The Production Area Leader plays a critical role in ensuring the safe, efficient, and compliant operation of the Banner & Pocket production area. This position is fully accountable for safety, daily operations, and continuous improvement, while also contributing to strategic planning, workforce development, and quality enhancement. The leader acts as a key liaison between shopfloor teams and support functions, driving performance and fostering a culture of excellence.

🔐 Safety (Full Responsibility)

• Ensure full compliance with company safety regulations across all employees.
• Communicate safety and health directives effectively to the team.
• Safeguard company property within the production area.
• Lead accident investigations and follow-ups in Curing & OB.
• Implement necessary safety measures and controls.
• Provide and monitor usage of PPE for Curing crew.

⚙️ Daily Operations (Full Responsibility)

• Ensure adherence to quality standards, SOPs, and inspection protocols.
• Lead SAT4 meetings for Curing & OB issues and escalate to relevant departments.
• Monitor and report daily GT stock inventory.
• Enforce discipline and manage daily manning arrangements.
• Handle SAP attendance bookings and operator claims submission.
• Manage and justify daily overtime to meet production plans.
• Submit daily production reports to BTL/HOD by 8 AM
• Ensure smooth execution of production plans; revise programs as needed.
• Escalate production issues to BTL/HOD or support teams promptly.
• Lead shopfloor issue resolution for Curing & OB.
• Coordinate with Engineering during breakdowns and prioritize repairs.
• Manage NCRs related to Curing & OB.
• Monitor and reduce scrap levels (I–IV) as per targets.
• Ensure completion of FPI and mold change check sheets.

📋 Adherence & Compliance (Full Responsibility)

• Ensure compliance with SH policies, QMS, PPS, and internal procedures.
• Maintain high housekeeping standards.
• Coordinate and document counseling sessions.
• Conduct annual appraisals for Blue Collar employees.
• Attend grievance meetings with UNION (CTEU) when required.
• Support investigations by local authorities (e.g., SOCSO).
• Ensure availability of updated Work Instructions and Specifications.

🔄 Continuous Improvement (Full Responsibility)

• Ensure CBT1 & LPA boards are completed on schedule.
• Troubleshoot issues and implement solutions using structured analysis.
• Collaborate with support functions for improvement initiatives.
• Promote and implement cost-saving ideas.
• Drive continuous improvement to reduce operating costs.

🧭 Plans / Strategy / Projects (Shared Responsibility)

• Develop and execute corrective and contingency plans.
• Support CBS manufacturing principles.
• Improve and stabilize process capability and efficiency.
• Escalate unresolved issues in CBT2 for further action.

📚 Training & Development (Shared Responsibility)

• Ensure operators receive proper training and tools.
• Promote job rotation and multitasking to enhance skillsets.
• Collaborate with Shopfloor Trainer for operator certification.
• Identify and arrange for multi-skill development as needed.

📈 Production / Quality / Efficiency Improvements (Shared Responsibility)

• Implement efficient processes to meet output and quality targets.
• Maintain production quality through robust process controls.
• Support root cause analysis in QSC.
• Align equipment, tooling, and processes with product requirements.
• Execute corrective actions and CI activities related to scrap, rework, tire weight, and cured tire dimensions.

📦 Others

• Place purchase orders as required.
• Take full responsibility for designated production areas.
• Lead scrap management initiatives when necessary.