Engineering Manager Manufacturing (Assembly Operations)
About the Role:

A leading global engineering and manufacturing organization is seeking a Engineering Team Manager to drive operational excellence in its assembly operations. This role will focus on enhancing productivity, quality, and sustainability while leading high-performing teams and implementing world-class manufacturing practices.

Key Responsibilities:

Shop Floor & Operations Management
Lead end-to-end manufacturing processes to achieve operational and cost efficiency
Coordinate with Production, Quality, Methods, and SCM teams for timely delivery
Ensure optimal maintenance and utilization of production equipment
Operational Excellence & Continuous Improvement
Drive Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and waste elimination initiatives
Improve productivity, quality, and safety standards
Implement structured problem-solving tools (A3, FMEA, DOE, PPSR)
Team Leadership & Development
Build and develop high-performing teams through training and skill enhancement
Drive employee engagement, safety culture, and continuous improvement mindset
Collaborate with HR for competency development and workforce flexibility
Quality, Safety & Compliance
Ensure adherence to IMS, safety, and quality standards
Drive initiatives for scrap reduction, WIP optimization,



and rejection control
Support internal and external audits
Digitalization & Innovation
Lead Industry 4.0, automation, and digital transformation initiatives
Improve efficiency through systems such as ERP and digital manufacturing tools
Sustainability & Customer Focus
Drive sustainability initiatives to reduce carbon footprint
Enhance customer satisfaction through quality improvements and NPS focus
Support New Product Development (NPD) for zero-defect launches
Key Goals (3–5 Years):

- 20% reduction in process waste and line losses
- Significant improvement in productivity, OTIF, and lead time
- Reduction in customer complaints and quality rejections
- Implementation of digital and Industry 4.0 initiatives
- 30% reduction in environmental footprint

Qualifications & Experience:

- Bachelor's degree in Mechanical / Electrical / Production / Industrial Engineering
- Postgraduate qualification (MBA/Engineering) preferred
- 10–12 years of experience in manufacturing/assembly operations
- 3–5 years in a leadership role
- Robust exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and Kaizen
- Experience with SAP/ERP systems
- Prior experience in a multinational environment preferred

📌 Production Manager (Manufacturing/Production/Assembly) (Pune)
🏢 Head Hunter India
📍 Pune