Director at KBD Talent Forge India Pvt Ltd
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Manufacturing Engineering (8-16 yrs)
We are seeking a high-impact Manufacturing Engineering Leader to drive world-class manufacturing excellence across global automotive operations. The role focuses on process optimization, digital manufacturing, cost competitiveness, quality improvement, and scalability, working closely with global plants, R&D, supply chain, and program management teams.
Key Responsibilities :
- Lead development, optimization, and standardization of manufacturing processes across global plants
- Drive Lean, Six Sigma, TPM, and Industry 4.0 initiatives to improve productivity and OEE
- Implement advanced manufacturing techniques including automation, robotics, and smart factories
New Product & Program Launch :
- Support global NPI / NPD manufacturing readiness for new vehicle platforms and components
- Ensure seamless transfer from design to production with DFMEA, PFMEA, and APQP
- Collaborate with global engineering and product teams to ensure manufacturability and scalability
Cost, Quality & Delivery :
- Own manufacturing cost reduction initiatives and value engineering programs
- Improve first-time-right quality through robust process controls and root-cause analysis
- Ensure adherence to global automotive standards (IATF 16949, ISO, VDA, etc.)
Digital & Data-Driven Manufacturing :
- Drive adoption of digital manufacturing systems, MES, analytics, and AI-driven process controls
- Use data insights to improve throughput, reduce downtime, and enhance decision-making
Leadership & Global Collaboration :
- Lead cross-functional and cross-cultural teams across regions
- Partner with Supply Chain, Quality, R&D, Finance, and Program Management
- Develop manufacturing talent and build a continuous improvement culture
Education :
- Bachelor's or Master's in Mechanical / Manufacturing / Industrial / Automotive Engineering
Experience :
- 8- 15+ years in global automotive manufacturing engineering
- Experience with OEMs or Tier-1 suppliers
- Strong exposure to multi-plant or global operations
Skills & Competencies
- Automotive standards & compliance
- Strong business acumen with engineering depth
- Data-driven decision making
- Stakeholder management at senior leadership level
Why Join :
- Opportunity to shape future-ready global automotive manufacturing
- Strong alignment between business strategy and manufacturing excellence

