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Job Title - Senior Engineer - Manufacturing Solutions
Job Location - Chennai, India
Reports to - Senior Manager - Manufacturing Solutions
Purpose of the Role
The Manufacturing Solutions Engineer is responsible for designing, implementing, and optimizing manufacturing processes to ensure efficient production and high-quality products. This role involves working closely with cross-functional teams, including Engineering, Production & Quality, to develop and improve processes that meet both customer and company requirements.
Are you the One
- Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical / Production / Automobile Engineering
- 5 to 8 years of experience at TIER 1 Automotive/ OEM Automotive / Elevator & Escalator Industry and other Equivalent industries
- Expertise in Automation, Assembly Machines, PLC / HMI, Robotics
- Good knowledge in AUTO CAD & other simulation software knowledge
- Strong problem-solving and good communication skills.
- Exposure to ISO, IATF16949, Six Sigma and APQP knowledge.
- Good Presentation skill with logical thinking.
- Certification in MTM & Ergonomics study
What will you be doing
- Lead development, validation, and roll-out of manufacturing processes as per internal and customer standards.
- Drive automation initiatives from concept design to till line handover for routine management.
- High knowledge in Work Instruction, PFMEA, Control Plans and other process documentation.
- Lead feasibility studies, line layout design, cycle time optimization, and cost-down initiatives.
- Drive the factory productivity & efficiency through Lean and digital manufacturing tools.
- Manage CAPEX and OPEX budgets for process, automation, and maintenance initiatives.
- Familiarity with APQP Process, Pre & Post acceptance processes with document knowledge.
- Knowledge in MES process
What do we offer
- Career progression and opportunities within a global organization
- Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a great place to work
- Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills
- You are surrounded by funcolleagues and a lively working environment within Business Services team and KONE Front Line. The best part is all leaders are great and open-minded
Click on apply if you have a passion for meeting up with people and a desire to make an impact in the elevator and escalator industry.
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📌 Senior Engineer - Manufacturing Solutions (Chennai)
🏢 Kone
📍 Chennai