Manager - Tractor Assembly

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

As Manager - Tractor Assembly at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, you will spearhead a large team comprising over 100 officers and support staff, driving operational excellence within the Tractor Assembly & Testing Department. Your primary focus will be on establishing and continuously improving efficient manufacturing systems and leveraging advanced technologies to maintain and enhance competitive advantages in the agricultural machinery industry.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead the tractor assembly team, ensuring clear communication, motivation, and effective resource allocation to meet production targets and quality standards.
• Implement and oversee lean manufacturing principles such as TPM, KAIZEN, and Poke-Yoke to foster a culture of continuous improvement and waste reduction.
• Drive initiatives aimed at reducing operational costs without compromising quality or safety, utilizing data-driven analysis and cross-functional collaboration.
• Coordinate and manage internal and statutory audits to ensure compliance with quality, safety, and regulatory standards.
• Develop and monitor key performance indicators (KPIs) to measure and enhance plant productivity, identifying bottlenecks and enabling prompt corrective actions.
• Oversee quality assurance processes, ensuring that quality objectives are achieved consistently, and implement action plans for resolution of customer complaints with timely follow-ups and comprehensive reporting.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to deploy industry best practices and innovative process technologies, facilitating new product integrations and optimizing existing production workflows.
• Champion a safety-first culture, ensuring that all manufacturing activities comply with Occupational Health and Safety standards, and promote employee wellbeing.
• Manage vendor and supplier relationships as they pertain to assembly components and processes, advocating for quality and cost-effectiveness.
• Drive employee development and training programs focused on skill enhancement, safety awareness, and operational efficiency.

This role demands a proactive leader with hands-on experience in manufacturing operations, a passion for innovation, and a commitment to quality and sustainability in agricultural machinery production.

Preferred Industries

Education Qualification

The ideal candidate will possess a strong academic background in engineering, complemented by practical expertise suited to manufacturing leadership roles. Essential educational qualifications include:

• Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering or a closely related engineering discipline from an accredited institution, providing a solid foundation in mechanical systems design, manufacturing processes, and materials science.
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is also considered for candidates with extensive practical experience and demonstrated leadership capabilities in manufacturing environments.

Additional certifications or training in Lean Manufacturing, Quality Management Systems (e.g., ISO 9001, TS 16949), and Occupational Health and Safety standards are highly desirable and contribute significantly to success in this role.

Commitment to continuous professional development through workshops, seminars, and relevant industry courses is encouraged to keep abreast of evolving technologies and manufacturing best practices.

General Experience

To excel as Manager - Tractor Assembly, candidates must bring significant general experience demonstrating progressive responsibility within manufacturing and industrial operations. Key experience highlights include:

• A minimum of 12 years of comprehensive experience in manufacturing or industrial operations, preferably in automotive, tractor, or heavy machinery sectors.
• Proven track record of leading large teams and complex projects in high-volume production environments.
• Hands-on experience in establishing and optimizing manufacturing processes, with strong capabilities in implementing Lean Production Systems to drive efficiency and quality improvements.
• Demonstrated ability to manage quality assurance procedures and handle customer escalations effectively.
• Experience conducting and managing compliance audits, including statutory and internal quality standards, ensuring adherence throughout production cycles.
• Comfortable working cross-functionally with departments such as engineering, procurement, quality, and safety to meet organizational goals.

This extensive experience equips candidates to thrive in a dynamic environment, balancing operational demands with strategic initiatives for growth and excellence.

Critical Experience

Critical experience required for this role emphasizes deep knowledge and specialized skills aligned with Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd's operational and leadership standards within the tractor manufacturing domain. This includes:

• Expertise in managing large-scale assembly operations, specifically in the tractor or heavy vehicle manufacturing industries, with a demonstrated ability to scale production while maintaining stringent quality benchmarks.
• Proficiency in deploying continuous improvement methodologies such as Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (FMEA), and Kaizen to systematically enhance process reliability and reduce downtime.
• Strong familiarity with quality management frameworks including ISO 9000 series, ISO TS 16949 certification standards, and relevant occupational health and safety regulations such as OHSAS 18001.
• Experience in leading transformational change initiatives focused on innovation, sustainability, and customer satisfaction within manufacturing contexts.
• Leadership competencies aligned with strategic business orientation—anticipating market trends, leveraging global opportunities, and instilling a sustainability mindset across teams.
• Proven ability to manage multi-disciplinary teams, fostering an inclusive environment that appreciates diversity, encourages entrepreneurial engagement, and motivates employees through shared passion and energy.

Demonstrated skills in effective project management, accountability for results, and agility under disciplined execution are critical to achieving operational excellence and advancing the Farm Division’s market position.

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