Deputy Manager - Continuous Improvement & I4.0

Eaton; Ranjangaon; On-site; INR 3,000,000 - 4,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Eaton in Maharashtra is seeking a Continuous Improvement & Industry 4.0 Leader to drive lean initiatives and digital transformation at the site. The role focuses on reducing costs, improving quality, and building a data-driven culture through advanced analytics and automation.

The successful candidate will lead 4.0 projects, implement IoT connectivity, and collaborate with IT to integrate ERP/MES. 7+ years in manufacturing and a strong problem-solving mindset are essential.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in engineering is required.
• 7+ years of manufacturing experience.
• Experience in driving Industry 4.0 and IoT solutions is required.

Responsibilities

• Define and execute Lean, Six Sigma, and CI strategies aligned to business goals.
• Lead the Continuous Improvement Council to drive governance and cross-functional alignment.
• Define and implement the CI roadmap and annual improvement calendar aligned with Eaton priorities.
• Lead RIEs, Kaizen workshops, and Value Stream Mapping initiatives for breakthrough improvements.
• Drive Lean Six Sigma deployment to deliver sustainable operational and financial improvements.
• Promote data-driven decision-making and structured problem-solving culture.
• Develop digital solutions including Power BI dashboards and ERP/MES integration for end-to-end visibility.
• Drive automation initiatives and adoption of new digital tools across the site.

Skills

Lean principles

Value Stream Mapping

Communication skills

Problem-solving methodologies

MS Office & digital tools

IT terminology

Education

Bachelor’s degree in engineering

Tools

Power BI

ERP/MES integration

Job description

What You’ll Do

Eaton announced, on June 11, 2026, the intent to combine its Mobility Group (including both the Vehicle and eMobility segments) with a new company. We expect to complete this process by the end of the first half of 2027. The compensation and benefits that will initially be offered for this position are based on Eaton's plans, programs and practices. If you are offered and accept this position and are actively employed by the Mobility Group when the transaction closes, the new company will provide further details to employees concerning compensation and benefits at that time.

The Continuous Improvement & Industry 4.0 Leader is responsible for driving operational excellence across the site through the effective deployment of Lean, Six Sigma, and digital transformation initiatives. This role partners closely with Site Leadership to define and execute the Continuous Improvement (CI) strategy, enhance plant performance, deliver sustainable cost reduction, and foster a strong culture of structured problem-solving and data-driven decision-making.

The position also leads Industry 4.0 initiatives, enabling the adoption of digital manufacturing technologies, smart data utilization, and automation to improve productivity, quality, and overall operational efficiency. A key accountability includes analyzing Industry 4.0 data daily, leveraging existing Eaton software platforms to generate actionable insights and support informed decision-making.

Additionally, the role is responsible for driving cost-out projects across the organization and ensuring robust tracking and monthly reporting of cost savings. The leader actively promotes and sustains 5S practices, strengthens visual management systems on the shop floor, and enhances workplace organization to improve transparency and efficiency.

Overall, this role plays a critical part in building a culture of continuous improvement, operational discipline, and digital innovation throughout the site.

• Collaborate with cross-functional teams and site leadership to define and execute Lean, Six Sigma, and Continuous Improvement (CI) strategies aligned to business goals.
• Lead the Continuous Improvement Council to drive governance, engagement, and cross-functional alignment.
• Define and implement the CI roadmap and annual improvement calendar aligned with Eaton Business System (EBS) priorities.
• Lead Rapid Improvement Events (RIEs), Kaizen workshops, and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) initiatives for breakthrough improvements.
• Drive Lean Six Sigma deployment across plant functions to deliver sustainable operational and financial improvements.
• Work closely with all stakeholders at various levels to drive the cost out initiatives by eliminating waste and improving productivity and process efficiency. Also, responsible for monthly cost out reporting and working closely with finance team.
• Promote a strong problem-solving culture using structured methodologies (A3, DMAIC, PDCA).
• Identify improvement opportunities using data analysis, performance metrics, and operational insights.
• Lead Industry 4.0 initiatives including IoT-based machine connectivity, real-time data acquisition, and performance monitoring.
• Develop digital solutions including Power BI dashboards, analytics capabilities, and IT–OT integration (ERP/MES) for end-to-end visibility.
• Drive automation (robotics, cobots, digital workflows) and demonstrate high learning agility with a strong appetite for adopting new technologies and digital tools.

Qualifications

Bachelor’s degree in engineering from an accredited institution required

7+ years of experience in Manufacturing.

• Experience in driving Industry 4.0 and execution of IoT solutions and working closely with IT team

Skills

• Good understanding of IT terminologies
• Strong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing Principles
• Strong understanding and execution of Value Stream Mapping
• Excellent communication skills, proven capability to execute change in a team environment.

thorough understanding of problem-solving methodologies used in determining root cause and formulating corrective action.

• Demonstrated analytical skills, both qualitative and quantitative.
• Demonstrated proficiency in MS Office suite and Digitalization tools.
• Knowledge of manufacturing principles and technical specifications to support plant competencies.
• Knowledge of PLC systems will be an added advantage