• Cummins India

**DESCRIPTION**

**Key Responsibilities:**


+ Lead projects to design and implement manufacturing processes that align with safety, quality, and business objectives.

+ Develop and improve manufacturing processes for Connecting Rod manufacturing lines, including tooling and cycle time enhancements.

+ Oversee equipment selection, Design Approval Process (DAP), specification finalization, trials, and commissioning.

+ Manage the PPAP (Production Part Approval Process) for equipment and line commissioning.

+ Enhance plant layout and material flow for efficiency and productivity improvements.

+ Ensure timely CAPEx and cash flow management to align with project timelines.

+ Monitor project progress, identify risks, and implement mitigation strategies.

+ Analyze and improve Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), providing on-site solutions and enhancements.

+ Facilitate communication with site operations, Manufacturing Engineering (ME), Quality, and supplier teams.

+ Track and document project milestones to ensure successful completion of New Business Startup (NBS) projects.

+ Conduct supplier capacity mapping and create end-to-end Value Stream Mapping (VSM) for new lines.

+ Support the implementation of IIoT (Industrial Internet of Things) and Industry 4.0 technologies for new manufacturing lines.

+ Apply continuous improvement tools and methodologies to enhance manufacturing processes and equipment.

+ Collaborate with internal and external stakeholders to align project objectives and deliverables.

+ Coach and mentor team members while maintaining strong relationships with key stakeholders.


**RESPONSIBILITIES**


**Qualifications:**


+ Bachelor's degree in STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering, Math) or related field, or equivalent experience.

+ Licensing may be required for compliance with export controls or sanctions regulations.


**Competencies:**


+ **Collaboration:** Builds partnerships and works effectively with others to achieve shared objectives.

+ **Effective Communication:** Develops and delivers messages suited to various audiences.

+ **Health&Safety Leadership:** Champions proactive safety behaviors to build an injury-free workplace.

+ **Drawing Interpretation:** Integrates product design and manufacturing equipment drawings for optimal process development.

+ **Equipment/Capital Procurement:** Selects manufacturing equipment that meets Cummins specifications and project needs.

+ **Manufacturing Analysis Led Design:** Uses digital tools to model and simulate manufacturing processes for data-driven decision-making.

+ **Manufacturing Knowledge:** Applies expertise in manufacturing principles to implement process changes and drive improvements.

+ **Process Documentation:** Develops and standardizes manufacturing procedures for consistency and compliance.

+ **Tool and Fixture Design:** Ensures appropriate work-piece holding devices for optimal manufacturing efficiency.

+ **Embracing Diversity:** Values different perspectives and cultural backgrounds to foster innovation and inclusion.

+ **Continuous Process Improvement:** Identifies and implements process improvements and waste reduction strategies.

+ **Ergonomics and Workplace Design:** Designs ergonomic processes and workstations that align with Cummins’ guidelines.

+ **Problem Solving:** Uses structured problem-solving methodologies to diagnose and resolve manufacturing challenges.

+ **Workstation Design:** Develops safe, ergonomic, and efficient operator workstations that align with quality and cost objectives.


**QUALIFICATIONS**


**Skills&Experience:**


+ Intermediate-level experience in manufacturing engineering or a related role.

+ Proven experience leading manufacturing projects and process improvements.

+ Strong knowledge of production part approval processes (PPAP) and capital procurement.

+ Experience with Industry 4.0 and IIoT implementation in manufacturing environments.

+ Ability to analyze OEE and develop efficiency-improving solutions.

+ Proficiency in digital modeling tools for process simulation and improvement.

+ Excellent problem-solving, risk mitigation, and continuous improvement skills.

+ Strong stakeholder management and communication abilities.

+ Hands-on experience with equipment trials, commissioning, and supplier collaboration.


**Job** Manufacturing

**Organization** Cummins Inc.

**Role Category** Hybrid

**Job Type** Exempt - Experienced

**ReqID** 2412846

**Relocation Package** No