Work Cell Manager

ABOUT THE COMPANY Kryon Technology Pvt. Ltd. (iLabs Group) is building India’s next-generation integrated electronics manufacturing platform for PCBA and motor controllers. Our portfolio spans AC indoor/outdoor controllers, BLDC motor controllers, remotes, IoT gateways, routers, STBs and networking devices. We are setting up a high-speed SMT + assembly facility in Sri City supported by a strong design & sourcing ecosystem. As a fast-scaling 0→1 organization, we are looking for hands-on leaders who can build systems, teams and capabilities from scratch in a fast-paced, high-ownership environment. Location: Sri City Experience: 6–12 Years Reporting To: GM – Operations / MD / President Salary Range: ₹24–30 LPA ROLE SUMMARY The Work Cell Manager is the business owner for a high-throughput production cell covering Motors & PCBA manufacturing, with direct responsibility for USD 30M annual revenue . This role functions like a mini–Plant Manager for one production business unit, taking end-to-end responsibility for P&L impact, output, quality, cost optimization, line efficiency, manpower performance, and operational excellence . The role requires strong analytical and operational capabilities, deep hands-on experience in electronics / PCBA / motor assembly processes, and the ability to drive daily performance while also focusing on continuous improvement, benchmarking, cost reduction, and data-driven decision-making. KEY RESPONSIBILITIES 1. Business & P&L Ownership Own cell-level revenue delivery (~USD 30M per year) covering Motors + PCBA. Track and control manufacturing cost drivers: material usage, manpower, machine cost, consumables, energy. Drive cost-per-unit reduction initiatives through yield improvement and process optimization. Deliver contribution margins as per plant P&L expectations. Identify and eliminate cost leakages (rework, scrap, tooling mismatch, idle time, overtime). 2. Daily Production Execution Deliver daily/weekly output for all SKUs in motors + PCBA categories. Manage cell takt time, cycle time, throughput and adherence to shift plans. Ensure WIP control, FIFO, material flow and inventory discipline. Manage sub-assemblies, testing, final assembly and packing operations. 3. Process Excellence & Efficiency Improvement Implement Lean tools: SMED, Kaizen, Poka-Yoke, Line Balancing, 5S. Reduce changeover time, optimize workstation layout and improve ergonomics. Improve OEE (availability, performance, quality) of machines within the cell. Benchmark processes against industry best practices and competitor standards. 4. Quality Excellence Ensure compliance to WI, SOP, Control Plan, torque standards, soldering standards and IPC-A-610. Drive FPY improvement, reduce DPMO, scrap and rework cost. Conduct RCA for quality issues using 8D/5-Why/Fishbone analysis. Ensure containment, corrective and preventive actions are implemented promptly. 5. Cost Optimization Optimize tool & fixture usage, reduce consumable wastage and control indirect material usage. Implement VA/VE ideas and collaborate with sourcing for alternate parts. Track rework cost, scrap cost and develop reduction plans. 6. Manpower Management Manage 40–80 operators, line leaders and technicians. Conduct shift planning, skill-based deployment and cross-training. Drive performance discipline, attendance, shift adherence and operator productivity. Build skill matrices and ensure operator upskilling for critical stations. 7. NPI & Engineering Coordination Support NPI builds, pilot runs, engineering trials and PPAP. Ensure new product documentation & training is done before ramp-up. Validate new fixtures, jigs, workstation designs and test methods. 8. Supply Chain & Planning Coordination Coordinate with planning for material availability and daily build schedules. Raise material shortage alerts in advance to prevent line stoppages. Ensure accurate material consumption reporting and traceability. 9. Safety, Compliance & Shop-Floor Governance Ensure 100% compliance to safety rules, PPE, ESD norms, and equipment handling guidelines. Conduct safety toolbox talks, risk assessments and hazard elimination activities. Maintain clean, safe, audit-ready workstations. 10. Reporting & Data Analytics Prepare daily/weekly dashboards covering: Output vs Target OEE FPY / Rejection / Rework Manpower Productivity Material Loss & Cost Indicators Downtime Analysis Present performance updates to Production Manager / GM Ops. REQUIREMENTS Technical Skills Hands-on knowledge of PCBA assembly, motor assembly, soldering, testing and line balancing. Understanding of BOM, routing, takt time, cycle optimization and lean principles. Familiarity with IPC standards, work instructions and quality controls. Understanding of basic financials: unit cost, contribution margin, costing structure. Operational Skills Ability to manage high-output production in multi-shift environments. Strong team management and shop-floor leadership skills. Experience running continuous improvement programs. Soft Skills Strong communication and discipline enforcement. Analytical mindset with structured reporting. Ability to work under pressure in fast-moving production cycles. QUALIFICATIONS Diploma/B.Tech in ECE / EEE / Mechanical / Industrial Engineering. Training in Lean / Six Sigma is an added advantage.