About the Role

We are looking for an experienced manufacturing leader to head end-to-end stamping operations for a leading automotive component manufacturer. The role will be responsible for driving production excellence, quality, productivity, cost optimization, delivery performance, and continuous improvement across high-volume stamping operations.

Role & responsibilities
Lead end-to-end stamping manufacturing operations, ensuring Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Productivity (SQCDP) targets are consistently achieved.
Drive production planning, capacity planning, machine utilization, and resource optimization.
Manage high-speed and conventional stamping press operations, ensuring maximum equipment utilization and OEE improvement.
Oversee tool room coordination, progressive die maintenance, preventive maintenance, and tooling optimization.
Drive operational excellence initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, SMED, Poka-Yoke, and continuous improvement.
Improve productivity, reduce scrap, optimize material utilization, and achieve cost reduction targets.
Lead current product launches, process validation, and production readiness in coordination with Engineering and Quality teams.
Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, customer-specific requirements,



and statutory safety standards.
Develop and mentor production, maintenance, tooling, and cross-functional teams.
Work closely with customers, suppliers, and internal stakeholders to ensure delivery, quality, and business objectives are achieved.

Preferred candidate profile
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering.
1520+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, with significant exposure to stamping operations.
Solid experience in high-speed precision stamping, progressive die operations, and/or automotive press shop management.
Experience in managing stamping presses, production planning, tooling, die maintenance, quality, and operational excellence.
Exposure to manufacturing of automotive components, electrical terminals, connectors, busbars, precision metal parts, or sheet metal components.
Robust knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, OEE, Kaizen, SMED, Six Sigma, and cost optimization.
Experience in leading large manufacturing teams and driving business performance.
Familiarity with IATF 16949, APQP, PPAP, FMEA, SPC, and customer audits.
Excellent leadership, problem-solving, and stakeholder management skills.

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