Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as ROLE.
About The Role
We are looking for an experienced Advanced Specialist / Executive - PED Tooling to join our Product Engineering Development (PED) team in Chennai, India. In this role, you will be responsible for developing recent manufacturing processes, tooling, and equipment while ensuring compliance with Autoliv standards, quality requirements, and project timelines.
You will work closely with cross-functional teams to drive process improvements, automation initiatives, problem-solving activities, and continuous improvement projects that enhance productivity, quality, and safety.
Key Responsibilities
Manufacturing & Process Development
• Develop new manufacturing processes, tooling, jigs, fixtures, and equipment for new product launches.
• Conduct manufacturing feasibility assessments and support RFQs by providing capital investment requirements.
• Design and optimize line layouts, material flow, ergonomics, and waste reduction initiatives using Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Ensure process validation and equipment qualification activities are completed according to global standards.
• Support process development and robust process controls to meet program timelines.
Continuous Improvement & Automation
• Identify and implement opportunities for automation and manufacturing process improvements.
• Drive initiatives to improve yield, capacity, capability, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Lead structured problem-solving activities and root cause analysis.
• Support retrofit and enhancement of Special Purpose Machines (SPMs).
Technical Troubleshooting & Quality
• Diagnose manufacturing issues and implement corrective actions to eliminate root causes.
• Utilize problem-solving method