Head of Manufacturing

Job Title : Head – Manufacturing

Location : Tapukara, Rajasthan

Industry : Leading Automotive Manufacturer

Eligibility : Only Japanese Nationals Can Apply

Language Requirement : Fluency in Japanese (Native-level)

About the Role

The Head of Manufacturing will lead complete plant operations, ensuring world-class manufacturing excellence aligned with Japanese standards and global automotive best practices. The role demands deep experience in Japanese production systems and the ability to work closely with Indian and Japanese teams.

Key Responsibilities

Strategic Leadership

Lead overall manufacturing operations including Production, Maintenance, Industrial Engineering, Process Engineering, and Production Planning.

Drive the manufacturing strategy for productivity, quality, safety, and cost optimization.

Ensure alignment with Japanese HQ expectations, systems, and processes.

Operational Excellence

Oversee daily production to achieve PQCDSM targets (Productivity, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Safety, Morale).

Implement and sustain TPS, Kaizen, Heijunka, Jidoka, 5S, and standardized work systems.

Strengthen operational discipline and maintain world-class shop floor standards.

Quality & Compliance

Ensure zero-defect manufacturing and strict adherence to quality processes.

Collaborate with the Quality team to achieve IATF, ISO, and customer requirements.

Lead internal and external audits, reporting directly to Japanese leadership.

Process Improvement & Technology

Drive automation, robotics, and digital manufacturing initiatives.

Evaluate new technologies to improve efficiency and reduce downtime.

Lead preventive and predictive maintenance systems to ensure maximum machine availability.

Cross-Cultural & Cross-Functional Coordination

Work closely with Japanese engineers, auditors, and global teams.

Facilitate communication, reporting, and technical alignment with Japanese HQ.

Support new model introductions and plant expansion programs.

Team Leadership

Lead and mentor a large workforce across multiple departments.

Create a culture of continuous improvement, discipline, and operational excellence.

Train Indian teams in Japanese manufacturing philosophies and methods.

Key Requirements

Eligibility

Only Japanese Nationals Can Apply

Native-level Japanese fluency; English ability preferred.

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Automobile, Production, or related engineering field.

Certifications in Lean, TPS, or Six Sigma preferred.

Experience

18–25 years of automotive manufacturing experience , preferably with Japanese OEMs.

Strong background in large-scale operations, leadership, and process excellence.

Previous experience working abroad (India or Asia) is a plus.

Competencies

Deep expertise in TPS, Kaizen, Jidoka, Heijunka, and lean manufacturing systems.

Strong leadership, communication, and cross-cultural management skills.

Ability to handle complex manufacturing challenges and drive efficiency.