Job Title: Head of Production/Factory Operations – CCTV Manufacturing Startup Location: Noida India Reports To: CEO/COO Experience Required: 10+ years in electronics manufacturing, preferably in surveillance, IoT, or consumer electronics About the Role We are a fast-growing CCTV manufacturing startup building cutting-edge surveillance solutions for global markets. As our first Head of Production , you will be responsible for setting up and scaling our factory operations from the ground up , ensuring quality, efficiency, and cost-effectiveness. This is a hands-on leadership role requiring expertise in electronics assembly, automation, lean manufacturing, and startup agility . Key Responsibilities 1. Factory Setup & Process Design Lead end-to-end setup of our CCTV manufacturing facility (SMT lines, assembly, testing, packaging). Design scalable production processes for cameras, DVRs/NVRs, and AI-enabled devices. Select and negotiate with equipment vendors (pick-and-place machines, AOI testers, lens calibration tools). 2. Production & Quality Control Achieve >95% production yield by implementing Six Sigma/Lean methodologies or other renowned industry standards Establish QC protocols for critical components (CMOS sensors, IR lenses, PCBAs). Ensure compliance with ISO 9001, IPC-A-610 (electronics assembly standards) . 3. Supply Chain & Cost Optimization Build a localized supply chain for key components (lenses, chipsets, housings) to reduce import dependency. Drive BOM cost reduction by 15–20% through value engineering and vendor consolidation. Implement JIT inventory to minimize working capital strain. 4. Team Leadership Recruit and train production engineers, technicians, and line supervisors . Foster a culture of innovation and continuous improvement in a startup environment. 5. Scalability & Automation Plan Phase 1 (manual/semi-automated) and Phase 2 (full automation) production scaling. Evaluate Industry 4.0 solutions (IoT-enabled machines, predictive maintenance). Skills & Qualifications Technical Expertise : Deep knowledge of CCTV/electronics manufacturing (SMT, THT, firmware flashing). Experience with optical testing (low-light performance, focal length calibration). Operational Excellence : Proven track record in ramping up production (0→1M units/year). Familiarity with ERP/MES systems Startup Mindset : Ability to wear multiple hats (vendor negotiations, hiring, process documentation). Comfort with ambiguity and rapid iteration .
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Head of Production