Planning and strategy implementation

Provide strategic input to the head of department for mid- and long-term strategies, contributing to the organizational goals with foresight in production and capacity planning
Lead and maintain total ownership for integrated project management (from process ordering to invoicing), including project planning and material planning within target delivery time and by managing the project management and planning team, to meet organizational KPIs
Plan and schedule projects, manage resources, delegate tasks to project managers and establish lead measures, ensuring alignment with organizational KPIs and timely project execution
Conduct planning and scheduling including forecasting demand versus production capacities, ensuring effective utilization of resources to meet project timelines and organizational targets
Oversee inventory management, including the development and control of stock levels, advanced ordering, replenishment, and balancing of component and finished goods stock to ensure smooth production flow

Project Management

Align, deploy and lead the team to achieve project and organizational KPIs, ensuring projects are executed within timelines, resources are allocated efficiently, and the team stays focused on targets
Conduct periodic reviews with teams and stakeholders, perform structured risk assessments, develop mitigation strategies and monitor risks to minimize disruptions and ensure project execution as per the defined timeline (OOH delivery)
Lead daily production planning meetings to identify issues, resolve problems, and ensure seamless project execution with clear focus on production goals and on time delivery
Define and implement processes and ensure timely communication of product delivery status to customers, managing expectations to ensure alignment and satisfaction of all stakeholders throughout the project life cycle
Facilitate effective communication, collaboration and cooperation with all stakeholders to ensure timely project execution, manage expectations and maintain alignment across all teams involved in the process

Engineering HPU and Manifold operations & Industrial Cylinder System

Plan and align departmental engineering goals with broader business objectives, ensuring that engineering contributions are aligned with long term strategic vision of the organization
Implement engineering process standardization at both the part and the product levels, aiming to reduce lead times, lower costs, and drive operational efficiency
Drive continuous improvement initiatives through the identification and implementation of improvement areas, fostering a culture focused on enhancing quality, productivity, and cost savings
Establish systematic review processes to ensure the delivery of error free designs, minimizing defects and reworks while meeting customer expectations for quality
Identify and address areas of improvement in product designs based on internal and external complaints, developing preventive measures or improved designs that enhance both operational and product performance

Operational excellence and quality management

Ensure achievement of key performance indicators for quality delivery and cost (Q, D,C), developing processes that strike a balance between high performance, cost efficiency and timely delivery
Define and delegate departmental targets to individual team members, ensuring that their efforts align with the organizations overall goals and contribute to the success of engineering projects
Promote quality assurance practices by regularly reviewing engineering designs and deliverables to guarantee that products meet customer specifications and industry standards without errors
Implement cost reduction and lead time optimization strategies, focusing on standardizing processes and driving operational excellence to maintain competitive market position
Drive the adoption of continuous improvement programs to consistently enhance engineering productivity, improve quality, and reduce costs within operational workflows

Customer and stakeholder engagement

Facilitate effective collaboration with cross functional teams and external customers ensuring alignment between engineering outputs and project goals to meet customer expectations
Manage key stakeholders and customer relationships throughout project life cycles, ensuring clear communication, alignment on expectations and timely delivery of engineering solutions
Conduct regular reviews of customer feedback and complaints, using these insights to refine engineering processes and improve customer satisfaction through enhanced product performance
Ensure milestone achievement in customer satisfaction by managing stakeholder expectations, driving timely project delivery and maintaining open lines of communication with all involved parties
Promote a customer centric mindset within the engineering team by aligning project outputs with customer needs and consistently striving to deliver high quality value driven solutions

Production planning and Procurement

Oversee the production of ETO (engineer-to-order) products by process planning and securing KPIs within defined timelines to meet customer expectations, ensuring product readiness and timely delivery
Ensure achievement of quality KPIs for HPU (hydraulic power units) and manifold products preventing major customer claims by maintaining superior product quality throughout the production process
Align departmental goals with the long-term organizational manufacturing vision, ensuring strategic direction translates into operational success
Define, steer and deploy departmental targets to individual team members, ensuring alignment with broader organizational goals and KPIs for a cohesive approach to production management
Ensure Quality Assurance Plan from suppliers.
To track Vendor delivery performance and Ensure and co-ordinate priorities from suppliers
Ensure product readiness as per defined routing times for ETO (HPU and manifold products), eliminating delays from assembly and testing processes to meet delivery schedules

Productivity and operational performance

Ensure the achievement of work efficiency targets for assembly and testing, driving operational excellence and maximizing throughput across the production line
Capture near miss incidents and regularly report them to ensure safety measures are continuously reviewed and reinforced, improving the overall working environment and safety compliance
Identify areas for productivity improvements and drive Initiatives through CIP to ensure continuous progress in production efficiency, work quality, and cost effectiveness
Ensure all productivity targets related to assembly, testing, and routing times are achieved, aligning operational outputs with customer and organizational requirements

Continuous improvement initiatives

Drive simplicity and agility in project management processes to streamline operations, reduce complexities, and ensure faster decision making while maintaining responsiveness to business needs
Promote continuous improvement in project management and planning, working towards operational excellence by identifying process inefficiencies and implementing improvements to enhance workflow
Conduct structured reviews and improvements in processes, facilitating collaboration between cross functional teams resolving conflicts, and ensuring seamless workflow for both project execution and production
Foster continuous improvement culture by working on skill matrices and deploying skill enhancement initiatives to promote operational excellence and meet evolving customer expectations
Lead structured risk assessments and develop mitigation strategies, continuously monitoring project risks and identifying opportunities for process improvements to minimize disruptions

Leadership and administrative management

Oversee departmental administration, ensuring efficient daily operations, resource allocation and compliance with both organizational policies and industry regulations
Implement robust review mechanisms for both internal and external projects to maintain high standards of execution and delivery, ensuring that all engineering activities are aligned with business priorities
Foster a culture of continuous learning and improvements by regularly assessing departmental performance, driving operational improvements and aligning team efforts with organizational KPIs
Lead by example, encouraging accountability and transparency in decision making processes, fostering A-Team environment innovation and engineering excellence are prioritized

Team management and development

Lead and manage the engineering team by planning and securing team related KPI's within set timelines to meet both organizational goals and customer satisfaction targets effectively
Recruit, develop, and retain talent by implementing skill matrix analysis and leading upskilling and reskilling programs, ensuring team adaptability and continuous improvement
Foster diverse and inclusive environment by promoting diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) to create a team that thrives on collaboration and diverse perspectives
Encourage positive leadership by promoting a culture of mutual respect, open communication, and continuous feedback, driving engagement and personal development within the team
Promote a culture of simplicity and agility within the teams to enhance decision making speed, optimize processes, and allow for flexible responses to evolving project requirements

Qualifications

Essential Qualification : Degree in B.E. with specialization in mechanical or production

18 to 20 years of relevant work experience in manufacturing, procurement, project management and design engineering of Hydraulics system

Deputy General Manager / General Manager - ETO Production