Assistant / Deputy Manager – Methods | Pune
Location: PuneFunction: Manufacturing / Operations ExcellenceExperience: Senior Level
About the Company
Our client is a leading global engineering and industrial technology organization (European MNC) with a strong presence across India and international markets. The company provides advanced solutions for industrial air treatment, compressors, dryers and related engineered systems, serving diverse industrial and manufacturing applications.
The organisation is known for its focus on engineering excellence, technological innovation, quality, safety and continuous improvement, and offers an opportunity to work with a technically strong, globally connected engineering team.
About the Role
We are looking for an experienced Operations Excellence / Methods Engineering professional to drive continuous improvement across product lines at the Talegaon manufacturing facility.
The role focuses on Lean Manufacturing, process improvement, automation, digitalization, Industry 4.0 and manufacturing excellence, with ownership of sustainable production and internal logistics processes.
The position will work closely with Manufacturing, Production Teams, Logistics and cross-functional stakeholders to improve Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
Key Responsibilities
Drive continuous improvement across end-to-end factory operations with a focus on Safety, Quality, Delivery and Cost.
Work with Manufacturing, Production Teams, Logistics and cross-functional teams to identify process improvement and efficiency opportunities.
Develop efficient, agile, transparent and process-driven manufacturing processes.
Lead initiatives in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, automation, digitalization and Industry 4.0.
Define future-state production and internal logistics processes to improve productivity, throughput, lead time and efficiency.
Identify opportunities to reduce lead time, improve on-time delivery, optimize costs and reduce administrative workload.
Coach and develop Methods Engineers within Production Teams.
Optimize manpower, equipment and facility utilization through improved tools, methods, processes, plant layouts and material handling systems.
Develop and implement modular material handling solutions with the logistics team.
Drive 5S initiatives and contribute to a strong workplace safety culture.
Develop employee training programs through Gurukul for onboarding and capability development.
Participate in all relevant phases of SAP implementation from a Methods Engineering perspective.
Align Manufacturing, Production Teams, Logistics and other functions to establish seamless end-to-end processes.
Identify and implement emerging manufacturing, automation and process development technologies.
Leverage Industry 4.0 tools to improve agility, efficiency and process visibility.
Support future-ready production and internal logistics systems.
Play a key role in Operations Excellence initiatives for the new factory.
Establish sustainable processes and improvement systems for long-term manufacturing performance.
Stay updated on developments in manufacturing technology, automation, digital manufacturing and process engineering.
MUST-HAVE REQUIREMENTS
Bachelor’s Degree in Engineering. Postgraduate qualification in Technology or Management will have added advantage.
10+ years of hands-on experience in Methods, Process Engineering or Production Engineering.
Strong practical experience in Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen and continuous improvement methodologies.
Experience applying structured problem-solving and process improvement tools.
Practical exposure to Industry 4.0, automation and digital manufacturing technologies.
Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, production systems, process optimization and operational efficiency.
Experience in plant layout, material flow, material handling, manpower optimization, equipment utilization and facility improvement.
Experience with Statistical Process Control (SPC) and process improvement techniques.
Strong knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 requirements.
Experience leading or supporting cross-functional improvement projects involving Manufacturing, Logistics and Engineering teams.
Ability to coach, mentor and technically guide Methods / Process Engineers.
Strong analytical, organizational and problem-solving skills with the ability to identify root causes and implement sustainable solutions.
Strong stakeholder-management and collaboration skills.
Strong understanding of automation, digitalization and future manufacturing processes.
Good written and spoken English communication skills.
Strong execution orientation with ownership of improvement initiatives from concept through implementation.
Preferred / Added Advantage
Experience implementing Operations Excellence initiatives in a new / greenfield manufacturing facility.
Experience in employee capability development, technical training and structured onboarding programs.
Experience working with global manufacturing or engineering teams.
Exposure to large-scale Lean transformation or manufacturing excellence programs.
Candidate Screening Questions
Please send your latest CV along with answers to below queries to
[email protected]
Do you have 10+ years of hands-on experience in Methods, Process or Production Engineering? Please specify your total experience and areas of expertise:
What Lean Manufacturing / Continuous Improvement methodologies and tools have you practically implemented? Please specify:
What is your practical experience with Industry 4.0, automation and digital manufacturing technologies?
Do you have experience in optimizing plant layouts, material flow, material handling and manpower utilization? Please elaborate:
Have you worked on SAP implementation projects from a Methods / Manufacturing / Process Engineering perspective? Please specify your involvement:
Do you have practical knowledge of ISO 9001, ISO 14001 and OHSAS 18001 requirements?
Do you have experience mentoring, coaching or developing Methods / Process Engineers?
Have you worked on modular material handling solutions or internal logistics process improvement? Please specify:
Do you have experience implementing manufacturing excellence initiatives in a new / greenfield factory?
What is your Current CTC?
What is your justifiable Expected CTC?
What is your Notice Period in current Organisation or joining date (if selected)?
What is your current location and would you be comfortable with Pune (Talegaon) work location?