A Line Operator

Job Description: Line Incharge / Line SupervisorDepartment: Production

Job Title: Line Incharge

Reports To: Production Supervisor / Production Manager

Location: Manufacturing / Shop Floor

Job SummaryThe Line Incharge is responsible for supervising daily production activities, managing manpower, monitoring production targets, and ensuring product quality and workplace safety. The role involves coordinating with production, quality, maintenance, and stores departments to achieve production targets efficiently and minimize downtime, rejections, and material wastage.

1. Key ResponsibilitiesProduction Management
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• Monitor daily production targets and ensure timely completion of assigned work.
• Allocate manpower and assign workstations according to production requirements.
• Monitor production progress and identify bottlenecks in the production line.

1. Quality Control
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• Ensure products meet prescribed quality standards and specifications.
• Monitor rejection, rework, and scrap levels and take corrective action.
• Coordinate with the Quality Department to resolve quality-related issues.

1. Manpower Management
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• Supervise production operators and shop-floor workers.
• Monitor employee attendance, discipline, and work performance.
• Train new employees on work instructions, standard operating procedures, and quality requirements.

1. Machine and Downtime Monitoring
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• Monitor machine performance and report breakdowns to the Maintenance Department.
• Coordinate with maintenance personnel to minimize production downtime.
• Ensure proper handling and utilization of machines, tools, and equipment.

1. Safety and Housekeeping
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• Ensure compliance with workplace safety rules and the use of personal protective equipment (PPE).
• Maintain cleanliness and housekeeping on the production floor.
• Follow company procedures and applicable safety standards.

1. Material Management
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• Ensure the availability of raw materials and components for uninterrupted production.
• Coordinate with the Stores Department for material requirements.
• Prevent material wastage and follow FIFO procedures wherever applicable.

1. Reporting and Documentation
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• Maintain daily production reports, shift records, and rejection reports.
• Record manpower attendance, machine downtime, and production output.
• Report production issues and performance updates to the Production Supervisor.
• Qualifications and SkillsDiploma, ITI, or degree in Mechanical, Production, Electrical Engineering, or a related field, as required by the company.
• Experience in manufacturing, assembly, or shop-floor production is preferred.
• Knowledge of production processes, quality standards, and safety procedures.
• Basic computer skills and knowledge of Excel or ERP systems.
• Good leadership, communication, coordination, and problem-solving skills.
• Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)Achievement of daily production targets.
• Reduction in rejection, rework, and material wastage.
• Effective manpower utilization.
• Reduction in machine downtime.
• Compliance with quality and safety standards.
• Timely and accurate production reporting.