Engineer - Vehicle Assembly
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles · Oragadam, Tamil Nadu, India
Daimler India Commercial Vehicles · Oragadam, Tamil Nadu, India
**About the Role** We are looking for a hands-on and driven Engineer to manage HDT / MDT chassis assembly and End of Line operations at our Oragadam plant. The role is responsible for achieving production targets, ensuring first-time-right quality, managing manpower, and driving continuous improvement on the chassis and EOL shop floor. **Key Responsibilities** Production & Quality - Oversee HDT and MDT chassis production and EOL operations end to end - Achieve daily and monthly production targets on chassis assembly and EOL line - Ensure vehicles meet highest standards of quality and efficiency - Responsible for vehicle roll out with targeted FTT (First Time Through) - Upkeep Quality Management Systems IATF, OHSAS, EMS - Ensure 5S standards and discipline on shop floor at all times Manpower & Shop Floor Management - Plan and manage manpower for chassis and EOL operations - Train and guide blue collar associates on the shop floor - Optimize utilization of men and equipment for maximum efficiency - Maintain production tools and equipment as per schedule Productivity & Continuous Improvement - Implement innovative techniques to improve productivity - Identify and eliminate bottlenecks on chassis and EOL line - Drive continuous improvement and Kaizen initiatives EOL Specific - Ensure vehicle clearance within targeted throughput time - Monitor electrical faults and quality issues at EOL - Ensure smooth vehicle handover with minimal dwell time Scheduling & Systems - Apply knowledge of scheduling and sequencing for chassis and EOL operations - Work with Manufacturing Execution Systems SAP or MES - Monitor plan vs actual and take corrective actions - Prepare daily production reports and escalate issues to management **Knowledge & Skills Required** - Hands-on experience in HDT / MDT chassis assembly and EOL operations - Knowledge of chassis components, sub-assembly process, and equipment - Troubleshooting experience in chassis and EOL process - Familiarity with IATF, OHSAS, 5S, and Lean Manufacturing - Knowledge of scheduling and sequencing for assembly operations - Exposure to SAP or MES systems on shop floor - Strong problem-solving ability on shop floor **Other Abilities** - Good communication skills in English and Tamil - Flexible and open to new ideas and technologies - Ability to work under pressure and meet daily targets - Team player with leadership potential