Dy. Manager - PPC

Roles & Responsibilities

Production Planning & Scheduling

• Prepare and execute weekly/monthly production plans based on MPS, order books, and capacity availability.
• Convert demand forecasts, work orders, and customer schedules into detailed shop‑floor schedules.
• Monitor daily production progress and ensure adherence to plans.
• Identify bottlenecks, capacity constraints, and delays; escalate risks proactively.

Material Planning & Control

• Execute MRP activities to ensure timely availability of raw materials, bought‑out parts, and aerospace‑grade components.
• Track long‑lead and critical items and follow up with procurement and suppliers.
• Monitor inventory levels, WIP, and shortages to prevent production stoppages.
• Ensure material availability for FAI, prototypes, and milestone builds.

Cross‑Functional Coordination

• Coordinate with Production, Engineering, Quality, Stores, Procurement, and Program teams for smooth execution.
• Support engineering changes (ECNs) by updating plans and controlling configuration impacts.
• Assist in customer program reviews related to production status and delivery commitments.

Monitoring, Reporting & Control

• Track key PPC metrics such as OTD, plan adherence, WIP, inventory consumption, and capacity utilization.
• Prepare daily/weekly PPC dashboards and MIS reports.
• Support root‑cause analysis for delivery deviations and schedule slippages.

Quality, Compliance & Documentation

• Ensure planning and execution comply with AS9100 requirements, traceability norms, and aerospace documentation practices.
• Support internal, customer, and regulatory audits with accurate planning data and reports.
• Maintain accurate data in ERP systems including routing, BOMs, work orders, and schedules.

Continuous Improvement

• Support Lean, Kaizen, and process improvement initiatives in planning and material control.
• Assist in improving PPC processes through digitization, better scheduling logic, and data accuracy.
• Encourage discipline in planning, reporting, and shop‑floor control.

Team Support

• Guide PPC executives and planners in day‑to‑day activities.
• Act as a backup to the Manager – PPC when required.
• Contribute to team skill development and standard operating procedures.

Education

• Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical / Aerospace / Production / Industrial Engineering
• Postgraduate qualification in Operations / Supply Chain – preferred

Experience

• 6–10 years of experience in PPC / Production Planning, preferably in aerospace, defence, or precision manufacturing
• Experience with low‑volume, high‑complexity, make‑to‑order or project‑based manufacturing
• Exposure to ERP‑driven planning environments