Industrial Engineer

Brakes India; Chennai; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Brakes India is seeking an experienced Industrial/Manufacturing Engineer to drive productivity improvements across discrete manufacturing environments. You will conduct method studies, perform time and motion analyses, lead SMED projects, and guide process engineering initiatives to meet productivity and quality targets.

The role requires 5-8 years in IE/manufacturing with strong knowledge of Lean, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and automation opportunities.

Qualifications

• Bachelor's or Master's degree in Industrial/Mechanical/Production engineering.
• 5-8 years of experience in IE/Manufacturing/Process improvement.
• Experience in discrete manufacturing, automotive, auto components, and industrial production environments preferred.

Responsibilities

• Conduct detailed method studies to identify non-value-added activities and standardize work methods.
• Perform time and motion studies; establish standard cycle times and manpower norms.
• Lead SMED projects to reduce setup times and optimize changeovers.
• Drive process engineering activities to improve productivity and quality; support new product introductions.
• Analyze capacity and productivity; develop manpower planning and line balancing models; monitor OEE and KPIs.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Kaizen

Six Sigma

Industrial Engineering

Process Improvement

OEE

SMED

Automation

Ergonomics

Education

Bachelor's / Masters in Industrial Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering

Job description

To improve manufacturing productivity, efficiency, quality, and cost competitiveness through systematic analysis of work methods, time and motion studies, process optimization, lean manufacturing practices, automation initiatives, and effective man-machine interface design.

Key Responsibilities

1. Method Study & Work Simplification

• Conduct detailed method studies to identify and eliminate non-value-added activities.
• Develop and implement improved work methods and standardized operating procedures.
• Optimize material flow, workstations, and workplace layouts.
• Apply Lean Manufacturing tools to improve operational efficiency.

2. Time & Motion Study

• Perform time studies and motion studies for manufacturing operations.
• Establish and maintain standard cycle times and manpower norms.
• Develop standard work instructions and productivity benchmarks.
• Analyze operator movements and machine utilization to reduce waste and improve efficiency.

3. SMED (Single Minute Exchange of Die)

• Lead SMED projects to reduce machine setup and changeover times.
• Identify internal and external setup activities and implement conversion opportunities.
• Standardize changeover procedures and train production teams.
• Track and improve setup time reduction KPIs.

4. Process Engineering

• Analyze and improve manufacturing processes to achieve productivity and quality targets.
• Conduct process capability studies and identify bottlenecks.
• Support new product introduction through process design and capacity planning.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean, Kaizen, and Industrial Engineering techniques.
• Identify automation opportunities to improve safety, productivity, quality, and cost.
• Participate in selection, development, and implementation of automation projects.
• Collaborate with Manufacturing, Maintenance, and Engineering teams for automation integration.
• Evaluate ROI and performance improvements from automation initiatives.
• Study operator-machine interactions and recommend ergonomic improvements.
• Design and optimize workstation layouts for safety and productivity.
• Improve visual management systems and operator interfaces.
• Conduct ergonomic assessments and implement corrective actions to reduce fatigue and injury risks.

7. Capacity & Productivity Improvement

• Analyze production capacity and resource utilization.
• Develop manpower planning and line balancing models.
• Monitor OEE, productivity, and efficiency metrics.
• Recommend actions to improve machine and labor utilization.
• Lead Kaizen and productivity improvement projects.
• Facilitate problem-solving workshops using Lean and Six Sigma methodologies.
• Drive waste elimination projects related to manpower, machines, materials, methods, and movement.
• Support cost reduction and operational excellence initiatives.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Productivity Improvement (%)
• OEE Improvement (%)
• Setup Time Reduction (%)
• Cycle Time Reduction (%)
• Cost Savings Generated
• Automation Project Implementation Rate
• Capacity Utilization (%)
• Ergonomic Improvement Index
• Number of Kaizen/Continuous Improvement Projects Completed

Qualifications

• Bachelor's / Masters Degree in Industrial Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Production Engineering.

Experience

• 5-8 years of experience in Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or Process Improvement roles.
• Experience in discrete manufacturing, automotive, auto component, engineering, or industrial production environments preferred.