Job Title: Shift Incharge

Qualification: B.E. Mechanical Engineering
Department: Production / Manufacturing / Operations
Reports To: Production Manager / Plant Manager

Job Summary

The Shift Incharge is responsible for overseeing production activities during the assigned shift, ensuring smooth operations, optimal utilization of manpower and machinery, adherence to quality standards, and compliance with safety norms. The role involves coordinating with maintenance, quality, and planning teams to meet production targets efficiently.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and supervise all production activities during the assigned shift

• Ensure achievement of daily production targets as per production plan

• Allocate manpower and machines effectively for optimal productivity

• Monitor machine performance and coordinate with maintenance for breakdowns

• Ensure compliance with safety rules, procedures, and statutory requirements

• Maintain product quality standards and coordinate with the Quality team

• Identify and implement process improvements to reduce downtime and wastage

• Maintain shift reports, production logs, and downtime records

• Train, guide, and motivate operators and technicians

• Ensure proper housekeeping and 5S implementation on the shop floor

• Handle shift handover and communicate issues to the next shift

• Support continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, Lean, TPM, etc.)

Skills & Competencies

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes and machinery

• Leadership and team-handling skills

• Problem-solving and decision-making abilities

• Basic knowledge of quality systems (ISO, IATF, etc.)