Job TitleProduction Manager ( Injection Moulding Machine )Job PurposeTo oversee and optimize the plastic moulding production process, ensuring maximum productivity, quality compliance, cost efficiency, and timely delivery while maintaining safety and machine efficiency.Key ResponsibilitiesProduction ManagementPlan, organize, and monitor daily moulding production schedulesEnsure optimum machine utilization and output achievementMinimize rejection, wastage, and downtimeCoordinate with planning, maintenance, and quality teamsEnsure on-time order executionMachine & Process ControlSupervise injection/blow moulding operationsSet and optimize machine parametersTroubleshoot moulding defects and process issuesEnsure proper mold changeover and SMED practicesMonitor cycle time improvementsHandle processing of PET, PP, PE, and ABS materialsTeam ManagementLead and supervise shift supervisors, operators, and helpersTrain manpower on SOPs, safety, and quality standardsManage shift planning and manpower allocationDrive discipline and productivity on the shop floorQuality & ComplianceEnsure products meet required specificationsImplement process control and quality checksReduce customer complaints and internal rejectionsMaintain ISO/BRC/FDA (or applicable) complianceEnsure 5S and GMP practices on the shop floorMaintenance CoordinationCoordinate preventive and breakdown maintenanceWork with maintenance team to reduce machine downtimeMonitor mold health and maintenance schedulesQualificationDiploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Plastics / Mechanical / Production EngineeringCertification in Injection Moulding (preferred)Experience8–15 years in plastic moulding industryMinimum 3–5 years in managerial roleExperience in houseware / food-grade products preferredRequired Technical Expertise (Mandatory)Strong hands-on knowledge of PET, PP, PE, and ABS processingInjection moulding parameter settingCycle time optimizationHot runner / cold runner systemsKey KPIsProduction target achievementRejection %Machine utilization %OEE improvementBreakdown hoursOn-time deliveryManpower productivityReporting ToPlant Head
