Asst. Manager - Manufacturing Engineering

Manufacturing Process Development

• Design and establish manufacturing processes for new and existing products.
• Prepare process flow charts, work instructions, SOPs, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Conduct cycle time studies and line balancing activities.
• Identify and implement process improvements to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

New Product Introduction (NPI)

• Lead manufacturing readiness activities for new product launches.
• Coordinate with Design, Quality, Supply Chain, and Production teams for successful project execution.
• Support prototype, pilot builds, and production ramp-up activities.
• Verify manufacturing feasibility and capacity requirements.

Productivity & Cost Improvement

• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and Value Stream Mapping.
• Identify opportunities for automation and process optimization.
• Monitor manufacturing KPIs and implement corrective actions.
• Deliver annual productivity and cost-saving targets.

Equipment & Tooling Management

• Define specifications for production equipment, tooling, fixtures, and gauges.
• Coordinate equipment installation, commissioning, and validation.
• Ensure optimum utilization and efficiency of manufacturing assets.
• Support preventive maintenance planning with Maintenance teams.

Quality & Process Control

• Work closely with Quality teams to improve process capability and reduce defects.
• Conduct root cause analysis using tools such as 8D, 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and SPC.
• Support customer and internal audits.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO standards, and company quality requirements.

Capacity Planning & Layout Development

• Perform capacity analysis and production planning studies.
• Develop plant layouts to optimize material flow and space utilization.
• Support expansion projects and production line setup activities.

Safety & Compliance

• Ensure manufacturing processes comply with EHS standards.
• Participate in risk assessments and safety improvement projects.
• Promote a culture of safety and operational excellence