Deputy General Manager-Process Engineering

It’s not just about your career or job title… It’s about who you are and the impact you will make on the world. Because whether it’s for each other or our customers, we put People First. When our people come together, we Expand the Possible and continuously look for ways to improve what we create and how we do it. If you are constantly striving to grow, you’re in good company. We are revolutionizing the way the world moves for future generations, and we want someone who is ready to move with us.

Key missions of the position:

• Manufacturing Process owner for Brakes & Coupler product lines (including Special Processes) within FT Hosur.
• Build, manage and improve on continuous improvement basis the industrial and industrial oriented & connected activities of B & C product lines, meeting the needs of the customer, reach and optimize the goals in terms of Quality, Cost & Deliveries.

Responsibilities

• Design, prove, implement and maintain Manufacturing processes to deliver product on time, to quality requirements and to cost
• Drive continuous improvement activities in quality, cycle time, process improvement, machine availability through lean techniques and value engineering to enhance the capability of existing processes and remove wastes
• Develop and maintain project plans and budget profiles (CAPEX & REVEX) to ensure delivery of milestones to agreed cost targets and timescales
• Identify and justify capital equipment investment
• Monitor M3 (ERP) sanity and drive reduction of negative inventory due to MBoM error
• Special Process Coordinator for Brakes & Coupler processes
• Coordinate for customer & statutory audits withn Process Engineering
• Capacity and capability analysis and inputs to Strap and SIOP
• Participate in plant-level QRQC
• Provide resource hours allocation for customer and industrial projects
• Analyse process downtime, identify trends and develop solutions
• Motivate and coach the team to operational success
• Drive the team to create the standard for MOST, SMH Optimization, Capacity enhancement, Ergonomics & Layout planning
• Drive & support the team for taking necessary actions on OpsVision (Kaizen, Downtime, Non-downtime & BBS points)
• Drive validation plans to ensure robust and comprehensive technical solutions

• What education and education level are necessary for the position?
• Bachelor or Masters degree in Mechanical Engineering
• Exposure/certification in Business Management /Administration or similar will be preferred
• Exposure/certification in Special Processes/MOST or similar will be preferred.

• How many years of professional experience in a specific professional area are required for the position?

16 + years in Process Engineering /Manufacturing Engineering/Industrialization

Who are we?

Wabtec Corporation is a leading global provider of equipment, systems, digital solutions, and value-added services for freight and transit rail as well as the mining, marine, and industrial markets. Drawing on nearly four centuries of collective experience across Wabtec, GE Transportation, and Faiveley Transport, the company has grown to become One Wabtec, with unmatched digital expertise, technological innovation, and world-class manufacturing and services, enabling the digital-rail-and-transit ecosystems.

Wabtec is focused on performance that drives progress and unlocks our customers’ potential by delivering innovative and lasting transportation solutions that move and improve the world. We are lifelong learners obsessed with making things better to drive exceptional results. Wabtec has approximately 27K employees in facilities throughout the world. Visit our website to learn more! http://www.WabtecCorp.com

Our Commitment to Embrace Diversity:

Wabtec is a global company that invests not just in our products, but also our people by embracing diversity and inclusion. We care about our relationships with our employees and take pride in celebrating the variety of experiences, expertise, and backgrounds that bring us together. At Wabtec, we aspire to create a place where we all belong and where diversity is welcomed and appreciated.  

To fulfill that commitment, we rely on a culture of leadership, diversity, and inclusion. We aim to employ the world’s brightest minds to help us create a limitless source of ideas and opportunities. We have created a space where everyone is given the opportunity to contribute based on their individual experiences and perspectives and recognize that these differences and diverse perspectives make us better.

We believe in hiring talented people of varied backgrounds, experiences, and styles… People like you! Wabtec Corporation is committed to equal employment opportunity regardless of race, color, ancestry, religion, sex, national origin, sexual orientation, age, citizenship, marital status, disability, gender identity or expression, or protected Veteran status. If you have a disability or special need that requires accommodation, please let us know.