About this role
Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
- As the Deputy Manager - Engine Assembly at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd's Farm Division, you will play a pivotal role in optimising factory operations to enhance overall productivity and reduce costs. Your responsibilities will include managing cost control by identifying opportunities to improve line efficiency and effectively reducing scrap, consumables, and manpower costs. You will be accountable for departmental budget planning and monitoring to ensure financial targets are met.
- You will lead efforts to improve SPR (System Performance Rate) to exceed 90% by implementing strategies that mitigate defects through comprehensive data analysis and corrective actions. Handling the analysis, resolution, and continuous monitoring of market complaints is essential to maintain product quality and customer satisfaction.
- Leading and inspiring the assembly manufacturing team is critical to accomplish and exceed objectives related to PQCDSM (Productivity, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, and Morale) performance metrics. You will be responsible for timely product delivery aligned with production schedules and coordinate effectively with internal teams, external partners, and vendors to drive continuous improvements and successful new product introductions.
- Ensuring adherence to training programmes for both workers and staff contributes to skill development and operational excellence. Daily management of teams includes resolving conflicts promptly and fostering a collaborative environment. Regular performance reviews and inspiring your team members to meet targets and professional growth are part of your leadership responsibilities.
- Furthermore, you will conduct rigorous gap analyses to identify production losses, quality issues, and equipment breakdowns, implementing robust solutions to minimise disruptions. Synchronising component availability for various models is essential to avoid production delays and maintain workflow integrity.
Preferred Industries
Manufacturing
## Education Qualification
To succeed in this role, candidates should possess a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology degree, preferably in Electrical and Electronics Engineering or related disciplines. A solid educational foundation in engineering principles and manufacturing technologies is crucial for understanding the technical complexities involved in engine assembly processes.
The company values continuous learning and encourages further development through specialised certifications or training courses related to production management, quality control, and lean manufacturing methodologies. Such qualifications will enhance the ability to drive process improvements and contribute effectively to cross-functional teams.
General Experience
The ideal candidate will bring between three to seven years of progressive experience in a manufacturing environment, particularly within assembly operations. This experience range provides the right balance of hands-on operational knowledge and leadership abilities necessary to manage complex production processes and teams effectively.
Demonstrated expertise in managing cost control initiatives, improving production efficiency, and handling quality assurance measures is highly desirable. Previous roles that involved collaboration across departments to align production targets and quality standards will benefit candidates in this position.
Experience in coordinating with vendors and external stakeholders to streamline supply chain operations and implement new product launches will be highly valued. Familiarity with adherence to safety protocols and regulatory compliance is essential.
Critical Experience
Critical experience includes a proven track record of leading manufacturing teams to achieve high standards in PQCDSM metrics within an engine assembly or related automotive manufacturing context. Candidates must have hands-on experience in cost reduction strategies targeting scrap, consumables, and manpower without compromising quality or delivery schedules.
Expertise in analysing defects and market complaints data to formulate corrective and preventive actions is essential to maintain continuous product improvement and customer satisfaction. Familiarity with implementing new product introductions and scaling mass production processes is required.
Strong leadership skills in managing daily manpower, resolving workplace conflicts, and motivating teams towards achieving productivity and quality goals are mandatory. Candidates must also be adept at conducting gap analyses to diagnose production inefficiencies and drive impactful resolutions.
Proficiency in synchronising parts and materials across different model lines to ensure smooth production flows, alongside effective coordination with diverse internal departments and external vendors, forms an integral part of this role. Additionally, experience in maintaining and monitoring departmental budgets and adhering to structured training schedules will be crucial for success.