Asst. Mgr - STA (Forging & Machining)

Key Responsibilities

1. Component Development

• Lead end-to-end development of gears & shafts for 2W applications (engine and transmission systems).
• Work on new product development (NPD), localization, and design change activities.
• Ensure technical specifications, drawings, and manufacturing requirements to be met.

3. Supplier Development

• Identify, evaluate, and develop suppliers for gear and shaft manufacturing.
• Drive APQP, PPAP approvals with suppliers.
• Ensure supplier readiness for mass production.

4. Manufacturing Process Management

• Monitor and optimize key processes:
• Forging / Bar machining
• Gear hobbing, shaping, shaving/grinding
• Heat treatment (carburizing, hardening, tempering, nitriding)
• Surface finishing
• Ensure adherence to process capability (Cp, Cpk).

5. Quality & Validation

• Plan and execute validation activities:
• Metallurgical checks
• Dimensional inspection
• Analyse field failures and implement corrective actions.
• Implement 8D, root cause analysis, and continuous improvements.

6. Cost Optimization

• Drive cost reduction initiatives through:
• VA/VE activities
• Process improvements
• Material optimization
• Support localization and alternate sourcing strategies.

7. Project Management

• Track project timelines, milestones, and deliverables.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams (Design, Quality, Purchase, Production).
• Ensure timely SOP (Start of Production).

8. Documentation & Compliance

• Maintain technical documentation:
• Drawings
• Specifications
• PPAP documents