Purpose of the Role

The incumbent will be responsible for ensuring optimum availability, reliability, and performance of Machine Shop equipment by driving maintenance excellence, TPM deployment, breakdown reduction, productivity improvements, and adherence to SQPDCME (Safety, Quality, Productivity, Delivery, Cost, Morale & Environment) targets. The role involves leading maintenance operations for CNC, VMC, SPM, hydraulic, pneumatic, and automated manufacturing systems while developing a high-performance maintenance culture within the shop.

Key Responsibilities

1. Maintenance Operations & Equipment Reliability

- Ensure maximum machine uptime and availability to support production requirements.
- Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities across the Machine Shop.
- Monitor and improve MTBF, MTTR, OEE, and equipment reliability metrics.
- Drive root cause analysis (RCA) for major equipment failures and implement permanent corrective actions.
- Ensure effective maintenance of CNC Machines, VMCs, SPMs, Hydraulic Presses, Conveying Systems, Nut Runners, and associated shop-floor equipment.
- Coordinate with production teams for maintenance planning and shutdown execution.
- Manage critical spares availability and maintenance scheduling.

2. TPM & Continuous Improvement

- Drive TPM pillars and autonomous maintenance initiatives across the shop.
- Lead Kaizen, Quality Circle (QCC), Poka-Yoke, and continuous improvement projects.
- Identify opportunities for downtime reduction and process optimization.
- Improve machine performance through systematic condition monitoring and reliability improvement initiatives.
- Drive digital maintenance and data-driven decision-making practices.

3. Machine Shop Technical Excellence

- Cylinder Head Machining
- Engine Block Machining
- Crankshaft Machining
- Aluminium & Cast-Iron Component Machining
- Interpret engineering drawings, GD&T;, machine specifications, and process requirements.
- Support fixture maintenance, precision alignment, and process capability improvements.
- Analyze machine capability and quality trends through process data and machine diagnostics.
- Exposure to CNC controls, PLC systems, servo drives, sensors, actuators, and industrial automation architecture.

4. Predictive & Preventive Maintenance

- Develop and execute preventive maintenance plans to minimize unplanned downtime.
- Drive predictive maintenance initiatives using vibration analysis, thermography, oil analysis, and condition monitoring techniques.
- Establish maintenance standards, SOPs, check sheets, and best practices.
- Ensure periodic audits of maintenance systems and equipment health.

5. Safety, Environment & Compliance





- Drive zero-harm culture by ensuring adherence to plant safety standards.
- Ensure implementation of LOTO, Permit-to-Work systems, machine guarding, and safety interlocks.
- Conduct safety inspections, risk assessments, and hazard identification activities.
- Support compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and statutory regulations.
- Drive safety awareness programs and behavioural safety initiatives across teams.

6. Quality Systems & Process Compliance

- Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 quality requirements and shop-floor standards.
- Support implementation of PFMEA, Control Plans, PPAP, MSA, SPC, and Quality Management Systems.
- Participate in internal and external audits and ensure timely closure of audit observations.
- Drive defect prevention and process capability improvements through cross-functional collaboration.

7. Cost Optimization & Resource Management

- Manage maintenance budgets, consumables, utilities, and spare parts costs.
- Drive localization and indigenization of imported components wherever feasible.
- Improve resource utilization through innovative maintenance practices.
- Monitor energy consumption and identify opportunities for cost reduction.

8. Team Leadership & People Development

- Lead and develop technicians, operators, and contract manpower.
- Ensure availability of skilled manpower through competency mapping and training plans.
- Handle shop-floor manpower deployment and contractor performance management.
- Foster high-performance culture through coaching, mentoring, and capability building.
- Collaborate effectively with cross-functional teams to achieve SQPDCME objectives.

Desired Candidate Profile

Education

- B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Mechatronics, or equivalent.

Experience

- 8-15 years of experience in Mechanical Maintenance within Automotive Machine Shop operations.
- Minimum 4-5 years of hands-on experience in Powertrain, Engine, Transmission, or Precision Machining environments.
- CNC Machines
- VMC/HMC Machines
- SPMs
- Hydraulic & Pneumatic Systems
- Conveyors
- Utility Equipment
- Industrial Automation Systems

Preferred Industry Background

- Automotive OEM
- Engine Manufacturing
- Powertrain Manufacturing
- Precision Machining
- Tier-1 Automotive Suppliers

Preferred Technical Skills

- TPM
- Reliability Engineering
- Predictive Maintenance
- CNC Maintenance




- PLC Troubleshooting (Siemens/Allen Bradley/Mitsubishi)
- Servo Systems & Drives
- Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
- Condition Monitoring
- Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
- FMEA
- SPC
- IATF 16949
- OEE Improvement
- Lean Manufacturing
- Kaizen & QCC

Leadership Competencies

- Driving Execution
- Ownership & Accountability
- Problem Solving & Analytical Thinking
- Continuous Improvement Mindset
- Cross-Functional Collaboration
- Team Leadership & People Development
- Customer Centricity
- Risk Management
- Change Leadership

Tata Motors is an Equal Prospect 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 new 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 - Mechanical Maintenance - Machine Shop (Pune)
🏢 TataMotors
📍 Pune