Senior Manager_Technology Department

About The Business Tata Electronics Private Limited (TEPL) is a greenfield venture of the Tata Group with expertise in manufacturing precision components. Tata Electronics (a wholly owned subsidiary of Tata Sons Pvt. Ltd.) is building India’s first AI-enabled state-of-the-art Semiconductor Foundry. This facility will produce chips for applications such as power management IC, display drivers, microcontrollers (MCU) and high-performance computing logic, addressing the growing demand in markets such as automotive, computing and data storage, wireless communications and artificial intelligence. Tata Electronics is a subsidiary of the Tata group. The Tata Group operates in more than 100 countries across six continents, with the mission 'To improve the quality of life of the communities we serve globally, through long term stakeholder value creation based on leadership with Trust.’

Responsibilities

• Design and set up SMT production lines aligned with customer and business requirements.
• Define equipment, layout, throughput, and manpower for new line setups and proposals.
• Lead equipment selection, CapEx justification, procurement, and installation.
• Establish process flows, machine programs, and tooling for optimized production.
• Validate processes through pilot builds and resolve issues before mass production.
• Drive NPI activities, ensuring smooth transition from development to manufacturing.
• Coordinate with supply chain, quality, and production teams for line readiness.
• Oversee ramp-up, improve yield, and optimize performance metrics.
• Ensure adherence to DFX principles, quality standards, and cost targets.
• Support early production and continuous improvement initiatives.

Desired Experience Level

• Strong expertise in SMT assembly and PCB manufacturing (printing, pick-and-place, reflow, AOI)
• Hands-on experience in NPI and production line setup
• Knowledge of DFX (manufacturability, testability) and process optimization
• Familiarity with lean practices (5S, Six Sigma)
• Understanding of supply chain, procurement, and component planning
• Proficiency in project management and productivity tools
• Strong analytical skills using Excel/Google Sheets (KPIs, dashboards)
• High proficiency in MS Office for reporting and documentation
• Strong leadership, communication, and cross-functional coordination

Essential Attributes

• Experience in EMS or high-volume electronics manufacturing environments
• Ability to work with global teams across time zones
• Willingness to travel for customer, supplier, and project engagements
• Proven ability to manage customer interactions and support business development initiatives
• Experience in capacity planning, cost modeling, and quote support