Manager- Motor

Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd.; Bengaluru; On-site; INR 3,500,000 - 5,500,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra and Mahindra Ltd. seeks a senior leader to head Motor & Drivetrain manufacturing for EV 3-Wheeler production. You will drive SQCDP outcomes, mentor a large shop-floor team, and shape manpower plans for current and future growth.

You will oversee process control, lean projects, and capability improvements, while coordinating with engineering and quality to ensure best-in-class performance and compliance.

Qualifications

• Motor Manufacturing Processes
• Drivetrain Assembly Processes
• NVH Testing & Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing
• Capacity Planning
• OEE Improvement
• Work Study & MOST Analysis
• PFMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP
• RCA, 8D, PDCA
• Strategic Thinking
• Team Leadership & Coaching
• Problem Solving
• Result Orientation

Responsibilities

• Lead end-to-end Motor & Drivetrain manufacturing operations against SQCDP targets.
• Manage and develop Production Officers and shop-floor teams for high performance.
• Plan manpower, resources, and capacity for current and future demand.
• Drive production execution and adherence to plans and KPIs.
• Own OEE, FPY, throughput, cycle time, rejects, and rework metrics.
• Lead Lean, Kaizen, Line Balancing, VSM, 5S, and waste elimination projects.
• Provide technical oversight of winding, motor, drivetrain, testing, and NVH validation.
• Lead root cause analysis and CAPA for quality, production, and field issues.
• Establish and strengthen SOPs, process controls, and standard work.
• Drive cost optimization, automation, and digital transformation initiatives.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Maintenance, and Supply Chain on launches.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, EHS, and customer standards; foster safety culture.
• Develop long-term manufacturing strategies to improve productivity and scalability.

Skills

Motor Manufacturing Processes

Drivetrain Assembly Processes

NVH Testing & Analysis

Lean Manufacturing

Capacity Planning

OEE Improvement

Work Study & MOST Analysis

PFMEA

SPC

MSA

APQP

RCA

8D

PDCA

Strategic Thinking

Team Leadership & Coaching

Problem Solving

Result Orientation

Education

B.E Mechanical / Production

Job description

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Lead and manage the complete Motor & Drivetrain manufacturing function for EV 3-Wheeler production, ensuring achievement of Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, Productivity, and People (SQCDP) targets. Drive operational excellence through strategic manpower planning, process optimization, capacity enhancement, lean manufacturing, digital transformation, and continuous improvement initiatives while building a high-performing manufacturing team.

• Lead end-to-end Motor & Drivetrain manufacturing operations to consistently achieve Safety, Quality, Cost, Delivery, and Productivity (SQCDP) targets.
• Manage and develop a team of Production Officers and shop-floor personnel, ensuring high performance, accountability, and succession readiness.
• Plan manpower, resource allocation, and capacity requirements to support current production demands and future business growth.
• Drive production execution and ensure adherence to manufacturing plans, customer commitments, and operational KPIs.
• Own and improve key manufacturing metrics including OEE, FPY, throughput, productivity, cycle time, rejection, and rework.
• Lead continuous improvement initiatives through Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, Line Balancing, Value Stream Mapping, 5S, and waste elimination projects.
• Provide technical oversight of winding, motor assembly, drivetrain assembly, testing, NVH validation, and end-of-line processes to ensure process stability and product quality.
• Drive root cause analysis and implementation of corrective and preventive actions for quality, production, and field-related issues using structured problem-solving methodologies.
• Establish, review, and strengthen SOPs, process controls, standard work practices, and manufacturing governance systems.
• Lead cost optimization, automation, and digital transformation initiatives to improve operational efficiency and manufacturing competitiveness.
• Collaborate with Engineering, Quality, Planning, Maintenance, Supply Chain, and NPD teams to support new product launches, engineering changes, and operational excellence initiatives.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, EHS, statutory requirements, customer standards, and audit expectations while fostering a strong safety culture.
• Develop and execute short-term and long-term manufacturing strategies to enhance productivity, scalability, quality performance, and operational excellence across the Motor & Drivetrain value stream.

Experience

15 to 20 yrs.

Industry Preferred

Qualifications

B.E Mechanical / Production

General Requirements

• Motor Manufacturing Processes
• Drivetrain Assembly Processes
• NVH Testing & Analysis
• Lean Manufacturing
• Capacity Planning
• OEE Improvement
• Work Study & MOST Analysis
• PFMEA, SPC, MSA, APQP
• RCA, 8D, PDCA
• Strategic Thinking
• Team Leadership & Coaching
• Problem Solving
• Result Orientation

Our commitment to Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion

At Mahindra and Mahindra Limited, we believe that diversity drives innovation, and inclusion is at the heart of everything we do. We are committed to cultivating a workplace where every individual feels valued, respected, and empowered to thrive.
We are proud to be an Equal Opportunity Employer. All qualified applicants will be considered for employment without regard to age, caste, race, religion, color, ethnic origin, gender identity, nationality, physical or mental disability, medical condition, sexual orientation, educational background, marital or domestic partnership status, pregnancy or childbirth, veteran status, citizenship status, ancestry, financial status, or any other personal characteristic protected by applicable law.
We actively encourage candidates from all backgrounds to apply and bring their unique perspectives to our teams. We are committed to ensuring an accessible and inclusive experience for all applicants.
Together, we rise by embracing differences and building a future that reflects the communities we serve.