• Purpose

  To lead, control, and continuously improve end-to-end manufacturing operations related to Harting Han connectors, hoods, housings, cable assemblies, wire harnesses, power cable assemblies, and injection molded components. Responsible for ensuring production target achievement, operational excellence, quality compliance, cost optimization, team development, capacity planning, and implementation of strategic manufacturing improvement initiatives.

• Educational Qualifications - Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Electrical & Electronics Engineering, or equivalent. 

    Diploma holders with significant relevant experience may also be considered.

• Work Experience -  8 to 12 years of experience in manufacturing and assembly operations.

Minimum 3 to 5 years of experience in leading production teams and managing multiple manufacturing processes.

Experience in cable assembly, wire harnessing, electromechanical assembly, connector manufacturing, precision machining, and injection molding operations.

Experience in productivity improvement, project implementation, capacity planning, and manufacturing excellence initiatives.

• Prefered Industrial Background - Connector Manufacturing Industry.

Automotive Components Manufacturing.

Railway Cable Assembly and Harness Manufacturing.

Data Center Power Cable Assembly Manufacturing.

Electrical and Electronics Assembly Industry.

Industrial Products Manufacturing.

• Technical Skills - Strong knowledge of drilling, tapping, VMC machining, laser marking, assembly, and injection molding processes.

Expertise in cable assembly, crimping, torque tightening, wire harnessing, testing, and validation activities.

Sound knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, TPM, OEE, OLE, Kaizen, SMED, and Productivity Improvement methodologies.

Understanding of ISO 9001, IATF 16949, Core Tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA, MSA, SPC, Control Plans), and EHS standards.

Proficiency in SAP/ERP systems, production reporting, and MS Office applications.

Tasks and Responsibilities:

• Production Planning & Execution

· Lead execution of daily, weekly, and monthly production plans to achieve customer delivery commitments.

· Monitor production schedules, capacity utilization, and throughput performance.

· Optimize manpower deployment and machine utilization across all manufacturing processes.

· Support capacity planning and resource allocation for future business requirements.

• Process Management

· Manage production activities related to Harting Han hoods, housings, connector assemblies, cable assemblies, wire harnesses, and injection molded products.

· Oversee machining, molding, laser marking, assembly, testing, and finishing operations.

· Ensure compliance with approved process parameters, SOPs, work instructions, and customer requirements.

· Drive operational excellence across all manufacturing areas.

• Productivity Improvement

· Lead productivity improvement projects and cost reduction initiatives.

·  Monitor OEE, OLE, line efficiency, downtime, rejection, and rework trends.

· Implement Lean Manufacturing, TPM, Kaizen, and automation initiatives.

· Drive cycle time reduction, waste elimination, and process optimization projects.

• Quality Management

· Ensure adherence to customer specifications, regulatory requirements, and quality management systems.

· Lead root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

· Support PFMEA reviews, Control Plan updates, and manufacturing quality improvements.

· Drive defect reduction and process capability enhancement initiatives.

• People Management

· Lead and mentor Production Engineers, Technicians, and Operators.

· Conduct performance reviews, competency assessments, and development planning.

· Build a high-performance culture through coaching, training, and employee engagement.

· Drive accountability and ownership across shop-floor teams.

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• Machine & Process Control

· Coordinate with Maintenance for preventive and predictive maintenance programs.

· Ensure process stability through monitoring of critical process parameters.

· Lead implementation of new machines, tooling, fixtures, and process improvements.

· Support industrialization and process validation activities.

• Safety & Compliance

· Drive implementation of EHS requirements and machine safety compliance.

· Ensure adherence to 5S, workplace discipline, and safe work practices.

· Lead preparation and participation in ISO/IATF, customer, and internal audits.

· Ensure effective closure of audit findings and compliance-related actions.

• Documentation & Reporting

· Review and approve production reports, KPIs, productivity records, and process documentation.

· Ensure maintenance of SOPs, Work Instructions, PFMEA, Control Plans, Process Flow Charts, and quality records.

· Prepare management reports and performance dashboards.

· Present operational performance and improvement plans during management reviews.

Professional Competencies

• Analytical skills - Strong ability to analyze production data, identify bottlenecks, and implement process improvements.
• Business and financial acumen- Understanding of manufacturing costs, productivity improvement, waste reduction, and profitability enhancement.
• Communication - Effective communication and coordination with Production, Quality, Planning, Maintenance, SCM, and Project teams.
• Cultural Fit - Demonstrates ownership, accountability, teamwork, discipline, and continuous improvement mindset.
• Experience- Proven experience in managing assembly, machining, cable assembly, wire harnessing, and injection molding operations.
• Leadership - Ability to lead shop-floor teams, drive performance, and develop employee capabilities.
• Professional suitability-  Strong problem-solving, decision-making, and customer-focused approach
• Logistics Expertise- Understanding of material flow, inventory management, traceability, and production planning requirements.
• Strategic thinking - Ability to drive operational excellence, capacity planning, automation initiatives, and long-term productivity improvements.
• Technical - Expertise in cable assembly, wire harnessing, drilling, tapping, VMC operations, laser marking, injection molding, process validation, and manufacturing quality systems.
• Encourage and empower - Creates a positive work environment through coaching, mentoring, employee engagement, and continuous skill development.