Senior Manager - Process (Paint PU)

Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd; Nashik District; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 2,400,000; Full time

Job summary

Mahindra And Mahindra Ltd. is seeking a seasoned Paint Shop Process Engineer in Nashik to lead process planning, project management, and optimization of all Paint Shop operations.

You will coordinate cross-functional teams, drive CAPEX/automation initiatives, and deliver improvements in quality, productivity, and cost efficiency. The role requires 13–15 years in Automotive Paint Shop or related manufacturing engineering, with a BE/B.Tech in Mechanical.

Qualifications

• BE/B.Tech in Mechanical is required.
• 13–15 years of experience in Automotive Paint Shop Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Project Management.
• Strong knowledge of budget monitoring and material-cost reduction is required.

Responsibilities

• Lead process planning and industrialization for new models, variants, ECNs, and Paint Shop capacity enhancement projects.
• Manage end-to-end Paint Shop projects including facility planning, layout, CAPEX budgeting, procurement, installation and commissioning.
• Drive project execution by coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery within cost and quality targets.
• Optimize Pretreatment, CED, Sealer, Primer, Base Coat, and Top Coat processes to improve quality, productivity, and process stability.
• Lead paint quality improvement initiatives through root-cause analysis, defect elimination, and corrective actions.
• Deliver cost reduction and value engineering through material optimization, process improvements, waste reduction, and RM cost monitoring.
• Provide technical expertise in Paint Shop automation, robotics, conveyors, material handling systems, and advanced paint technologies.
• Collaborate with stakeholders, suppliers, consultants, and equipment manufacturers on feasibility, design reviews, vendor selection, and implementation.
• Make critical technical and operational decisions related to process performance, troubleshooting, equipment selection, and continuous improvement.
• Own budget planning and monitoring including CAPEX and revenue budgets, contract labour management, and MOST-based work content estimation.
• Track emerging trends in paint technology and industry best practices to drive innovation and sustainability.

Skills

Budget Monitoring

Material Cost Reduction

Process Planning

Process Knowledge - Paint Shop

Paint Quality

Paint Technology

Education

BE/B.Tech in Mechanical

Job description

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• Lead process planning and industrialization for new models, variants, ECNs, and Paint Shop capacity enhancement projects
• Manage end-to-end Paint Shop projects including facility planning, layout development, CAPEX budgeting, procurement, installation, and commissioning
• Drive project execution by coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery within cost and quality targets
• Optimize Pretreatment, CED, Sealer, Primer, Base Coat, and Top Coat processes to improve quality, productivity, and process stability
• Lead paint quality improvement initiatives through root cause analysis, defect elimination, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions
• Deliver cost reduction and value engineering projects through material optimization, process improvements, waste reduction initiatives, spare management, RM cost monitoring and direct material cost saving
• Provide technical expertise in Paint Shop automation, robotics, conveyors, material handling systems, and advanced paint application technologies
• Collaborate with stakeholders, suppliers, consultants, and equipment manufacturers on technical feasibility, design reviews, vendor selection, and project implementation
• Make critical technical and operational decisions related to process performance, troubleshooting, equipment selection, and continuous improvement
• Own budget planning and monitoring activities including CAPEX and revenue budgets, contract labour management, and work content estimation using MOST methodology
• Track emerging trends in paint technology and industry best practices to drive innovation, sustainability, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence

Preferred Industries

Manufacturing

Education Qualification

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical

General Experience

13 - 15 years of experience in Automotive Paint Shop Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Project Management.

System Generated Core Skills

Budget Monitoring

Material Cost Reduction

Process Planning

Process Knowledge - Paint Shop

Paint Quality

Paint Technology

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