Production Assembly lead Brakes Division

Job description

***Role Purpose-*** To lead and manage the ABS (Anti-lock Braking System) assembly line operations, ensuring production targets, quality standards, and safety compliance are consistently met while driving continuous improvement initiatives. ***Key Responsibilities-*** - **Production Oversight** - Supervise day-to-day ABS assembly operations. - Ensure adherence to production schedules and customer requirements. - Monitor KPIs such as OEE, rejection rates, and throughput. - **Team Leadership** - Lead and motivate assembly line operators and technicians. - Allocate manpower effectively and manage shift planning. - Provide training and maintain skill matrices for team members. - **Quality & Compliance** - Conduct regular quality checks and ensure compliance with ISO 14001, ISO 45001, and customer-specific standards (e.g., Ford Q1). - Implement corrective and preventive actions to address deviations. - **Process & Continuous Improvement** - Drive TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) and Lean Manufacturing initiatives. - Identify opportunities for process optimization, cost reduction, and productivity improvement. - Encourage Kaizen and employee suggestions for efficiency gains. - **Technical Expertise** - Oversee assembly fixtures, tooling, and equipment setup. - Ensure smooth line start-up, changeovers, and troubleshooting. - Collaborate with maintenance teams for preventive and predictive maintenance. - **Coordination & Reporting** - Work closely with PPC (Production Planning & Control) for daily/weekly plans. - Prepare reports on production performance, quality metrics, and manpower utilization. - Liaise with cross-functional teams (Quality, Maintenance, Supply Chain). - **Skills Required:** - Strong knowledge of SAP and MS Office. - Hands-on experience with assembly processes, fixtures, and TPM. - Excellent supervisory and communication skills (Hindi & English). - Familiarity with safety, 5S, and Lean practices. ***Desired Attributes*** - Proactive, reliable, and detail-oriented. - Strong problem-solving and decision-making ability. - Ability to manage escalations and deliver under pressure. - Collaborative mindset with focus on team development.