Job Description

Responsibilities & Key Deliverables

As the Assistant Manager - Engine Maintenance at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, Farm Division, you will be responsible for overseeing maintenance activities to ensure optimal performance and reliability of engine manufacturing equipment and utilities. Your key responsibilities include:Utilizing Analytical QC Tools to continuously monitor and enhance equipment performance and product quality. Applying ISO standards and principles such as ISO 9000, ISO TS 16949, and ISO/IEC 17025 to maintain rigorous quality management and calibration protocols. Leading Kaizen initiatives and Value Stream Mapping (VSM) to drive continuous process improvements and eliminate waste in maintenance workflows. Conducting thorough QC Story analyses and deploying MFMEA methods to identify and mitigate potential machinery failure risks proactively. Executing comprehensive troubleshooting and repair of mechanical power presses, including maintaining and optimizing operations of EOT cranes. Maintaining and repairing hydraulic and pneumatic systems integral to press machinery performance. Verifying and adjusting parallelism and perpendicularity of presses to ensure precision manufacturing outputs. Ensuring compliance with statutory, regulatory, and legal requirements related to machinery operation and safety. Monitoring key maintenance metrics such as Planned Maintenance (P.M.), Uptime, Mean Time To Repair (MTTR), and Mean Time Between Failures (MTBF) for tryout, spotting presses, and CNC machines. Overseeing maintenance and uptime of auxiliary utilities including overhead cranes, diesel generators, compressors, and forklifts to maintain uninterrupted plant operations. Planning, controlling, and managing spare parts inventory to minimize downtime and optimize maintenance schedules. Driving the implementation of Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities, with a specific focus on the Preventive Maintenance (P.M.) pillar to enhance equipment reliability and workforce engagement. Collaborating closely with cross-functional teams including production, quality, and safety to ensure seamless operations and continuous improvement. Participating in root cause analysis sessions to resolve recurring equipment issues and share best practices across units.

This role requires a hands-on approach, strategic foresight, and an ability to lead maintenance teams toward operational excellence while fostering a culture of quality, safety, and innovation.

Preferred Industries

Engine

Engineering

Automobile

Education Qualification

Educational qualifications for the Assistant Manager - Engine Maintenance role include:Bachelor's Degree in Engineering, with a strong preference for Mechanical Engineering disciplines. Additional certifications or training in Quality Management Systems (such as ISO 9001, ISO/TS 16949) and maintenance methodologies will be advantageous. Familiarity with safety standards such as OHSAS 18001 or equivalent occupational health and safety certifications is desirable. Completion of specialized courses in hydraulic and pneumatic system maintenance, CNC programming, and machinery failure analysis would be an asset.

The ideal candidate demonstrates a solid theoretical foundation combined with practical knowledge gained through formal education and continuous professional development.

General Experience

The position requires a demonstrated general experience of 5 to 11 years within relevant manufacturing and maintenance environments. Ideal candidates will have:Experience supporting and leading maintenance operations in engine or heavy engineering industries, preferably within automobile manufacturing or related sectors. Proficiency in troubleshooting complex mechanical systems and hydraulic/pneumatic equipment as applied to production resources. A proven track record in driving continuous improvement initiatives using Lean manufacturing tools such as Kaizen, VSM, and TPM. Familiarity with quality management systems and regulatory compliance requirements within an industrial setting. Strong teamwork and collaboration capabilities working with multi-disciplinary teams to achieve plant reliability and operational targets. Experience in utilizing data analytics and performance metrics to optimize maintenance strategies.

This robust experience base fosters the capacity to manage maintenance challenges effectively and deliver operational excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment.

Critical Experience

Critical experience essential for excelling as an Assistant Manager - Engine Maintenance includes:Deep expertise in applying advanced Analytical Quality Control (QC) tools to monitor and improve machinery performance. Hands-on experience with preventive and corrective maintenance techniques specifically for mechanical power presses, CNC machinery, and factory utilities such as overhead cranes and compressors. Strong competency in root cause analysis methodologies, leading effective resolution of equipment failures. Demonstrated knowledge of maintenance metrics management including Planned Maintenance (P.M.), Uptime, MTTR, and MTBF to drive maintenance efficiency and reduce unplanned downtime. Experience in managing spare parts logistics and inventory control to support maintenance activities without operational disruption. Proven ability to implement and sustain TPM programs, particularly focusing on the P.M. pillar, to enhance machine reliability and workforce involvement. Knowledge of statutory safety and regulatory compliance obligations governing manufacturing equipment maintenance. Leadership skills that enable mentoring technical teams and fostering a culture of continuous improvement, safety, and accountability.

Possessing these critical experiences ensures readiness to lead maintenance operations effectively while aligning with Mahindra & Mahindra's commitment to innovation and sustainability.

System Generated Core Skills

Analytical Thinking
Analytics
CNC Machine
CNC Programming
ISO 9000 - Quality Management
ISO TS 16949 - Quality Management
ISO/IEC 17025 Testing & Calibration
Machinery Failure Mode and Effects Analysis (MFMEA)
OHSAS 18001 - Occupational Health & Safety
Teamwork
Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

System Generated Secondary Skills

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