TM/Line Incharge - Steel Phase

Hero Motocorp; Vadodara; On-site; INR 900,000 - 1,300,000; Full time

Job summary

Hero MotoCorp is seeking a TM/Line In Charge for the Engine Plant's Steel Phase in Vadodara. The role requires hands-on operation across honing, induction hardening, and grinding processes, with 3-4 axis CNC/VMC experience on Fanuc RoboDrill and robot operations.

You will drive TPM activities, IMS documentation, and line efficiency to meet daily targets. You will oversee BOMs, tool usage, and blueprints, coordinate with workmen, and ensure quality control through PPAP-like checks and daily KPI

Qualifications

• B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 3-6 Years of relevant work experience.
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 8-12 Years of relevant work experience.

Responsibilities

• Shift production in-charge in Steel Phase and meet daily production targets with optimal resource utilization.
• Operate Nagel Honing, Induction Hardening, Honing & AWH Centered Grinders; set up, program, operate and troubleshoot Fanuc RoboDrill CNC/VMC machines.
• Oversee operation of robots (Fanuc preferred) and manage steel components like crank shafts, connecting rods and cylinder blocks.
• Implement TPM and Kaizen, reduce setup and machining times, and maintain IMS & documentation.
• Plan and execute production, estimation and reporting; lead a team, train workmen, and ensure quality inspection tools and methods.
• Ensure 5S, daily maintenance, and tool life monitoring; conduct CLRI audits and SDCA/PDCA problem-solving.

Skills

Nagel Honing

Induction Hardening

AWH Centered Grinders

Fanuc RoboDrill

Robot Operation

Blueprint Reading

IMS & Documentation

Education

B.Tech Mechanical Engineering (3-6 years)

Diploma in Mechanical Engineering (8-12 years)

Tools

CNC/VMC Machines

Fanuc RoboDrill

Fanuc Robot

Cutting Tools

Job description

As a TM/Line In charge – you will be a part of Engine Plant -Steel Phase and will report to Section Head of Steel Phase .Your role will be:

• Shift production in-charge in Steel Phase.
• Meet Daily Production Target of Engine components (Crank Shaft, Connecting Rod & Cylinder Block) produced in Steel Phase with optimum utilization of resources.

A purpose driven role for you

• Hands-on experience with operation of Nagel Honing,Induction Hardening, Honing & AWH Cantered Grinders .
• 3 and 4 axis CNC/VMC Machines Specifically Fanuc RoboDrill. (Ability to set up, program, operate and troubleshoot)
• Hands-on Experience with Operation of Robots (Fanuc Robot Preferred.)
• Experience of Steel Components Like 2 Wheeler Crank Shaft , Con Rod & Cylinder Block.
• Knowledge of the Cutting Tools.
• Able to Read blueprints and technical drawings
• Experience of TPM , Improvements such as Reduce set up time and machining time through process improvements.
• Experience of IMS (ISO & OHSAS) & Documentation.
• Experience with Production planning, execution ,estimating and reporting
• Work well independently and can Handle Workmen Directly.
• Knowledge & Hands-on Experience of Quality Inspection Tools & Methods.
• Problem Solving Techniques .

A Day in the life

• Preparation of all the documents related to DWM & their analysis e.g. control charts, Process sheets, Inspection sheets and machine check sheets.
• Daily Monitoring of Prod. Targets as per customer requirements & takt time
• Arranging and tackling manpower according to working pattern
• Maintaining the Documentation as per requirements of IMS
• Daily rejection analysis and applying the counter measures to the problems by using SDCA & PDCA approach
• Exposure of Production Measurable functions PQCDSM
• Calculating line efficiency and OEE data
• Implementation of TPM activity on shop floor
• Ensure 5S & daily maintain in working area
• Tool Life Monitoring & Tool Cost Analysis
• Leading and motivating the team to give Suggestion, perform Kaizens..
• Calculating daily model wise requirements considering PPC plan and Crank shaft,Cylinder Block & Connecting rod finish inventory in section & supermarket.
• Breaking daily requirements into shift/ line wise targets and providing resources in all lines in own shift.
• Auditing in-process, quality, safety, poke-yoke, CLRI audits, hourly production sheet and filling gaps by guiding, directing & supporting team.
• AM activity to be done on weekly basis as per plan & also during/after PM activity.
• Managing & motivating TPM circle members to achieve Zero ABCD for Circle machines.
• . Daily/Weekly communication with team members regarding their personal or professional issues.
• Daily reviewing the work performance & motivating them for their work for best work performance individually.
• Daily Review

Academic Qualification & Experience

• B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 3-6 Years of relevant work experience
• Diploma in Mechanical Engineering with 8-12 Years of relevant work experience

Technical Skills/Knowledge

• Hands-on experience with operation of Nagel Honing, Induction Hardening, Honing & AWH Cantered Grinders .
• 3 and 4 axis CNC/VMC Machines Specifically Fanuc RoboDrill. (Ability to set up, program, operate and troubleshoot)
• Hands-on Experience with Operation of Robots (Fanuc Robot Preferred.)
• Experience of Steel Components Like 2 Wheeler Crank Shaft , Con Rod & Cylinder Block.
• Knowledge of the Cutting Tools.
• Able to Read blueprints and technical drawings

Behavioural Skills

• Managing TPM activities
• Implementation of Kaizen
• Understanding of Quality & Poke-Yoke
• Promoting Safety at workplace
• Conducting CLRI audits
• Maintaining In-process audit sheets
• Monitoring production costs.
• Understanding of benchmarking process, formulation of action plan for mitigating risk related to IMS & EnMS

What will it be like to work for Hero

As theworld’s largestmanufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for the last 25 years, Hero is where you will get to work with the brightest innovators, passionate about being the best in what they do. You will become a part of India’s proudest legacy, a brand that is celebrated by 130 million Indians and is now taking over the world with its manufacturing superpower.

If you are someone who dreams big and goes after their dreams with absolute conviction, Hero is your place to be. At Hero, we are building a cutting-edge future of mobility, pushing frontiers of innovation and aiming for the very best. Choose to be with the best, choose to be your best.

About Hero

Hero MotoCorp, headquartered in New Delhi, India, is the world's largest manufacturer of motorcycles and scooters for 25 consecutive years with ~$5 billion revenue. The Company's global footprint spans 52 countries across Asia, Africa, Europe, Central and Latin America with a customer base of over 130 million. The Company operates eight manufacturing facilities - six in India and one each in Colombia and Bangladesh- along with two Research and Development centres: Centre for Innovation and Technology (CIT) in India and Tech Centre Germany (TCG).
Hero MotoCorp is driving the transition to electric mobility through VIDA, powered by Hero.

Strategic alliances with Harley-Davidson and Zero Motorcycles support the design and development of premium and electric motorcycles, respectively. Further demonstrating its commitment to the EV future, the Company has made strategic investments in two- and three-wheeler EV manufacturers, Ather Energy and Euler Motors. Hero MotoCorp is the only Indian two-wheeler manufacturer listed on the prestigious Dow Jones Sustainability Index (D/SI).

Hero MotoCorp's Executive Chairman, Dr. Pawan Munjal, was named to the 2025 TIME100 Climate List of the 100 most influential leaders driving business climate action.

Beyond mobility, Hero MotoCorp is a major global promoter of sports, including golf, football, field hockey, and cricket. Hero MotoSports Team Rally is India's flag bearer in global rally racing.