Advance manufacturing engg manager

Company Description Visteon Electronics India is a technology-driven automotive electronics organization focused on delivering innovative cockpit and connectivity solutions to global vehicle manufacturers. The Pune Division plays a key role in designing and industrializing advanced electronic components that support modern, software-defined vehicles. The company emphasizes continuous improvement, operational excellence, and collaboration across engineering and manufacturing teams. Team members have opportunities to work with cutting-edge technologies, global customers, and cross-functional partners to shape the future of mobility.
Role Description The Advance Manufacturing Engineering Manager is a full-time, on-site role based in the Pune Division. This role is responsible for leading the planning, development, and optimization of manufacturing processes for new and existing electronic products. Day-to-day activities include coordinating cross-functional teams to industrialize new designs, defining process flows and line layouts, driving productivity and quality improvements, and implementing best practices in advanced manufacturing methods. The manager will oversee equipment selection and validation, support continuous improvement initiatives, manage documentation and compliance with safety and quality standards, and provide technical guidance to manufacturing engineers and production teams. This role also involves collaborating with global engineering and supply chain teams, monitoring key performance indicators, and supporting cost, delivery, and quality targets.
Qualifications
Strong foundation in Manufacturing Engineering and Manufacturing Processes, with the ability to design, optimize, and scale production lines.
Knowledge of Industrial Engineering principles, including workflow optimization, line balancing, and capacity planning.
Background in Mechanical Engineering/electronics/mechatronics, with understanding of materials, tolerances, and design-for-manufacture considerations.
Hands-on experience with Machining or other relevant fabrication processes used in automotive or electronics manufacturing.
Proven experience managing manufacturing or engineering teams in an automotive or electronics environment.
Ability to analyze data and use problem-solving tools (e.g., Lean, Six Sigma, PFMEA, SPC) to drive continuous improvement.
Strong communication and collaboration skills, with the ability to work effectively across cross-functional and global teams.
Bachelor’s degree or higher in Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
Familiarity with industry quality systems and standards (such as IATF 16949, ISO 9001) is highly beneficial.
Experience with automation, assembly line integration, and digital manufacturing tools (e.g., MES, CAD/CAM) is an advantage.

Skills
Documentation

Experience
5+ yrs

Work arrangement
No