life, and machine utilization.
• Implement best practices in setup reduction, tooling standardization, and machining accuracy.
• Coordinate with Engineering for process improvements and fixture development.
• Production Planning & Control
• Develop production plans aligned with sales forecasts and customer requirements.
• Ensure material availability and machine readiness as per plan.
• Monitor WIP, bottlenecks, and throughput across departments.
• Minimize downtime through effective coordination with Maintenance and Planning.
• Quality & Compliance
• Ensure manufacturing adheres to defined quality standards and specifications for gear pumps.
• Work closely with Quality team to reduce rejections, rework, and customer complaints.
• Ensure compliance with ISO, customer, and statutory requirements.
• Promote “Right First Time” culture on the shop floor.
• Cost Control & Continuous Improvement
• Drive cost reduction initiatives through process optimization and waste elimination.
• Analyze production losses, scrap, rework, and downtime.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and TPM initiatives.
• Improve OEE of CNC/VMC machines.
• Maintenance & Asset Management
• Ensure preventive and breakdown maintenance of all CNC, VMC, and auxiliary machines.
• Improve machine uptime and reliability.
• Plan capacity expansion and machine additions in coordination with management.
• Team Leadership & Training
• Lead and manage Production Managers, CNC Supervisors, Engineers, Operators, and Technicians.
• Ensure skill development and training of CNC/VMC operators.
• Monitor discipline, safety, and workforce productivity.
• Build a performance‑driven, accountability‑focused culture.
• Safety, Environment & Shop Floor Discipline
• Ensure adherence to safety norms, PPE usage, and statutory compliance.
• Maintain clean, organized shop floor with strong 5S implementation.
• Proactively identify and mitigate operational risks.

Team Reporting (Indicative)

• Production Manager / Engineers
• CNC / VMC Supervisors
• Assembly & Testing Supervisors
• Maintenance Team
• Shift In‑charges

Key Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of gear pump manufacturing processes.
• Hands‑on experience with CNC, VMC, machining centers, tooling, fixtures.
• Expertise in production planning, lean manufacturing, and OEE improvement.
• Strong leadership, decision‑making, and cross‑functional coordination skills.
• Ability to analyze data and drive performance improvements.
• Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.

Educational Qualification

• BE / BTech / Diploma in Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering
• Additional qualification in Operations / Lean Manufacturing preferred

Travel & Work Arrangements/Requirements

6 Days Working

What we Offer

• We are all owners of the company! Stock options(Employee Ownership Program) that align your interests with the company's success.
• Yearly performance-based bonus, rewarding your hard work and dedication.
• Leave Encashments
• Maternity/Paternity Leaves
• Employee Health covered under Medical, Group Term Life & Accident Insurance
• Employee Assistance Program
• Employee development with LinkedIn Learning
• Employee recognition via Awardco
• Collaborative, multicultural work environment with a team of dedicated professionals, fostering innovation and teamwork.