We are looking for a seasoned manufacturing leader to head a large-scale, multi-product manufacturing cluster involving fabrication, assembly, finishing, and packaging operations.
The role requires end-to-end ownership of the manufacturing value chain, with a robust focus on press shop, sheet metal fabrication, high-volume assembly, surface finishing, and finished goods packaging.
The incumbent will be responsible for driving excellence across safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity, while managing high SKU complexity and consumer-facing product standards.
Key Accountabilities
2.1 End-to-End Manufacturing Ownership
Lead complete manufacturing lifecycle:
Press Shop â Fabrication â Assembly â Finishing â Packaging â Dispatch
Drive performance across SQCDP (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Productivity) metrics
Ensure achievement of production targets aligned with business plans
2.2 Press Shop & Sheet Metal Operations
Oversee press shop activities including:
Blanking, punching, bending, forming, deep drawing
Drive:
Tooling efficiency and die maintenance
Quick changeovers and downtime reduction
Improve:
Material utilization and yield
Scrap and rejection levels
Ensure dimensional accuracy critical for downstream processes
2.3 Fabrication & Structural Integration
Lead fabrication processes involving sheet metal structures and assemblies
Ensure:
Precision in fitment
Consistency in structural integrity
Drive process standardization and repeatability
2.4 Assembly Operations (High Mix / High Volume)
Manage multiple assembly lines with diverse product configurations
Drive:
Line balancing and takt time optimization
Throughput and productivity improvements
Handle complex SKU mix and frequent product changeovers