Job Description

Purpose of the RoleThis role is responsible to manage new part development with suppliers to facilitate launch of new product or meet the various changes needed in existing products.Job Responsibility1. Design Feasibility & Supplier Selection Process:
Execute the part design received from Engineering for manufacturability of the part as Matched Pair team along with Engineering and Purchase.
Engage with supplier in early vehicle development phase to ensure quality and timely delivery of new parts (EVI - Early Vendor Involvement).
Identify, and recommend potential suppliers after receiving SOR from engineering.
Shortlist suppliers based on technical capabilities in the sourcing council by conducting technical review sign off (TRSO) along with Purchase, Engineering and FMQ.
Conduct as a CFT member, Design Failure mode and Effect Analysis (DFMEA) review, in order to ensure that all past potential Design failures are captured in the current design.2. Part development Planning Process:
Execute a plan for every part (PFEP) under the vehicle build plan.
Execute Advanced part quality plan (APQP) for every part to meet the timelines of vehicle build plan in partnership with supplier.
Study the part design and list CTQ parameters to ensure fitment and reliability of the part.
Execute Validation plan sign off mentioning test start/ end date as per Engineering agreed specifications.
Prepare part Manufacturing Planning at supplier end by creating Process Flow Diagram, Floor Plan Layout, PFMEA and RPN Reduction Plan, Facilities Preparation, Machinery & Equipment requirement, Tooling and Packaging Specifications.
Verify Tier 2 supplier Planning by validating their Tooling, Equipment, Production capacity, PPAP, Run @ Rate verification.
Execute Quality Plans which includes APQP Program Review frequency, Control Plans, Gauges / Checking Fixtures, Operator and Gauge Instructions, Boundary Samples and TGR/TGW.
Review in detail and assess readiness for Tooling Kick Off (TKO), Monitor tool development including risks associated.3. Part Development Process:
Obtain initial samples and take quality approval for the part from Quality Assurance team (IR/MR).
Execute 3 stage PPAP by Process Validation, Material Evaluation, Early Production Containment, 1st parts off serial tool, Matching / Dimensional validation, Capability Studies, Run @ Rate.
Execute Installation Quality Audit (IQA) along with production quality and supplier for proprietary and black box items.
Execute Vehicle level FTR (Fitment trail report) sign off with required CFT members.
Sign off part submission warrant (PSW) to certify that the part has been developed as per required specifications and to meet the planned volume needs.
Plan for Early production issue containment to ensure quality of early deliveries.
Prepare PPM report of the developed part for a fixed duration.4. Tool management and Cost Reduction:
Identify VAVE opportunities and Implement to achieve cost reduction targets.
Manage tool capitalisation and process pay outs.
Conduct the tool audits, get the identified issues closed and submit audit/closure reports.5. Supplier Management Process:
Conduct MSA to determine supplier health and identify improvement areas.
Execute supplier based strategy to meet the organisational requirements.
Resolve CCT issues.
Plan for demand fluctuations, create capacities as needed and monitor part supplies to meet volume forecast.Stakeholder Profiles & Nature of InteractionsInternal:Purchasing
TRSO process, Fixture/Tooling /Gauge PO release, Tooling payment.Head SQ
Admin & Functional Reporting.
Report status on project wise developmentsProduct Line
Review of project timelines, information/clarification on vehicle build plan(alpha/beta/sop)SCM
Details of newly developed parts and part handover for schedulingManufacturing
ECN change related details, quality/supply matters of development partsEngineering
Drawings & SOR, Green report approval, Engineering change approval if any, Tool kick off go aheadExternal:Suppliers
Drawings, SOR & development related process communicationDesired Candidate Profile

• Education :BE/BTech
• Relevant Experience: Experience working with Automotive Industry.
• Having comprehensive knowledge of commodity and proficiency in manufacturing process, technology, supplier base domestic & international, APQP & PPAP, Manufacturing process and tooling.

• Supplier Audits
• Statistical Process Control analysis and deployments
• Problem Solving skills
• Project Management
• Process knowledge
• SAP Material Module
• Understands technical specification of components and matches the technical side of production equipment / tools - cutting edges, such as drill bits, end mills, and inserts, that remove material through cutting, grinding, or other mechanical processes to produce the desired component.
• Know-how of materials - metals, plastics, REM's, and aggregate level understanding
• Uses know how of surface finish precision and tolerances to ensure components meet quality standards.
• Negotiates agreements (including pricing, delivery, quality, payment terms etc.) with Suppliers.
• Understands the properties of different types of plastics and tooling expertize needed.
• Understands concepts of sheet metal fabrication processes, including cutting, stamping, bending, welding, and painting
• Understands the technical specifications of sheet metal components and the tools used
• Able to perform basic checks of precision and durability of tooled plastic components.
• Understands the types of rubber like natural, synthetic, rubber compounds and production methods like molding, extrusion, and vulcanization.