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