Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager - Manufacturing Solutions

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Job Title - Deputy Manager / Assistant Manager - Manufacturing Solutions

Job Location - Chennai, India

Reports to - Senior Manager - Manufacturing Solutions

Purpose of the Role

The Manufacturing Solutions Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production and high-quality products. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Production & Quality, to develop and improve processes that meet both customer and company requirements.

A Process Owner - Sheet Metal & CAD/CAM manages the end-to-end fabrication workflow, standardizes manufacturing methods, and optimizes CNC programming for cutting, punching, and bending operations.

Job Overview

• Role: Process Owner (Sheet Metal Fabrication Industry & CAD/CAM)
• Industry: Sheet Metal Fabrication / Manufacturing / Automotive
• Core Focus: Process standardization, continuous improvement, and advanced CAD/CAM programming oversight at sheet metal fabrication industry
  

Are you the One

• Education: Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Production / Automobile Engineering
• Experience: Minimum of 8+ years in sheet metal manufacturing with leadership or process ownership background.
• Technical Skills: Deep knowledge of bend allowances, spring-back compensation, tooling selection, and sheet metal properties.
• Software Proficiency: Advanced knowledge of CAD/CAM and nesting systems (e.g., LANTEK, SALVAGNINI OPS etc.)
• Methodologies: Strong grounding in Lean Manufacturing, 5S, and continuous improvement (Kaizen/Six Sigma).

What will you be doing

• Process Ownership: Design, implement, and govern end-to-end sheet metal processes from raw material handling to final bent/assembled parts.
• CAD/CAM Programming: Oversee, create, and refine CNC programs for laser cutting, turret punching, and press-brake bending.
• Nesting & Optimization: Optimize material nesting layouts to maximize utilization and reduce scrap.
• Quality & Troubleshooting: Resolve shop-floor bottlenecks, dimensional deviations, and tooling issues.
• Standardization: Develop standard operating procedures (SOPs), setup sheets, and work instructions for production teams.

What do we offer

• Career progression and opportunities within a global organization
• Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work
• Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills
• You are surrounded by funcolleagues and a lively working environment within Business Services team and KONE Front Line. The best part is all leaders are great and open-minded

Click on apply if you have a passion for meeting up with people and a desire to make an impact in the elevator and escalator industry.

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