Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as ROLE.
About the Role
We are looking for an AMG Team Lead (Associate / Deputy Manager) to own and drive end-to-end production line performance in a high-paced, global manufacturing environment.
This role is ideal for a hands-on production leader with strong process knowledge, lean manufacturing expertise, and proven experience in the automobile industry within an MNC culture.
You will be responsible for ensuring excellence across Health & Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost, and Delivery (P/Q/C/D) while embedding the Autoliv Production System (APS) across operations.
What You’ll Do
Production and Operations Leadership
- Lead daily production operations and ensure smooth execution aligned with APS standards
- Ensure manpower planning, resource optimization, and adherence to standard work instructions
- Monitor production performance and drive recovery actions in case of deviations
- Run daily production meetings and escalate critical issues effectively
Performance and Process Excellence
- Drive productivity improvement projects and cost optimization initiatives
- Implement Lean tools such as JIT, Jidoka, Line Balancing, Andon, Visual Controls, and Kaizen
- Conduct MOST time studies, manpower reduction analysis, and layout optimization
- Develop and maintain Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and process standardization
Quality and Compliance
- Analyze quality reports and ensure corrective actions are implemented
- Lead FMEA, QA networking, and quality circle activities for new process setups
- Ensure compliance with labor laws, safety, and environmental standards
Continuous Improvement and APS Deployment
- Champion APS implementation and best practice sharing across plants
- Lead sub-region performance improvement initiatives and policy deployment
- Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence
Team and People Development
- Build and develop a high-performing team with defined skill profiles and training plans
- Collaborate with HR for training effectiveness and capability building
- Promote a “one team, one company” mindset
Stakeholder and Customer Engagement
- Communicate performance metrics and ensure alignment with Autoliv business targets
- Engage with customers to build strong, long-term relationships
What You Bring
Experience
- 12–15 years of production management experience in an assembly/process industry
- Experience in multi-product, multi-customer environments
- Strong ability to troubleshoot process-related issues independently
- Experience in automotive or MNC manufacturing setups is essential
Technical and Functional Skills
- Solid understanding of lean manufacturing and world-class manufacturing
- Hands-on experience with process optimization and production systems
- Knowledge of FMEA, MOST, VSM, JIT, Jidoka, and quality systems
Education
- Diploma with 15–18 years experience, or
- B.E. (Mechanical / Automobile) with 12–15 years experience
- Additional training in Safety is a plus
Language Skills
- English (mandatory)
- Kannada, Hindi (required)
- Tamil (desirable)
Behavioral Competencies
- Drive Customer Focus
- Manage Execution
- Ensure Accountability
- Engage and Inspire Others
- Develop People
- Build Trust
- Cultivate Innovation
- Make Sound Decisions
- Drive Collaboration
- Display Global Perspective
Personal Attributes
- Strong self-confidence and ownership
- Result-oriented mindset
- Innovative, problem-solving approach
- Strong team player with leadership potential
Additional Requirements
- Willingness to work in shifts
- Flexibility to work 6 days a week
- Ability to handle production independently with CFT support
Why This Role
This is a high-impact leadership role where you will:
- Directly influence plant performance and customer satisfaction
- Drive lean transformation and operational excellence
- Grow into larger leadership responsibilities within a global organization
- We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.
In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.
More lives saved – more life lived!
Function
Production
Locations
Autoliv India (INBA) - Bangalore
Autoliv India (INBA) - Bangalore
Workplace & Culture
Culture and Work Environment
At Autoliv, the vision of saving more lives guides and motivates our work.
With a mission to provide world-class solutions to this end, we constantly seek new ways of working and question existing standards to keep you and your loved ones safe on the road.
And we do this through Autoliv's key behaviors:
Take Ownership
Collaborate
Add value
Make it Easy
Be curious.
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About Autoliv India
Autoliv is the worldwide leader in automotive safety systems. Through our group companies, we develop, manufacture and market protective systems, such as airbags, seatbelts, and steering wheels for all major automotive manufacturers in the world as well as mobility safety solutions.
At Autoliv, we challenge and redefine the standards of mobility safety to sustainably deliver leading solutions. In 2024, our products saved 37,000 lives and reduced 600,000 injuries.
Our ~65,000 colleagues in 25 countries are passionate about our vision of Saving More Lives and quality is at the heart of everything we do. We drive innovation, research, and development at our 13 technical centers, with their 20 test tracks.
Founded in 1953
Co-workers 65,000
Turnover 10.4 B USD
📌 Lead Specialist - Production (India)
🏢 Autoliv
📍 India