Job Description

Role Purpose
- Lead and drive manufacturing methods, process engineering, and industrial performance.
- Ensure efficient, protected, and high-quality production systems.
- Own continuous improvement (Lean / SPS / Six Sigma) across the plant.

Key Responsibilities
- Manufacturing Process Optimization
- Improve existing production processes (manual, automated, PLC-based)
- Design and implement new manufacturing methods & layouts
- Optimize:
- Cycle time
- Line balancing
- Workstation ergonomics
- Continuous Improvement (SPS / Lean)
- Deploy Schneider Performance System (SPS)
- Apply Lean / Six Sigma tools for:
- Waste reduction
- Productivity improvement
- Quality enhancement
- Lead Kaizen, SIM2, and problem-solving initiatives
- Industrialization & New Product Introduction (NPI)
- Ensure product manufacturability (DFM/DFA)
- Support new line setup & ramp-up
- Conduct:
- Feasibility studies
- Cost & CAPEX analysis
- Validate processes internally & at suppliers
- Capacity & Production Planning Support
- Manage capacity vs. workload balancing




- Optimize lead time & throughput
- Use digital tools like:
- iQ Simulation
- CAMA / CORIM / Bridge
- Standardization & Documentation
- Define and maintain:
- Work instructions
- Process sheets
- SOPs
- Ensure operator training and process discipline
- Leadership & Team Management
- Lead Methods / Industrial Engineering team
- Develop team capabilities (Lean, tools, problem solving)
- Drive cross-functional collaboration with:
- Production
- Quality
- Supply Chain
- Engineering
- Performance & Business Alignment
- Track KPIs:
- OEE
- Productivity
- Scrap / Rework
- Cost savings
- Align methods strategy with plant/business objectives
- Report to senior leadership
- Safety & Compliance
- Ensure processes meet:
- EHS standards
- Quality & regulatory requirements
- Integrate safety into process design

Key Competencies

Functional
- Manufacturing Management
- Process Design & Industrial Engineering
- Continuous Improvement

📌 Senior Engineer Methods (India)
🏢 Schneider Electric
📍 India