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 1.

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 2.

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 3.

Industrialization & Recent Product Introduction (NPI) Ensure product manufacturability (DFM/DFA) Support current line setup & ramp-up Conduct: Feasibility studies Cost & CAPEX analysis Validate processes internally & at suppliers 4.

Capacity & Production Planning Support Manage capacity vs.

workload balancing Optimize lead time & throughput Use digital tools like: iQ Simulation CAMA / CORIM / Bridge 5.

Standardization & Documentation Define and maintain:



Work instructions Process sheets SOPs Ensure operator training and process discipline 6.

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 7.

Performance & Business Alignment Track KPIs: OEE Productivity Scrap / Rework Cost savings Align methods strategy with plant/business objectives Report to senior leadership 8.

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 (Lean, Six Sigma) Digital Manufacturing Tools Leadership Change Management Influencing & Stakeholder Management Strategic thinking Typical Requirements Experience:10+ years in manufacturing / methods / IE Education: Mechanical / Production / Industrial Engineering

Required Skill Profession

Operations Specialties Managers

📌 Senior Manager Methods Kolkata
🏢 Schneider Electric
📍 Kolkata