Senior Manager - Mechanical Machine Shop Maintenance

Tata Motors; Sanand; On-site; INR 1,800,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Tata Motors in Sanand, Ahmedabad, Gujarat, seeks a Senior Manager - Mechanical Maintenance Machine Shop to lead maintenance for CNC and related equipment, drive reliability, and champion safety and cost improvements.

The role demands 5–15 years in machine shop maintenance within automotive sectors, with expertise in Fanuc/Siemens controls, TPM, and Lean practices. SAP PM experience is essential; AMIE/BE qualifications preferred.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Mechanical or related field; AMIE preferred.
• 5–15 years’ hands-on machine shop maintenance in automotive sector.
• Experience with Fanuc/Siemens controls and TPM/TQM practices.

Responsibilities

• Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance for CNC/Machine Shop equipment.
• Drive OEE, MTBF/MTTR improvements and RCA-based fixes.
• Ensure SAP PM maintenance records and spare management.
• Collaborate with cross-functional teams to resolve technical issues.

Skills

CNC maintenance

Fanuc controls

Siemens PLC

Root cause analysis

Predictive maintenance

Reliability engineering

Troubleshooting

Lean manufacturing

Education

BE/B.Tech in Mechanical or related

AMIE

Tools

Marposs systems

CMM maintenance tools

Job description

Greetings from TATA MOTORS !

We are currently hiring for a Senior Manager - Mechanical Maintenance Machine Shop for our passenger vehicle facility in Sanand, Ahmedabad, Gujarat. Detailed JD as follows:

Purpose of the Role

Lead and independently manage maintenance operations for the Machine Shop to ensure world-class equipment reliability, operational excellence, and achievement of SQPDCME (Safety, Quality, Productivity, Delivery, Cost, Morale, and Environment) targets. Drive continuous improvement in machine availability, maintenance effectiveness, safety culture, and manufacturing performance through proactive maintenance strategies and technical problem-solving.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance activities for Machine Shop equipment including VMCs, HMCs, CNC machining centers, grinding machines, honing machines, robotic washing systems, CNC washing systems, fixtures, and central coolant systems.
• Drive improvements in equipment uptime, OEE, MTBF, and MTTR through structured maintenance practices and root cause analysis.
• Perform and supervise critical maintenance activities including spindle replacement, ATC maintenance, servo system troubleshooting, and hydraulic/pneumatic fault diagnosis.
• Resolve machining and quality issues arising from machine-related defects, including spindle runout, alignment, repeatability, and process capability concerns.
• Ensure accurate maintenance documentation, downtime analysis, spare management, and SAP-based maintenance records.
• Lead Kaizen, TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and Loss Cost Analysis (LCA) initiatives to enhance reliability and productivity.
• Identify and implement debottlenecking, automation, and productivity improvement opportunities to increase manufacturing capacity.
• Drive energy conservation initiatives through optimization of power consumption, compressed air usage, and utility systems.
• Develop and execute cost reduction projects through innovative maintenance practices, process improvements, and reliability enhancement initiatives.
• Collaborate with Production, Quality, Manufacturing Engineering, and other cross-functional teams for effective resolution of technical and operational challenges.
• Manage CNC, PLC, HMI, and machine program backups while ensuring data integrity and system reliability.
• Drive TPM pillar activities, maintenance standards, planned maintenance schedules, and manpower optimization.
• Ensure strict adherence to safety systems, statutory requirements, HIRA, Safe Work Practices, DuPont Safety Standards, AIA, and EHS guidelines.
• Foster a culture of safety, operational discipline, continuous improvement, and employee engagement.
• Lead team performance management, capability development, contractor management, conflict resolution, and industrial relations matters.

Technical Expertise Required

CNC & Control Systems

• MAG CNC systems
• Makino machining centers with Fanuc controls
• Siemens CNC controls (802D SL, 828D, 840D)

PLC & Automation

• Siemens PLCs (S7-200, S7-300)
• Profibus and industrial communication networks
• PLC troubleshooting, programming modifications, and diagnostics

Equipment & Processes

• Gdel Gantry Systems
• Nagel Honing Machines
• TOX Press Systems
• CES/ICOM Robotic Washing Systems
• Central Coolant Systems
• Fixture Maintenance and Precision Alignment

Inspection & Quality Systems

• Marposs Measurement Systems
• CMM Maintenance and Troubleshooting
• Machine Capability and Process Quality Improvement

Core Technical Competencies

• Hydraulic and Pneumatic Systems
• Servo Drives and Motion Control
• Reliability Engineering
• Root Cause Analysis (RCA)
• Predictive and Preventive Maintenance

Desired Candidate Profile

Education

• FULLTIME B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, or related Engineering disciplines
• AMIE Qualification

Experience

• 5-15 years of hands-on experience in Machine Shop Maintenance within Automotive, Auto Component, Engine, Powertrain, Precision Machining, or Heavy Engineering industries

Skills & Competencies

• Strong hands-on experience in CNC machine maintenance and industrial automation.
• Expertise in Fanuc and Siemens control systems.
• Experience in PLC troubleshooting, modifications, and system diagnostics.
• Sound understanding of TPM, TQM, DWM, Lean Manufacturing, and World-Class Manufacturing practices.
• Knowledge of IATF 16949, ISO standards, and manufacturing quality systems.
• Proficiency in SAP PM modules, maintenance planning, and spare management.
• Strong analytical, troubleshooting, and root cause analysis capabilities.
• Experience in reliability improvement and machine lifecycle management.

Looking forward to your application

Warm Regards,

SUJOY S. BHATTACHARYA

Senior Manager - Talent Acquisition

Corporate Human Resources

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