Job Description

Role Summary

BMC Group is setting up a new, automotive-grade machine shop. We are looking for a senior operations leader to build, commission, and scale the machine shop to Tier-1 standards.

This is a builder role, not a caretaker role. The incumbent will own end-to-end responsibility for productivity, quality, cost, manpower, and delivery from Day 1.

Fluent English communication is mandatory.

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Key Responsibilities

Greenfield Setup & Launch

Lead layout finalization, machine placement, utilities coordination, and commissioning Drive line balancing, takt time definition, and capacity planning Ensure smooth trials, SOP freeze, and production ramp-up
Operations & Delivery

Own daily production output, OEE, uptime, and adherence to plan Eliminate bottlenecks and firefighting through structured systems Ensure stable multi-shift operations
Quality & Compliance

Establish zero-defect culture from launch phase Lead OEM audits and internal audits (VDA 6.3 / IATF exposure preferred) Own rejection analysis, RCA, and permanent corrective actions
Cost & Productivity

Drive machining cost reduction, tool life optimization, and fixture efficiency Implement lean manufacturing, 5S, poka-yoke, and kaizen Track productivity per machine and per operator
Team & Leadership

Hire, train, and stabilize supervisors, setters, and operators Build second-line leadership and enforce shopfloor discipline Create a data-driven, accountability-oriented culture
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Candidate Profile

Mandatory

12-18 years experience in automotive machine shops (castings preferred) Prior experience in new machine shop setup / major expansion Strong hands-on exposure to CNC machining (VMC, VTL), tooling, fixtures, gauges Proven team leadership capability Fluent spoken and written English
Preferred

Tier-1 automotive background Exposure to VDA 6.3, IATF systems Lean / TPM / CI experience
Not Suitable If

Candidate has only run legacy shops without building systems Weak English communication Avoids audits, data, or accountability
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Success Criteria (Year 1)

Machine shop commissioned and stabilized as per plan Target OEE, rejection, and delivery metrics achieved Audit-ready systems in place Strong supervisory bench developed
Job Type: Full-time

Pay: ?70,000.00 - ?80,000.00 per month

Benefits:

Health insurance Paid sick time Provident Fund
Work Location: In person