Deputy manager- STA-Trims-cv cdmm

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

Ensuring supplier-produced parts meet quality, cost, delivery, and launch readiness requirements throughout the product lifecycle—from development to SOP and mass production.

•    Ensure on time completion TSO (Technical Signoff) , Design reviews, Tooling readiness and validation, Trial builds, pilot runs, and run at rate
•    Evaluate supplier manufacturing processes for capability, robustness, and compliance
•    Assess process capability (Cp/Cpk, Ppk) for critical and special characteristics
•    Drive process improvements and error proofing (Poka Yoke)
•    Ensure PPAP submission accuracy, completeness, and approval
•    Coordinate sample builds, validation, and engineering sign-off
•    Monitor and improve supplier KPIs - Quality (PPM, FTQ), Delivery, Responsiveness
•    Identify chronic issues and lead structured improvement plans
•    Problem Solving & Risk Mitigation - 8D / 5 Why / Ishikawa problem solving, rive root cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions
•    Manage supplier engineering or process changes via - Change requests (PCR / ECR / ECN/IMCR)
•    Cross Functional Coordination with internal CFT
•    Support cost reduction, localization, and VA/VE initiatives

Experience

6-10 Years

Industry Preferred

Automotive Industry

Qualifications

B.Tech / BE (Mechanical / Industrial / Automotive / Production)

General Requirements

•    Cross Functional Coordination with internal CFT
•    Support cost reduction, localization, and VA/VE initiatives
•    Understanding of manufacturing processes (injection molding, stamping, casting, extrusion, assembly, surface treatment, etc.)
•    Knowledge of tooling, fixtures, gauges, and automation basics
•    Ability to evaluate process robustness and capacity. Conducting and interpreting: Supplier process audits, Layered Process Audits (LPA), Readiness and risk audits
•    Strong working knowledge of Quality Systems & Standards, IATF 16949, ISO 9001, OEM specific customer requirements (CSR)
•    Hands on experience with APQP phases, in depth knowledge of PPAP elements
•    Ability to assess Run at Rate, pilot builds, and SOP readiness, knowledge of digital tools, Proficiency in MS Excel (data analysis, KPIs) PowerPoint (executive reviews)
•    High ownership and accountability 
•    Strong attention to detail 
•    Ability to work under launch pressure 
•    Fact based, data driven decision making 
•    Continuous improvement mindset

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
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