Job Title: Production Manager – Solar PV
Module
Location: Bhayala, Gujarat
Department: Manufacturing
Experience:
- 15–20 years in manufacturing
- 10–15 years in Solar PV Module Manufacturing preferred
Qualification
- B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical / Electrical / Production
- Certification in Solar/Renewable Energy preferred
Position Overview
The Production Manager will be responsible for driving efficient and high-quality manufacturing of solar PV modules. The role focuses on achieving production targets, maintaining strict quality standards, optimizing cost per watt, and ensuring smooth plant operations aligned with the company’s growth objectives.
Key Roles & Responsibilities:
1. Production Planning & Target Achievement
- Execute daily, weekly, and monthly production plans as per dispatch commitments.
- Ensure maximum utilization of plant capacity and manpower.
- Monitor line-wise performance and implement corrective actions to achieve targets.
2. PV Module Manufacturing Operations
- Oversee complete module production processes: Cell Stringing → Layup → Lamination → Framing → Junction Box Fixing → Testing (EL/Flash)
- Ensure process standardization and strict adherence to SOPs.
3. Productivity & Cost Optimization
- Drive reduction in cost per watt through process improvements.
- Minimize material wastage (cells, EVA, backsheet, glass).
- Improve line efficiency, throughput, and cycle time.
4. Quality Assurance Coordination
- Ensure compliance with BIS, IEC, and ISO standards.
- Collaborate with QA/QC teams to reduce rejection, rework, and defects.
- Implement Root Cause Analysis (RCA) and CAPA for continuous improvement.
5. Manpower & Shift Management
- Manage supervisors, operators, and contract manpower.
- Plan shifts, allocate manpower, and track productivity.
- Conduct training programs for skill enhancement and process improvement.
6. Machine & Maintenance Coordination
- Ensure high uptime of critical machines: Stringers, Laminators, EL Testers, Sun Simulators, Framing Machines
- Coordinate with the maintenance team for preventive and breakdown maintenance.
7. Inventory & Material Control
- Ensure availability of raw materials without overstocking.
- Coordinate with stores and procurement for uninterrupted material flow.
- Monitor consumption vs BOM and control variances.
8. Safety & Compliance (EHS)
- Ensure strict adherence to plant safety and EHS guidelines.
- Promote safe handling of glass, chemicals, and electrical equipment.
- Conduct regular safety audits and toolbox talks.
9. MIS & Reporting
o Daily Production Reports (DPR)
o Rejection & Yield Reports
o OEE and Efficiency Reports
- Provide actionable insights and improvement plans to management.
If anyone is interested in this profile, please share your updated resume to [email protected]
Benefits:
- Health insurance
- Provident Fund
Application Question(s):
- How many years of experience do you have in Solar PV Module Manufacturing?
- How many years of total manufacturing experience do you have?
- Do you have experience managing PV module production lines?
- Do you have experience with Stringing, Layup, Lamination, Framing and EL/Flash Testing?
- What is your current CTC?
- What is your notice period?
- What's your current location?
Work Location: In person
