Snr Manager-Production
Date: Sep 22, 2026
Location: Pune, IN
Company: Tenneco
| Position Name * | Snr. Manager - Production | Job Code * | 40500082 | |
| Function * | Operations | Job Grade * | B9 | |
| Sub- Function * | Manufacturing | Job Level * | Senior Professional / Supervisor | |
| Reporting * | Functional - DGM Operations | Role Type * (Individual Contributor / People Manager) |
People Manager | |
| Operational - DGM Operations | Location * | Sealings Pune | ||
| Work Mode * (Onsite / Hybrid / Remote) |
Onsite | |||
| Dimension / Scope of The Job * : | ||||
| To lead and manage the production operations of the Sealings & Gasket Plant, ensuring efficient planning, execution, and continuous improvement of manufacturing processes while meeting customer requirements and organizational goals. | ||||
| ROLE & RESPONSIBILITY OF THE POSTION * | ||||
| Key Responsibilities: Production Planning & Execution Develop and execute daily production plans aligned with monthly targets. Ensure optimal work environment for efficient product manufacturing. Oversee proper handling, packaging, and preservation of products during production. Take corrective actions to prevent and eliminate non-conformities (NCs). Authorize stoppage of production in case of reported NCs. Approve Returnable Gate Pass (RGP) for return material processing. Process & Product Knowledge Possess in-depth understanding of sealing and gasket manufacturing processes. Apply core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, MSA) effectively in production. Ensure fulfillment of customer-specific requirements (CSR). Recommend process concessions to the Director when necessary. Maintenance & Equipment Management Ensure implementation of daily and preventive maintenance (PM) of machines. Monitor and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE). Identify and submit minimum 5 Problem Solving Improvement Forms (PSIF) annually. Quality, Safety & Compliance Adhere to Environmental Management System (EMS) and Occupational Health & Safety (OH&S) standards. Maintain proper housekeeping through 5S practices. Implement Poka-Yoke (foolproofing) techniques to prevent errors. Team Leadership & Development Lead Cross-Functional Teams (CFT) for APQP activities. Train, motivate, and develop production team members. Foster a culture of continual improvement through Kaizens. Performance Monitoring Track and achieve P3 KPIs (Productivity, Performance, Profitability). Ensure timely reporting and documentation of production metrics. |
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| SKILLS PROFILE (add rows, if you so need) | ||||
| Technical Skills * | 1. Strong knowledge of core tools, CSR, and lean manufacturing principles. | |||
| 2. Proficiency in OEE calculation and production benchmarking. | ||||
| 3. Familiarity with EMS, OH&S, and 5S methodologies. | ||||
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| Safety / EHS Competencies | Awareness on significant safey hazards, risk & operational controls | |||
| Legal compliances - awareness on EHS Policy & objective | ||||
| Awareness on Emergency Management system | ||||
| Enviroment significant aspects, Risk knowledge & it's operational controls | ||||
| Soft Skills* | 1. Strong leadership and team management skills. | |||
| 2. Problem-solving mindset with attention to detail. | ||||
| 3. Ability to work in a fast-paced, high-volume production environment. Good communication and interpersonal skills. | ||||
| QUALIFICATION (Essential) * | ||||
| 1 | Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical/Production Engineering or related field. | |||
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| Experience (Essential) * | ||||
| No of Years | Minimum 10 - 12 years of experience in manufacturing, preferably in sealing/gasket industry. | |||