Engineer - EOL (Vehicle Assembly)

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles; Oragadam; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

Daimler India Commercial Vehicles in Oragadam, Tamil Nadu, seeks a hands-on Engineer Production to lead truck assembly line and EOL operations, drive production targets, vehicle clearance, EOL testing, and continuous improvement on the shop floor.

You will work with SAP/MES, uphold IATF quality systems, manage manpower on the floor, resolve quality concerns, and implement Kaizen initiatives while maintaining 5S discipline and safety.

Qualifications

• Hands-on experience in truck assembly and EOL operations.
• Knowledge of Roller Test, Wheel Alignment, and Dynamic Testing.
• Experience with IATF and shop floor quality systems.
• Troubleshooting experience in truck assembly process.
• Exposure to SAP or MES systems on shop floor.

Responsibilities

• Achieve daily production targets on the truck assembly line.
• Oversee vehicle clearance and End of Line testing process.
• Manage quality improvement and Kaizen initiatives on the shop floor.
• Train and guide blue collar associates; ensure 5S standards.
• Monitor plan vs actual and report production metrics in MES/SAP.

Skills

Truck assembly

End of Line testing

Quality concern resolution

Troubleshooting

IATF quality systems

Tools

SAP/MES

Job description

About the Role

We are looking for a hands-on and driven Engineer Production with direct experience in truck assembly line and End of Line (EOL) operations at our Oragadam plant. The role is responsible for achieving production targets, vehicle clearance, EOL testing, quality concern resolution, and driving continuous improvement on the shop floor.

Mandatory Requirement

Candidates MUST have hands-on experience in Truck Assembly and End of Line (EOL) Testing operations.
Candidates without truck assembly or EOL experience will NOT be considered.

Key Responsibilities

Production & EOL Operations

• Achieve daily production targets in truck assembly line
• Responsible for vehicle clearance and End of Line testing process
• Manage Roller Test, Wheel Alignment, and Dynamic Testing processes
• Ensure vehicles meet highest standards of process and product quality

Quality & Continuous Improvement

• Expertise in Quality Concern Resolution Process
• Comprehend quality issues and implement effective countermeasures
• Upkeep Quality Management Systems — IATF
• Implement new techniques and technologies to improve productivity
• Drive continuous improvement and Kaizen initiatives

Manpower & Shop Floor Management

• Handle manpower planning and crisis management on shop floor
• Train and guide blue collar associates
• Optimize utilization of machines and equipment
• Maintain production tools and equipment as per schedule
• Ensure 5S standards and discipline on shop floor at all times

Systems & Reporting

• Work with Manufacturing Execution Systems — SAP or MES
• Monitor plan vs actual and take corrective actions

Knowledge & Skills Required

• Hands-on experience in truck assembly, truck repair, and End of Line operations
• Knowledge of Roller Test, Wheel Alignment, and Dynamic Testing process
• Knowledge of Quality Concern Resolution process
• Troubleshooting experience in truck assembly process
• Familiarity with IATF and shop floor quality systems
• Exposure to SAP or MES systems on shop floor

Other Abilities

• Good communication and articulation skills
• Flexible in approach and open to new ideasAbility to work under pressure and meet daily targets
• Team player with ability to lead blue collar workforce