New Product Development

JOB DESCRIPTION:

1. Being the Senior position in the company, the candidate must be capable of identifying and bringing new business opportunities and converting into successful products. Responsible for reporting to CEO on key issues of New Product development.
2. Researches and monitors existing client base and industry developments and identifies potential new product opportunities.
3. Work in close co-ordination with customers, understanding the requirements and identifying / suggesting appropriate improvements.
4. Works with New Product Development and Design departments to establish a design, technology, product development and vendor strategy. Manages project budgets and prepares financial analysis reports for top management.
5. Knowledge in New Product Development using Customer input and developing products through Reverse Engineering concepts, product life cycle testing, design & development activities.
6. Knowledge in preparation of product costing.
7. Ensuring prototypes are developed on schedule and within budgets.
8. Supporting pilot lot production of new products.
9. APQP Document Preparation, submission & Approval.
10. PPAP document preparation (supporting role with NPD) / Coordinating with customers for New Products submission with PPAP documents.
11. Responsible for organizing CFT meetings at every stage of the project and keep records of the same. Ensures that project/department milestones/goals are met and adhering to approved budgets.
12. Responsible for procurement of material for product development as per the defined process.
13. Responsible for vendor development for all the child parts as per BOM list.
14. Responsible for Creating and updating database of design records for future reference purposes.
15. Responsible for implementing the QMS in his function as per IATF 16949: 2016 QMS
16. Ensuring discipline is maintained and culture of performance is inculcated in the team.
17. Establish accountability and ownership in his team towards achievement of deliverables against the plan.
18. Ensure coordination and communication between internal teams for sharing relevant inputs on time including the support functions.
19. Identify training requirements of his team members and recommends training programs accordingly. Ensures his team members are imparted training to bridge the gap.
20. Provide coaching, direction and leadership support to direct reports / team members to achieve business results.

DESIRED CANDIDATE PROFILE:

Diploma or Graduate Engineer in Mechanical Engineering with minimum of 8+ years of experience in Automobile or Auto Components manufacturing industry is preferred.
Candidate reports to top management on daily basis. Manages subordinate staff in the day-to-day performance of their jobs. Must be a true first level manager.
Experience and knowledge in Solenoid valves, Switches, Sensor and mechanical sub-assemblies
Candidates from Chennai will be given preference.

Good knowledge in IATF 16949 QMS and must have good Analytical, and decision-making skills.
Good experience in Automotive Tier -1 customers handling & fulfilling their Requirements
Knowledge in Automotive Core tools (APQP, PPAP, FMEA)
Excellent in Communication, Reporting, Planning and Presentation internally & externally.

COMPANY DETAILS:
Gideon Automotive Industries is an auto ancillary unit situated near Tambaram, Chennai. This unit has been established in the year 2013. Gideon Manufactures Electrical, Electro-Mechanical and electronic sensor products such as solenoid valves, switches, solenoid coil assemblies, and sensors. Most of the products are proprietary in nature.
Gideon follows the latest manufacturing practices, implements IATF 16949 QMS and managed by professionals. Gideon is supplying products to reputed Tier-1 customers and OEM in automobile and non-auto industries in India and Abroad.
Gideon is growing at a CAGR of 35% since inception and positioned to grow much faster in the coming years.
Gideon offers a satisfactory working environment and believes in treating employees as its important asset.