EPU manager

Alstom Transportation; Coimbatore District; On-site; INR 1,500,000 - 2,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Alstom Transportation in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, seeks an EPU Manager to lead lean manufacturing initiatives and drive operational excellence in the Motor Assembly unit.

You will deploy APSYS tools across the shopfloor, manage workforce planning, and push SQCD performance while coordinating with cross-functional teams and training staff for sustained improvements.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's degree in Engineering.
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in assembly industries.
• Proven shopfloor team management experience.
• Hands-on exposure to lean production systems and supply chain concepts.
• Knowledge of PFMEA, control plans, and work instructions.
• Familiarity with PDCA, SWIP, and structured problem-solving methods.
• Strong communication and cross-functional coordination skills.
• Awareness of OHS regulations and production quality metrics.
• Willingness to work in shifts and 6 days a week.

Responsibilities

• Drive operational excellence and continuous improvement in the Motor Assembly unit.
• Deploy APSYS tools across the shopfloor and manage workforce planning.
• Lead SQCD performance including Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery.
• Collaborate with supply chain, quality and engineering teams and coach staff.

Skills

Shopfloor management

Lean manufacturing

Cross-functional coordination

Production planning

Quality tools

PDCA/SWIP

OHS awareness

6-day work week

Communication skills

Education

Bachelor's degree in Engineering

Tools

PFMEA

Control plans

Work instructions

Job description

Job Summary

Could you be the full-time EPU Manager in Coimbatore, Tamil Nadu, were looking for

Your future role

Take on a new challenge and apply your leadership and lean manufacturing expertise in a new cutting-edge field. Youll work alongside collaborative and dynamic teammates.

Youll play a key role in driving operational excellence and continuous improvement in our Motor Assembly production unit. Day-to-day, youll work closely with cross-functional teams (such as supply chain, quality, and engineering), train and coach team members, and ensure the smooth execution of production plans, and much more.

Youll specifically take care of deploying APSYS tools (Alstom Performance System) across the shopfloor, but also managing workforce planning and driving SQCD (Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery) performance.

All about you

We value passion and attitude over experience. Thats why we dont expect you to have every single skill. Instead, weve listed some that we think will help you succeed and grow in this role:

• Bachelors degree in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Automobile, or related disciplines).
• Minimum 5+ years of experience in assembly industries such as automotive, railways, commercial vehicles, or other manufacturing sectors.
• Proven experience in shopfloor team management.
• Hands-on exposure to lean production systems and foundational supply chain concepts.
• Knowledge of production and quality tools, including PFMEA, control plans, and work instructions.
• Familiarity with PDCA, SWIP, and structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Strong communication and coordination skills with cross-functional teams.
• Awareness of OHS regulations and production quality metrics.
• Flexibility to work in a shift-based schedule and availability to work 6 days a week.

Things youll enjoy

Join us on a life-long transformative journey the rail industry is here to stay, so you can grow and develop new skills and experiences throughout your career. Youll also:

• Enjoy stability, challenges, and a long-term career free from boring daily routines.
• Work with cutting-edge production and lean systems in the rail industry.
• Collaborate with supportive and motivated colleagues across departments.
• Contribute to innovative projects that shape the future of mobility.
• Utilise our dynamic and inclusive working environment.
• Steer your career in whatever direction you choose across functions and countries.
• Benefit from our investment in your development, through award-winning learning programs.
• Progress towards leadership and specialized roles within the organization.
• Benefit from a fair and dynamic reward package that recognises your performance and potential, plus comprehensive and competitive social coverage (life, medical, pension).

You dont need to be a train enthusiast to thrive with us. We guarantee that when you step onto one of our trains with your friends or family, youll be proud. If youre up for the challenge, wed love to hear from you!

Important to note

As a global business, were an equal-opportunity employer that celebrates diversity across the 63 countries we operate in. Were committed to creating an inclusive workplace for everyone.