Overview
The Production Officer is responsible for supervising daily production activities in medical device and aerospace manufacturing operations. This role supports the Production Manager by coordinating teams, ensuring adherence to regulatory standards (ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, AS9100, NADCAP), and driving efficient and compliant production processes. The Production Officer acts as a key link between supervisors and management to maintain production quality, schedule adherence, and continuous improvement.
Responsibilities
- a. Production Coordination & Supervision
- Supervise and coordinate activities of production supervisors and team leads across medical device and aerospace manufacturing lines.
- Assist in planning and scheduling production to meet daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
- Monitor production workflow, resource utilization, and equipment availability.
- Ensure compliance with protocols for medical device production and precision manufacturing standards for aerospace components.
- b. Quality & Regulatory Compliance
- Ensure all manufacturing activities comply with applicable standards : ISO 13485, 21 CFR Part 820, AS9100, and NADCAP.
- Oversee accurate completion of production documentation such as Batch Production Records (BPRs), Device History Records (DHRs), and manufacturing travelers.
- Participate in internal and external audits, ensuring timely resolution of non-conformances and corrective actions.
- Provide guidance, training, and support to production supervisors and operators.
- Promote safety practices, 5S, Lean manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor.
- Facilitate communication between production teams and cross-functional departments (Quality, Engineering, Maintenance, Supply Chain).
- Monitor production KPIs (OEE, yield, scrap, downtime, etc.) and drive continuous improvement.
- Prepare and present production reports, performance metrics, and analysis to senior management.
- Identify process bottlenecks and recommend solutions for improved efficiency and quality.
- Lead or support projects aimed at cost reduction, waste minimization, and process optimization.
- Undertake any other duties or tasks directed by superior or management as and when required.
Qualification Requirements
Credentials / Experience :Education : Bachelor’s Degree in Mechanical, Biomedical, Aerospace, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (or related field).Experience : 4–7 years of experience in production roles within medical device and / or aerospace manufacturing environments.Strong knowledge of regulatory standards : ISO 13485 , 21 CFR Part 820 , AS9100 , and NADCAP .Proven experience supervising teams and coordinating manufacturing operations.Knowledge of production processes (preferably in CNC Machining industry), quality control and safety standards is preferred.Experience in medical devices / aerospace manufacturing industry is an added advantage.Knowledge, Skills, and Abilities :Excellent organizational, communication, and leadership skills.Strong resource management skills and problem-solving skillsProficiency with ERP systems, MS Office, and production management tools.Ability to monitor and analyze data for performance improvement.Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma, or other continuous improvement methodologies is a plus.#J-18808-Ljbffr