Head of Assembly & Paint Ops India

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end manufacturing operations for assembly and paint to deliver excellence in Safety, Quality, Delivery, Cost, and People (SQDCEP).
• Drive production excellence by executing production plans to meet output and quality targets with optimal resource utilization.
• Lead Lean, Six Sigma, and Volvo Production System initiatives to enhance productivity and eliminate waste.
• Build a strong safety and quality culture, ensuring ISO compliance and customer focus across all operations.
• Monitor KPIs and track line performance to implement corrective actions and achieve business goals.
• Develop, coach, and engage teams through capability building and high employee engagement strategies.
• Oversee maintenance planning to ensure equipment reliability and maximum uptime.
• Collaborate cross-functionally with Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, Warehouse, and P&C to improve efficiency.

Requirements

• 13–16 years of experience in automotive or construction equipment production, specifically with heavy machinery like Excavators or Loaders.
• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Mechanical, Automotive, Industrial, or Mechatronics Engineering.
• Strong knowledge of Lean, Six Sigma, 7 QC Tools, Kaizen, and Poka-yoke.
• Proficiency in digital tools including Excel dashboards and Power BI for performance management.
• Deep understanding of mechanical and hydraulic systems.
• Experience managing a unionized workforce and handling wage settlements.
• Strong understanding of ISO and HIRA practices.
• Ability to manage shop floor discipline and workforce planning.

Preferred Qualifications

• Proficiency in speaking Kannada is an added advantage.
• Experience with automation and digitalization in a manufacturing environment.

Benefits

• Opportunity to work within agile global networks on real-time business case projects.
• Potential for international travel to global sites and diverse operating environments.
• Growth opportunities in a collaborative environment that values innovation and work-life balance.

About the Company

Volvo Construction Equipment is a global leader dedicated to building the world we want to live in. We develop and deliver solutions for a cleaner, smarter, and more connected world, focusing on sustainable transport and infrastructure.