Brief Role Description

Lead the Electrical, Automation, PLC, CNC and Equipment Maintenance function for the Crankshaft Manufacturing Line, ensuring maximum equipment availability, productivity enhancement, reliability improvement, breakdown reduction, safety compliance, and continuous improvement across machining and grinding operations. Responsible for maintenance strategy, manpower management, TPM deployment, and execution of productivity and cost-reduction initiatives.

Key Responsibilities

Maintenance & Reliability Management

- Lead preventive, predictive and breakdown maintenance activities for crankshaft machining and grinding lines.
- Ensure high equipment availability and reliability of CNC machines, grinding machines, gantry systems, lapping machines, hardening machines, balancing machines and conveyor systems.
- Drive root cause analysis (RCA) and permanent corrective actions for recurring equipment failures.
- Manage central coolant systems and associated utility equipment for grinding operations.
- Ensure optimum machine health through condition monitoring and planned maintenance practices.

Electrical, CNC & Automation Systems

- Fanuc CNC Systems
- Siemens Controllers (802D SL, 828D, 840D)
- Siemens S7-200 / S7-300 PLCs
- Profibus-based automation networks
- Makino CNC Machines
- Manage PLC, CNC and machine backup systems.
- Diagnose and rectify electrical, automation and controls-related machine issues.
- Support program modifications, parameter management and controller diagnostics.

Mechanical Systems & Specialized Equipment

- Maintenance of spindle assemblies, ATC systems, hydraulic and pneumatic systems.
- Spindle run-out correction and resolution of machining quality issues arising from equipment conditions.
- Maintenance and troubleshooting of Landis, Komatsu NTC and other crankshaft grinding lines.
- Ensure process capability and equipment accuracy through effective maintenance practices.

Continuous Improvement & Cost Optimization

- Drive TPM implementation and equipment reliability improvement initiatives.
- Lead debottlenecking projects to improve throughput and line productivity.
- Implement energy-saving and power cost reduction initiatives.
- Drive cost reduction, maintenance optimization and productivity improvement projects.
- Promote a culture of continuous improvement and innovation within the team.

Safety,



Quality & Compliance

- Champion a strong safety culture across maintenance operations.
- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, TPM, TQM, DWM and statutory safety requirements.
- Support zero breakdown, zero accident and zero defect manufacturing objectives.
- Ensure adherence to maintenance standards, audit requirements and shop-floor governance systems.

Team & Stakeholder Management

- Lead and develop maintenance manpower, contractors and support teams.
- Manage cross-functional coordination with Production, Quality, Utilities, Projects, SCM and other support functions.
- Handle employee relations, conflict resolution and workforce engagement.
- Drive capability development and technical skill enhancement within the maintenance team.

Education & Experience

Essential

- B.E./B.Tech in Electrical, Electronics, Electrical & Electronics, Mechatronics or Mechanical Engineering.
- 8+ years of experience in maintenance of CNC machining, grinding or crankshaft manufacturing lines within automotive, auto-component, powertrain or precision machining industries.

Preferred Industry Background

- Automotive OEMs
- Auto Component Manufacturers
- Crankshaft Manufacturing
- Precision Machining Operations
- Powertrain Manufacturing Plants

Technical Competencies

Must Have:
- Fanuc CNC Controls
- Siemens 802D SL, 828D & 840D Platforms
- Siemens S7-200 / S7-300 PLCs
- Profibus Communication Systems
- CNC & PLC Backup Management
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems
- Grinding Line Maintenance
- Crankshaft Manufacturing Processes
- TPM Deployment
- SAP PM Module

Preferred:
- Landis Grinding Lines
- Komatsu NTC Grinding Lines
- Hardening Machine Maintenance
- Balancing Machine Maintenance
- CMM Maintenance
- Energy & Cost Optimisation Projects
- TQM & DWM Practices

Leadership Competencies

- Driving Execution
- Leading Change
- Team Leadership & People Development
- Problem Solving & Decision Making
- Customer Centricity
- Collaboration & Stakeholder Management




- Conflict Resolution
- Communication & Influencing Skills
- Planning & Time Management
- Continuous Improvement Mindset

Tata Motors is an Equal Opportunity Employer, committed to a fair and transparent hiring process. All recruitment decisions are based strictly on Merit, Role alignment, and Business requirements. It does not solicit or accept any form of payment or gratuity from candidates at any stage of the recruitment process. Any such request received should be considered fraudulent and reported immediately.

About Tata Motors:

Part of the USD 180 billion Tata group, Tata Motors Limited (BSE: 500570; NSE: TATAMOTORS), a USD 52 billion organization, is a leading global automobile manufacturer of cars, utility vehicles, pick-ups, trucks, and buses, offering an extensive range of integrated, smart, and e-mobility solutions. With ‘Connecting Aspirations’ at the core of its brand promise, Tata Motors is India’s market leader in commercial vehicles and ranks among the top three in the passenger vehicles market.

Tata Motors strives to bring recent products that captivate the imagination of GenNext customers, fuelled by state-of-the-art design and R&D; centres located in India, the UK, the US, Italy, and South Korea. By focusing on engineering and tech- enabled automotive solutions catering to the future of mobility, the company’s innovation efforts are focused on developing pioneering technologies that are both sustainable and suited to the evolving market and customer aspirations. The company is pioneering India's Electric Vehicle (EV) transition and driving the shift towards sustainable mobility solutions by developing a tailored product strategy, leveraging the synergy between Group companies and playing an active role in liaising with the Government of India in developing the policy framework.

With operations in India, UK, South Korea, Thailand and Indonesia, Tata Motors markets its vehicles in Africa, the Middle East, Latin America, Southeast Asia, and the SAARC countries. As of March 31, 2025, Tata Motors’ operations include 93 consolidated subsidiaries, two joint operations, four joint ventures, and numerous equity-accounted associates, including their subsidiaries, over which the company exercises significant influence.

📌 Senior Manager - Electrical Maintenance - Machine Shop (India)
🏢 TataMotors
📍 India