Executive / Senior Executive / Assistant Manager - Weld Shop

Role & responsibilities

• Ensure achievement of daily production targets in the Weld Shop.
• Monitor and control robotic welding, spot welding, MIG welding, and assembly operations.
• Ensure smooth line operations with optimum utilization of manpower, machines, and materials.
• Monitor productivity, cycle time, OEE, downtime, and rejection levels.
• Implement TPM, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and Continuous Improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production losses and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards and support defect reduction activities.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, PPC, Stores, and SCM teams for uninterrupted production.
• Conduct root cause analysis using 5 Why, Fishbone, and other problem-solving tools.
• Ensure compliance with safety standards, 5S practices, and shop floor discipline.
• Manage shift operations, manpower allocation, attendance, and performance monitoring.
• Monitor machine breakdowns and coordinate with maintenance teams for quick restoration.
• Drive cost reduction, productivity improvement, and process optimization projects.
• Ensure proper documentation of production reports, shift reports, and MIS.
• Train and develop operators for skill enhancement and operational excellence.

Preferred candidate profile

• Diploma/B.Tech in Mechanical, Automobile, Production, Manufacturing Engineering, or related discipline.
• 2-10 years of experience in Weld Shop Production within Automotive OEMs or Auto Component Manufacturing.
• Hands-on experience in Robotic Welding, Spot Welding, MIG Welding, and Body Shop operations.
• Strong knowledge of production processes, line balancing, cycle time improvement, and productivity enhancement.
• Experience in handling automated welding lines and welding fixtures.
• Knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, Poka-Yoke, and Continuous Improvement methodologies.
• Ability to monitor and improve OEE, quality, productivity, and cost parameters.
• Experience in manpower planning, shift management, and shop floor operations.
• Strong problem-solving skills using 5 Why, Fishbone Diagram, and Root Cause Analysis techniques.
• Familiarity with quality systems, defect reduction, and customer requirements in automotive manufacturing.
• Working knowledge of SAP/ERP and MS Excel.
• Good communication, leadership, and team management skills.
• Willingness to work in shifts and a fast-paced manufacturing environment.