ROLE
– Lead end-to-end execution of manufacturing line setup projects
– Drive process development and production readiness for new products
– Coordinate layout planning, equipment selection and process flow design
– Work with manufacturing engineering teams to define process capability requirements
– Ensure successful installation, FAT, SAT, commissioning and ramp-up of new production lines
– Support pilot builds, engineering builds and production validation
– Define project scope, timelines, milestones and resource plans
– Track progress using structured program management methodologies
– Identify risks, dependencies and bottlenecks and drive mitigation plans
– Ensure alignment between product design, automation, supply chain and production readiness
– Track project KPIs including timeline, cost, yield, throughput and quality metrics
– Drive structured project reviews, reporting and escalation management
– Act as the primary interface between Product, Design, Manufacturing, Automation, Quality and Supply Chain teams
– Coordinate with machine builders, system integrators and supplier partners
– Ensure technical decisions are aligned with manufacturing scalability and cost targets
– Drive cross-deployment of best practices, design learnings and process improvements across multiple projects
– Understand and influence manufacturing process development strategies
– Capture project learnings and develop standardised deployment frameworks
– Improve line setup efficiency, ramp timelines and process stability

REQUIREMENTS
– 6–10 years of experience in manufacturing engineering, industrialisation or technical program management
– Strong understanding of manufacturing process development and line deployment
– Experience leading manufacturing line setup, automation deployment or NPI programs
– Mechanical and electrical systems understanding with ability to engage in technical decision-making
– Experience working with system integrators, machine builders and equipment vendors
– Strong knowledge of program management methodologies and project tracking tools
– Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously
– Strong problem-solving and execution-oriented mindset
– High ownership of work
– Quality of work
– Approach towards problem-solving
– Dissatisfaction towards mediocre work
– Resilient attitude to bounce back after failing