Job Purpose

LLIPL is wholly owned subsidiary of Lawson Fuses in UK and is seeking an experienced Assistant Operations Manager - Automation & Manufacturing who will act as the second-in-command for plant operations, combining strong operational leadership with deep, hands-on automation capability. The role is accountable for driving manufacturing performance through automation, process standardization, and disciplined execution, while supporting the Ops manager in ensuring safety, quality, cost, delivery and people development objectives are consistently met.

LLIPL is becoming the primary global manufacturing hub for Lawson Fuses Limited, with increasing reliance on automated and semi-automated manufacturing systems to improve productivity, cost competitiveness and quality. As the plant scales and matures, this role will play a pivotal part in stabilizing operations, leading automation deployment and embedding a high-performance manufacturing culture. - Job Context

Incorporated in 1938, Lawson Fuses Limited (LFL), is an established British and global brand that operates in the fusegear market with a focus on design, development and manufacture of low voltage High Rupture Capacity (HRC) fuse-links and associated fuse holders. LFL’s products are ASTA certified and comply with IEC/BS/ENA standards and accepted throughout the world. With manufacturing facilities based in UK and India (LLIPL), LFL’s global clientele is spread across several countries including (not limited to) UK, Middle East, Africa, India, Malaysia, Australia, South Korea and Hong Kong. With ISO 17025 ASTA certified R&D; lab and ASTA certified manufacturing plants, LFL is keen on safety, quality and speed of product delivery.

From 2018, LFL is part of Lucy Group which is a diversified international group head quartered in Oxford,



UK and operates in multiple sectors including Power Distribution, Smart Lighting, Fusegear and Real Estate. Lawson Fuses, under the banner of Lucy Group, is focusing on accelerated growth of its product line and subsequently the share of the market. - Job Dimensions

This role will report to the Operations Manager of the business and focus on following job dimensions

- Automation Leadership & Manufacturing Digitisation (Primary Responsibility)
- Operations Leadership and Execution (Core Strength)
- Production Performance and KPI Ownership
- Continuous Improvement and Lean Manufacturing
- Quality, Safety and Compliance
- People Capability and Leadership Development

First 6-8 months no direct reports as focus will be more into automation management and after the initial period the structure will be evaluated for direct reports based on needs of the business. However, role will have all importance and authority levels for being the deputy to the current Ops Manager. - Key Accountabilities

- Automation Leadership & Manufacturing Digitisation (Primary Responsibility )**

- Own and lead the automation and digitisation roadmap for the Vadodara manufacturing plant in line with business growth, cost, and productivity objectives.

- Identify, evaluate, and implement automation and semi automation opportunities across manufacturing, assembly, testing, and material handling.

- Lead automation initiatives end to end, including:

- i.



Concept development and feasibility assessment

- ii. Business case and ROI justification

- iii. Vendor / OEM engagement and technical reviews

- iv. Installation, commissioning, and ramp up

- v. Stabilisation and handover to operations

- Ensure automation solutions deliver measurable improvements in:

- i. Throughput and cycle time

- ii. Labour productivity

- iii. Quality consistency and error reduction

- Operational cost reduction

- Act as the technical authority on the shop floor for automation systems, capable of guiding technicians, challenging suppliers, and troubleshooting issues.

- Drive manufacturing digitisation initiatives such as data capture, performance visibility, and automation enabled KPI tracking where applicable.

- Ensure all automation systems meet safety, quality, reliability, and maintainability standards.

- Operations Leadership & Execution (Core Strength)

- Act as Deputy to the Operations Manager, providing solid day to day leadership across manufacturing operations.

- Take ownership of execution of production plans, ensuring targets for safety, quality, cost, delivery, and productivity are consistently achieved.

- Support and at times lead:

- i. Daily production reviews

- ii. Cross functional problem solving

- iii. Operational prioritisation and escalation

- Ensure strong shop floor discipline, adherence to SOPs, standard work, and production controls.

- Step in as plant operations lead during absences of the Operations Manager.

1. Production Performance & KPI Ownership
- Own and drive operational KPIs including:

- i. OEE
- ii. Throughput and labour efficiency
- iii. Downtime, scrap, and rework
- iv. On‑time delivery
- Use data, ERP systems, and p

📌 Assistant Operations Manager - Automation & Manufacturing (Halol)
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