Assistant Assembly Manager - Gear Box

Company Overview

Elecon Engineering Company Limited, based in Anand, Gujarat, India, is a renowned multinational specializing in manufacturing industrial gears and material handling equipment. As one of Asia's largest industrial gear producers, Elecon's diverse product range encompasses power transmission devices, material handling systems, mining machinery, and construction equipment serving global private and public sectors from a cutting-edge facility in Anand.

Role Summary and Responsibilities

• Ensure that the gear box assembly processes strictly adhere to established quality protocols, TPM (Total Productive Maintenance) standards, and methods aimed at optimizing OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).
• Lead and manage a team of assemblers to meet production goals, enhance productivity, and minimize defects in output.
• Perform routine inspections to verify compliance with Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), recognize improvement opportunities, and apply corrective measures accordingly.
• Work closely with departments such as design and procurement to troubleshoot and resolve issues related to gear box component availability or design modifications.
• Create, update, and maintain comprehensive documentation of all assembly processes, including work instructions, operational procedures, and records.

Candidate Profile and Skills

• Possess 12 to 15 years of experience in mechanical engineering roles; diploma holders with relevant exposure to gear box assembly line management are also considered.
• Have a robust understanding of the principles governing assembly operations, coupled with expertise in TPM methodologies and techniques to improve OEE.
• Demonstrate strong leadership capabilities with the aptitude to inspire and guide teams to successfully achieve organizational objectives.
• Proficient in Microsoft Office suite, particularly Word and Excel, for documentation and reporting purposes.