As a global leader in precision measurement sensing technologies VPG addresses an expanding array of applications in which accuracy reliability and repeatability make the difference. Whether in the design and safety of new generations of cars trucks and planes or optimizing advanced medical equipment and consumer products VPGs deep engineering expertise makes the world safer smarter and more productive.
We are seeking a highly motivated Section Manager Process Engineering at Oragadam Chennai to join our team on a full-time basis.
Major Responsibilities & Accountabilities :
- Oversee the implementation of new products from the R&D department ensuring smooth transition from design to production per APQP. Develop and ensure adherence to schedules and technical milestones for engineering project activities. Drive the development and standardization of engineering test plans and technical evaluations that include performance reliability regulatory end of line testing.
- Coordinate the transfer of new products from other plants ensuring the necessary process adjustments resources and training are in place. Ensure product design integrity by verifying that design or process changes do not violate Product Technical Specifications or reduce the quality of products per the NPD tollgate process
- Work with the CFT team to plan and modify facilities for new and existing parts incorporating changes through Capacity analysis and subsequent investment options. Manage Project teams to ensure program stays on schedule on budget and meets performance expectations. Global contact point for new projects implementation in India
- Ensure that facilities are optimally structured to handle production requirements for both new and existing products. Analyze and reduce variable costs in production by identifying cost-saving opportunities without compromising product quality or process efficiency.
- Update and revise Standard Operating Procedures (SOP) PFMEA Control Plan and Process Flow Diagrams (PFD) for new and existing parts. Initiate and close all relevant ECOs ECRs PCOs and PCNs ensuring that necessary changes are effectively documented and executed in production.
- Focus on improving product yield through process improvements quality control measures and troubleshooting Kaizen & People development
Critical skills & Attributes
Essential Competencies :
Manufacturing processes such as Welding Heat treatment Surface treatment AssemblyNew Product ImplementationPoka yokeDrafting and detailing 2D and 3D modelsEvaluate design risks and improve product robustness.TroubleshootingData AnalysisPresentationDesigning cost-efficient jigs fixtures and toolingProject ManagementTechnical Competencies :
CAPA DFMEA & PFMEA SPCMSA 7QC Tools & Control planPPAP & APQPISO 9001 : 2015 & IATFVDA 6.3 & 6.5Lean manufacturing and Six Sigma methodologiesGood to have Competencies :
Programmable Logic Controllers (PLCs)Power BI reportingSix Sigma Green BeltTQM DOE FEA & WCMSoft Skills :
Teamwork & CollaborationDriving the team for resultsCommunicationProblem Solving and critical thinkingAdaptability & flexibilityPeople HandlingPersuading & influencingRegion : Asia
Benefits : Best In the industry
Requirements :
Academic / Professional Education : Bachelor of Engineering (Mechanical Engineering Metallurgical Engineering)Relevant Experience : 4-6 years in Electronics Manufacturing / Process Engineering fieldTechnical Skills / Knowledge : Proficiency level 3 in Manufacturing Machining & Assembly Special Processes such as Welding & heat treatment 2D & 3D design drawings Jig & Fixtures designAdditional knowledge preferred : Basic knowledge on PCBA design CAN BUS Graphical user interface (GUI) circuit debugging IPC 610 & 620 standards Gerber knowledge Altium RS232 / RS485 communications Advantech modules.Key Skills
Embedded Software,Section 8,Electrical Engineering,Employee Evaluation,Firmware,Systems Engineering,Project Leadership,Scope Management,Team Management,Curriculum Development,Leadership Experience,Mentoring
Employment Type : Full-time
Experience : years
Vacancy : 1