Job Summary

The Senior Manager / Manager – Camshaft Manufacturing Operations is responsible for leading day-to-day manufacturing operations for camshafts across QSK, KV, NT, ISX, and other engine platforms at Kothrud Engine Plant. The role focuses on ensuring safe, effective, and high-quality production through effective management of machining processes, manpower, equipment performance, automation systems, and continuous improvement initiatives.

The incumbent will lead operations involving cam milling, grinding, induction hardening, straightening, superfinishing, washing, inspection, and packaging processes while ensuring achievement of safety, quality, delivery, cost, and productivity targets. The role also requires solid coordination with cross-functional teams including Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Supply Chain.

Key Responsibilities

Production & Operations Management

Execute and monitor daily production plans to meet customer delivery schedules and operational targets.
Ensure smooth operation of manufacturing lines with focus on safety,



quality, productivity, and cost optimization.
Manage manpower deployment, shift planning, absenteeism control, and resource utilization.
Coordinate with planning, quality, maintenance, and manufacturing engineering teams to minimize downtime and production losses.
Drive production stability across multiple camshaft variants and engine platforms.
Lead and manage daily operations of cylinder head machining lines.
Drive high-mix, high-volume production while maintaining flexibility and efficiency.
Optimize manpower utilization, line balancing, and throughput.
Collaborate with cross-functional teams including Supply Chain, Quality, Maintenance, and Engineering to ensure seamless operations.

Equipment & Process Management

Oversee end-to-end machining processes including:
Oversee operation and performance of critical manufacturing equipment including:
Cam Milling Machines
Journal & Cam Lobe Gri

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