Team Lead - Equipment

Sanmina Corporation; Chennai; On-site; INR 1,200,000 - 1,600,000; Full time

Job summary

Sanmina Corporation is seeking an experienced engineer with 12–15+ years in EEE/ECE/Mech to lead jig and fixture development, validation, and tooling optimization in a manufacturing setting in Chennai. The role emphasizes CAPA, Six Sigma approaches, Kaizen activities, and collaboration with suppliers.

The candidate will drive 5S and downtime reduction efforts, coordinate cross-functional teams, and ensure timely delivery of fixtures while adhering to HIRA and EHS guidelines.

Qualifications

• Diploma in EEE/ECE/E&I/Mech with 15+ years experience OR BE with 12+ years experience.
• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills; knowledge of quality tools.
• Experience in jig and fixture development, validation and PFMEA is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Jigs and fixture development, validation and qualification.
• Preventive maintenance and continuous improvement of tooling.
• Coordinate with suppliers for on-time delivery of jigs and fixtures.
• Lead Kaizen, cost-saving projects and EHS related activities.

Skills

Hard Working

Flexible

GC Prevue

Analytical Skills

8D

4M

CAPA

Six Sigma

Problem Solving

Education

Diploma in EEE/ECE/E&I/Mech

BE in EEE/ECE/E&I/Mech

Tools

GC Prevue

Job description

Description

Sanmina Corporation (Nasdaq: SANM) is a global powerhouse in integrated manufacturing solutions serving the fastest growing segments of the global Electronics Manufacturing Services (EMS) market. We are a global engine providing the end-to-end manufacturing backbone for the world's most essential and innovative brands. Whether it's autonomous vehicles, life-saving medical tech, next-gen aerospace, or AI/cloud infrastructure - our integrated solutions don't just meet standards—they redefine them. Academic Qualification / Job Qualification: Diploma in EEE/ECE/E & I/Mech with more than 15 years experience (or) BE in EEE/ECR/E&I/Mech with more than 12 years experience Skills / competence required to perform the Job: Hard Working and Flexible. Knowledge in GC Prevue. Having good analysis skill for solving the problem Knowledge of 8D, 4M, CAPA, Six Sigma problem Solving methodology. Responsibilities: Jigs and Fixture development, Validation, Qualification and Preventive maintenance. Jigs and Fixture coordinate and continuous follow up with supplier for on time delivery. Jigs and fixtures in-house modification for product rev change. Jigs and fixtures arrangements in the rack and 5S maintaining Downtime reduction. Co-ordinate with CFT for Process Tooling improvements. CAPA need to be provided for tooling process related issues. Involve and lead Kaizen, Continuous improvement and Cost saving projects. Active participation in EHS related activities like Identification of aspects and Impacts, HIRA, Emergency preparedness , continuous improvements etc and enable to report about hazardous situations to respective supervisor / department managers as required. Authority: Authorized to take quick and correct decisions with respect to the Jigs and Fixture development as per the WI and Customer requirements. Authorized to take prompt decisions with respect to the downtime reduction.