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Chief Manufacturing Head | Auto | Delhi/NCR

Delhi Permanent View Job Description
The Chief Manufacturing Head will oversee and manage all manufacturing operations, ensuring efficiency and quality standards are met. This role requires expertise in engineering and manufacturing processes within the business services industry.
  • Lead multi-plant automotive manufacturing at enterprise scale
  • Shape EV-ready electrical manufacturing for global OEMs

About Our Client

The client is a well-established automotive component manufacturer with a strong presence in electrical and electronics systems. They partner closely with leading domestic and global OEMs across conventional and emerging mobility platforms. With sustained investments in technology, automation, and EV capabilities, the organisation is scaling its manufacturing footprint and leadership bench.

Job Description

  • Define and execute manufacturing strategy aligned with OEM requirements and business growth
  • Lead multi-plant operations covering wiring harnesses, electro-mechanical assemblies, PDUs, PCBs, and final assembly
  • Own manufacturing P&L, driving productivity, cost optimisation, and margin improvement
  • Lead NPI readiness, capacity planning, automation, and EV transition initiatives
  • Drive operational excellence across OEE, yield, quality, delivery, and safety metrics
  • Resolve complex manufacturing and field quality issues using structured problem-solving tools
  • Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO standards, EHS, and electrical safety norms
  • Build and mentor senior manufacturing leadership teams and succession pipelines
  • Collaborate closely with R&D, supply chain, quality, and key suppliers to support localisation and vendor development

The Successful Applicant

A successful Chief Manufacturing Head should have:

  • A degree in engineering or a related field.
  • Proven expertise in manufacturing operations.
  • Leading multi-plants at difference geographies would be an advantage.
  • Strong leadership and team management skills.
  • Proficiency in analysing production metrics and implementing improvements.
  • Solid knowledge of safety and environmental regulations.
  • Excellent problem-solving and decision-making abilities.

What's on Offer

  • A top-tier leadership role with enterprise-level decision-making authority
  • Opportunity to shape EV-ready manufacturing strategy for future platforms
  • High visibility with senior leadership and global OEM stakeholders
  • Competitive compensation aligned with experience and impact
  • Long-term growth, stability, and the chance to build manufacturing excellence at scale



If you are passionate about engineering and manufacturing and are looking for a challenging role in Gurgaon, we encourage you to apply.

Quote job ref
JN-012026-6933894

Job summary

Function
Engineering & Manufacturing
Sub Sector
Manufacturing operations
What is your area of specialisation?
Industrial / Manufacturing
Location
Delhi
Job Type
Permanent
Job Reference
JN-012026-6933894

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