Assistant Manager (IN)

Key Responsibilities**:**

• Project Management & Capital Expansion:

• End-to-end execution of fabrication capacity expansion projects including the selection and procurement of capital equipment, tools, fixtures, and material handling systems.
• Manage multiple concurrent capital projects and related budgets while aligning with corporate initiatives and long-term strategic plans.
• Prepare and release RFQs, technical specifications, layouts, and DAPs (Design Approval Processes) for new tooling and equipment.

• Equipment Trials & Commissioning:

• Conduct supplier trials, coordinate installation and commissioning activities, and ensure successful machine prove-out at site.
• Ensure timely validation and handover of equipment to operations.

• Process & Productivity Engineering:

• Conduct and document cycle time studies; implement line balancing and process optimization strategies.
• Develop and standardize manufacturing processes to ensure repeatability, quality, and productivity with Timely PCM closure.

• Technology & Continuous Improvement:

• Implement lean manufacturing principles and drive continuous improvement initiatives across fabrication and machining areas.
• Lead process/technology change programs, enabling capacity increase and operational excellence.

• Layout & Facility Design:

• Design and modify layouts for new and existing facilities, optimizing workflow and space utilization.
• Support high-productivity platform creation through ergonomic and scalable plant designs.

• Technical Expertise & Support:

• Provide technical support for New Product Introductions (NPI) and cross-functional projects.
• Ensure calibration and upkeep of installed equipment in line with engineering standards.

• Paint Shop Engineering:

• Improve paint shop processes, including powder coating and conveyor systems.
• Knowledge of MEP aspects of paint shops, including safe lifting/manual handling standards and fixture/hanger design.

Required Technical Expertise:

• Heavy Fabrication & Robotic Welding Systems
• CNC Machining & Line Automation
• Paint Shop Operations (Powder Coating, Conveyors, Fixtures)
• Layout Planning & Industrial Engineering
• Cycle Time Analysis & Line Balancing
• Capital Equipment Procurement & Commissioning