Manufacturing Manager

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
• Strong exposure to Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and Kaizen
• Experience with SAP/ERP systems
• Prior experience in a multinational environment preferred