Plant ME

Role & responsibilities :

Manufacturing Process Development

• Develop and optimize manufacturing processes for automotive components and assemblies.
• Prepare process flow, PFMEA, control plans, work instructions, and process documentation.
• Ensure compliance with automotive quality standards and customer requirements.
• Support new product introduction (NPI) and localization projects.

Production Line Setup & Improvement

• Design and establish production lines, workstations, and assembly processes.
• Conduct line balancing and manpower optimization studies.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity and reduce cycle time.
• Implement lean manufacturing concepts such as Kaizen, 5S, Poka-Yoke, and Value Stream Mapping.

Equipment & Tooling Management

• Define specifications for manufacturing equipment, fixtures, and tooling.
• Coordinate installation, commissioning, validation, and qualification of machines.
• Monitor equipment performance and recommend upgrades or automation opportunities.
• Work with maintenance teams to improve equipment reliability and OEE.

Quality & Process Control

• Analyze process defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Ensure adherence to IATF 16949, ISO standards, and customer-specific requirements.
• Support internal audits, customer audits, and process audits.
• Monitor process capability and implement improvements for quality enhancement.

New Project & Launch Management

• Participate in product launch activities from concept to SOP (Start of Production).
• Coordinate with Design, Quality, Production, Supply Chain, and Maintenance teams.
• Track project timelines, budgets, and manufacturing readiness.
• Ensure smooth ramp-up during production launches.

Cost & Productivity Improvement

• Identify cost reduction opportunities through process optimization and waste elimination.
• Improve plant productivity through automation and process improvements.
• Monitor KPIs such as OEE, scrap, rejection, cycle time, and manufacturing cost.