Operations Associate

Exide Energy Solutions Limited is a wholly owned Subsidiary of Exide Industries Limited, leading battery manufacturing and distribution company in India with annual revenues of $1.8+ Bn. Exide Energy Solutions Limited is investing $500+ Mn dollars to setup Indias first Giga plant to manufacture Lithium-Ion Cells at Devanahalli Industrial Area in Bengaluru. Exide Energy designs, develops, and manufactures Lithium Ion Cells and Battery Pack solutions for various energy storage. Exide Energy is a leading player in the market with OEM customers across key market applications 2W, 3W, 4W, CV and industrial applications. Exide is also deeply invested in further developing li-ion technology with significant R&D investments including setup of in-house team as well as necessary lab infrastructure to support development activities.

Role & responsibilities:

• Operate and monitor cell manufacturing machinery according to the production plan to ensure efficient workflow.
• Manage materials and handling equipment during shift operations to meet targets.
• Report any equipment malfunctions or safety concerns to the supervisor promptly and take necessary actions.
• Collaborate with the quality control team to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Set up machines according to production specifications and guidelines.
• Perform routine maintenance and troubleshooting of equipment to minimize downtime.
• Maintain machine condition through appropriate CLIT (Cleaning, Lubrication, Inspection, and Tightening), 5S, and JH (Jishu Hozen) activities.
• Perform Quality Assurance checks in line with SOPs and Control Plans and maintain accurate records.
• Assist in the training of new operators and provide ongoing support to the team.
• Ensure online closure of all software records like SAP/MES and maintain all appropriate process registers.
• Follow safety protocols and ensure a clean and organized work environment.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities such as Suggestion programs, Kaizen, QCC (Quality Control Circle), and innovation initiatives.

Preferred candidate profile

• Shift incharge/Supervisor: Report production status, safety concerns, and quality issues.
• Quality Control Team: Collaborate on quality checks, adherence to standards, and resolving quality issues.
• Maintenance Team: Coordinate machine maintenance schedules, report breakdowns, and assist in troubleshooting.
• Production Planning Team: Communicate production targets, feedback on process efficiency, and material requirements.

Problem-Solving Skills: Ability to troubleshoot and resolve operational issues.

• Team Collaboration: Capability to work effectively in a team environment.
• Adaptability: Flexibility to adjust to varying production demands.
• Continuous Improvement: Willingness to contribute to process improvements.
• Attention to Detail: Thoroughness in maintaining quality and precision.
• Communication Skills: Clear communication abilities for effective teamwork.
• Automation Systems Experience: Familiarity with automation manufacturing systems is advantageous.
• Lean Manufacturing Knowledge: Understanding of Lean principles for process optimization.

Educational Qualifications & Experience:

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering/Manufacturing Engineering/Industrial Engineering/Automation & Robotics Engineering/Chemical Engineering

Years of Experience: Campus Placement / 0-2 Year