Deputy Manager - M&HCV BIW Production
Responsibilities & Key Deliverables
Process Planning & Development
Develop and implement BIW manufacturing processes for new model launches and existing products.
Define process flow, line balancing, cycle time, manpower requirements, and workstation layouts.
Prepare process sheets, SOPs, control plans, PFMEA, and work instructions.
Establish welding sequences and joining technologies including spot welding, MIG welding, laser welding, and hemming.
Production Support
Monitor production performance and resolve process-related issues.
Achieve production KPIs related to Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Morale (SQCDM).
Drive productivity improvement and line efficiency enhancement projects.
Support production teams in troubleshooting equipment and process issues.
Quality Management
Ensure compliance with dimensional and weld quality standards.
Analyze quality defects and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
Conduct root cause analysis using 5 Why, Fishbone, 8D, and Problem-Solving methodologies.
Coordinate with Quality and Design teams for process improvements.
Equipment & Automation
Work with robotic welding cells, fixtures, jigs, conveyors, and automation systems.
Participate in equipment commissioning, trials, buy-off, and production readiness activities.
Ensure optimal utilization and maintenance of tooling and fixtures.
Continuous Improvement
Lead Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, TPM, and cost-reduction initiatives.
Implement cycle time reduction and OEE improvement projects.
Drive automation and Industry 4.0 initiatives within BIW operations.
New Product Development (NPD)
Support simultaneous engineering activities from design to production.
Conduct feasibility studies and manufacturability reviews.
Participate in APQP, PPAP, Run@Rate, and production validation activities.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with EHS standards and statutory requirements.
Conduct risk assessments and implement safety improvements.
Promote safe working practices across BIW operations.
Technical Skills
BIW welding technologies (Spot, MIG, Projection, Laser Welding)
Robotic welding systems (ABB, FANUC, KUKA, Yaskawa)
Process Planning and Line Balancing
PFMEA, Control Plan, APQP, PPAP
AutoCAD, CATIA, Process Simulate, Delmia, RobCAD
GD&T and Dimensional Management
Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Six Sigma
Cycle Time Study and Capacity Planning
Experience
3-10+ years of experience
Industry Preferred
Automobile
Qualifications
Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Automobile, Production, or Industrial Engineering.
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