Assistant Manager - Automation and Digitalization Projects

Ashirvad Pipes Private Limited; Karnataka; On-site; INR 2,500,000 - 4,000,000; Full time

Job summary

Ashirvad Pipes Private Limited is seeking a seasoned leader to drive automation, lean initiatives, and TPM across its Karnataka production floors. You will oversee line balancing, process optimization and digital transformation projects, building robust systems for quality, safety and efficiency while mentoring cross-functional teams.

The role requires 8–10 years in Manufacturing Operations/Industrial Engineering, a BE/BTech, and hands-on expertise in Lean, TPM, SMED and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Requirement: Minimum 8 - 10 Yrs of experience in Manufacturing Operations and Industrial Engineering.
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, TPM, SMED, and Continuous Improvement
• Hands-on experience in Automation and Digital Transformation projects
• Knowledge of Time & Motion Studies, MTM, MOST, and Process Optimization
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and team leadership capabilities

Responsibilities

• Coordinate Production Operations to achieve targets and ensure smooth manufacturing processes.
• Lead cross-functional teams including Maintenance, Quality, and Warehouse to implement improvements.
• Drive Quality, Safety and Regulatory compliance through corrective and preventive actions.
• Foster a culture of safety, health and environmental compliance and continuous improvement.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

TPM

SMED

Continuous Improvement

Automation Projects

Digital Transformation

Time & Motion Studies

MTM

MOST

Process Optimization

Analytical Skills

Project Management

Stakeholder Management

Team Leadership

Education

B.E / B.Tech

Job description

Automation & Manufacturing Excellence

Lead automation and digitalization projects to enhance productivity, quality, efficiency, and process reliability.

Drive Industrial Engineering initiatives including Time & Motion Studies, MTM, MOST, layout optimization, and process improvements.

Identify opportunities for line balancing, productivity enhancement, headcount optimization, and low-cost automation.

Implement Lean Manufacturing and TPM practices, including Waste Reduction, SMED, and continuous improvement initiatives.

Production Operations

Coordinate daily production activities to achieve operational and production targets.

Ensure smooth functioning of manufacturing processes and support workplace organization and waste management initiatives.

Team Leadership

Lead production teams and collaborate with cross-functional functions including Maintenance, Quality, and Warehouse.

Train and develop team members on SOPs, safety standards, and operational best practices.

Quality, Safety & Compliance

Ensure adherence to quality standards, operating procedures, and regulatory requirements.

Drive corrective and preventive actions while fostering a strong culture of safety, health, and environmental compliance.

Requirements

Requirement: Minimum 8 - 10 Yrs of experience in Manufacturing Operations and Industrial Engineering.

• B. E / B.Tech as educational qualification
• Expertise in Lean Manufacturing, TPM, SMED, and Continuous Improvement
• Hands-on experience in Automation and Digital Transformation projects
• Knowledge of Time & Motion Studies, MTM, MOST, and Process Optimization
• Strong analytical, problem-solving, and project management skills
• Excellent stakeholder management and team leadership capabilities

About Ashirvad Pipes

Ashirvad Pipes has been the benchmark of quality in the Indian water management industry since 1998. We adhere to the highest international standards set for manufacturing products for potable water supply through smart solutions and intelligent technologies that ensure sustainability and convenience.

Ashirvad provides a wide range of solutions for Building, Agriculture, Industrial and Infrastructure applications. With over 5 decades of history, our journey is all about providing people around the world with advanced plastic piping systems that is sustainable, innovative, and follow international standards of quality certifications.

Innovation is the way of life for Ashirvad. From introducing 'The unique Wirelock system' in uPVC Column Pipes, to launching the Yellow Seal Technology in India for the first time, Ashirvad has always been at the forefront of technology.