Shift Leader- Assembly

ABB Inc; Vadodara; On-site; INR 800,000 - 1,200,000; Full time

Job summary

ABB Motion in Vadodara, India, seeks an engineer to supervise daily motor assembly operations, meet production targets, and ensure quality and safety on the shop floor. The role requires coordinating with PPC, Stores, Quality, and Maintenance while supporting Kaizen and Lean initiatives.

You will also manage staffing, shifts, attendance, and overtime, maintain records, and drive continuous improvement through 5S and OEE practices. Join and help run what runs the world.

Qualifications

• Full-time engineering degree in Electrical or Mechanical.
• 2–5 years of experience in mechanical/electrical assembly and engineering drawings.
• Proven knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, and 5S.

Responsibilities

• Execute daily production plans and monitor output vs plan.
• Supervise motor assembly activities per SOPs and drawings.
• Ensure safety, 5S, and quality standards on the shop floor.
• Monitor defects, rework, productivity, and cycle time.
• Allocate staffing, shifts, attendance, and overtime.
• Coordinate with PPC, Stores, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve issues.
• Maintain production records and SAP/ERP transactions.
• Support root-cause analysis and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Ensure timely completion of work orders and handover for inspection.

Skills

Lean Manufacturing

Continuous Improvement

Kaizen

5S

VSM

Kanban

Poka-yoke

OEE

MS Excel

ERP/SAP knowledge

Education

Bachelor's degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering

Tools

MS Excel

ERP/SAP

Job description

At ABB, we help industries run leaner and cleaner—and every person here makes that happen. You’ll be empowered to lead, supported to grow, and proud of the impact we create together. Join us and help run what runs the world.This Position reports to:Assistant Manager ProductionYour role and responsibilitiesIn this role, you will have the opportunity to supervise daily motor assembly operations, achieve production targets, ensure product quality and workplace safety, and manage shop-floor manpower effectively.. Each day, you will provide regular feedback and make recommendations to management regarding issues within the production line, including production line organization, shifting priorities, and possible critical situations. You will also showcase your skills by cooperating with the unit supervisor to create an effective work environment and reinforcing production schedules and quality.The work model for the role is: #Li_OnsiteThis role is contributing to the Motion business for High Power division based in Vadodara, IndiaYou will be mainly accountable for:Execute daily production plans and monitor plan versus actual output.Supervise motor assembly activities as per SOPs, work instructions, and engineering drawings.Ensure compliance with safety standards, 5S, and quality requirements.Monitor assembly defects, rework, productivity, and cycle time. Allocate staffing and manage attendance, shift deployment, and overtime.Coordinate with PPC, Stores, Quality, and Maintenance to resolve production issues and material shortages.Maintain production records, WIP status, and SAP/ERP transactions, as applicable. Support root-cause analysis, Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, and continuous improvement initiatives. Ensure timely completion of work orders and handover of assembled motors for inspection.Qualifications for the roleFull time engineering in Electrical or Mechanical.2 to 5 years of experience with basic knowledge of mechanical/electrical assembly processes and engineering drawings.Lean Manufacturing, Continuous Improvement, Productivity Improvement, Kaizen, 5S. Understanding of VSM, VSD Kanban, Poka-yoke, OEE, builds effective, skilled, and productive teams. Basic MS Excel and ERP/SAP knowledge preferred.Understanding of production planning, quality control, and shop-floor safety.Willingness to work in shifts. Manages relationships with stakeholders in their own area of responsibility and ensures alignment.Key Performance IndicatorsProduction plan completion and productivity.First-time-right quality and rework reduction.Manpower utilization and overtime control.Safety compliance and 5S performance.Timely work-order completion.More about usABB Motion provides pioneering technology, products, solutions and related services to industrial customers to increase energy efficiency, improve safety and reliability, and maintain precise control over processes. The portfolio includes motors, generators and drives for a wide range of applications in all industrial sectors.We value people from different backgrounds. Could this be your story? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to read more about us and learn about the impact of our solutions across the globe. #MyABBStoryBuilding a cleaner, smarter future takes all kinds of minds: the curious, the courageous, and the creative. We welcome people from all backgrounds and experiences.Ready to make an impact? Apply today or visit www.abb.com to learn more about the impact of our solutions across the globe.Recruitment Fraud WarningABB never asks for payment from job applicants. All genuine job offers follow a formal application and interview process.View current job openings and apply at: https://careers.abb/global/en/homeFor more information, read our full fraud warning notice at: https://global.abb/group/en/careers/how-to-apply/fraud-warning