Junior Executive

Job Title: Line Manager – Assembly (Electric 2-Wheelers)Location: Trichy, Tamil NaduDepartment: Production / OperationsReporting To: Plant HeadEmployment Type: Full-Time, On-SiteRole OverviewThe Line Manager will be responsible for planning, executing, and continuously improving the assembly operations for electric 2-wheelers. The role ensures efficient production output, high-quality standards, cost control, manpower management, safety compliance, and coordination with Quality, Stores, R&D, and Maintenance teams.Key Responsibilities1. Production & Line Management- Plan and execute daily and weekly production targets for the assembly line.- Ensure smooth assembly workflow, takt time adherence, and workstation balance.- Monitor daily OEE (Overall Equipment Efficiency), throughput, and defect rates.- Optimize line layout, manpower allocation, and tooling usage.2. Quality & Compliance- Ensure assembly processes strictly follow SOPs, work instructions, and torque settings.- Drive First Time Right (FTR) builds and reduce rework and rejection rates.- Work with QC and QA teams to analyze failure modes and implement corrective/preventive actions.- Ensure adherence to ISO/IATF/TS standards where applicable.3. People & Team Leadership- Lead, mentor, and discipline 30–120 line operators / technicians (depending on line scale).- Conduct daily line huddles (Safety → Quality → Delivery → Cost → Morale).- Train operators for new models, checkpoints, safety practices, and process improvements.- Evaluate operator skill matrices and plan cross-training to avoid line stoppages.4. Material, Inventory & Coordination- Coordinate with Stores & Logistics for timely material availability.- Ensure FIFO, correct part issuance, and traceability (battery, motor, controller, wiring harness).- Escalate material shortages and capacity bottlenecks early.5. Maintenance & Safety- Work with Maintenance to ensure zero unscheduled downtime.- Ensure all power tools, torque tools, jigs, fixtures, and conveyors are calibrated and safe.- Enforce PPE use and safe handling of batteries and electrical assemblies.6. Process Improvement & Reporting- Implement lean practices: 5S, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, TPM, and productivity enhancement.- Track and report daily production dashboards, losses, and improvement actions.- Support new product introduction (NPI) trials and build feedback loops to design/R&D teams.Qualifications & CompetenciesEducation- Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical, Electrical, Automobile, Mechatronics, or Production Engineering.Experience- 4–12 years total experience in manufacturing assembly (preferred: EV, Automotive, E-Bikes, 2-Wheelers, Consumer Durables).- Must have hands-on experience running an assembly line or sub-assembly zone.Technical Skills- Knowledge of electric drivetrains: BLDC/Hub Motors, Controllers, BMS, Battery Packs, CAN communication (plus point).- Understanding of torque tools, wiring harness routing, and dynamic testing.- Strong grasp of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke methods.Soft Skills- Leadership maturity and team-handling capability.- Strong problem-solving, documentation, and communication skills.- Ability to perform under pressure and meet production timelines.Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)- Production Output vs Plan- First Pass Yield (FPY) / Defect per Unit (DPU)- Operator Productivity & Cost per Unit- Downtime Reduction & Bottleneck Elimination- 5S / Safety Audit Scores