About this role
Division BAL - Akurdi Department Materials Level / Grade L3 / EX Functional Area Component Development – Forging & Machining 1 Job Title Component Development Manager 2 Reporting Functional reporting to : Divisional Head (CD F&M) 3 Background i) Educational Qualification Desirable: B.Tech/ M.Tech (Mechanical) - IIT / NIT ii) Experience Minimum: 7 years Maximum: 12 years iii) Age Limit Minimum: 27 years Maximum: 34 years 4 Job Role & Responsibilities Role: Component Development – Gears and Shafts Responsibilities: Development of Gears and Shafts by hot & cold forging at Vendor end Drawing Feasibility & DFM Closure - - Part drawing feasibility Study and closure of DFM comments with R&D & Vendors - Preparation of initial feasibility which includes Forging dies /Cold forging tool design, Tonnage calculations, Forging Simulation study. Vendor Support & Sample Development / Project Execution - - Selection and development of potential vendors (T1 & T2) - RFQ feasibility Study, preparation of comparative chart and selection of best vendor - Selection & Procurement – MFGT (Machines, Fixtures, Gauges & Tools) Techno commercial discussion - Provide strong technical support to vendors, SIR and process improvement - Plan, co-ordinate and execute development plans within timelines at Vendor end by identifying & resolving the constraints, risks & bottle necks and quality issues. - Preparation & review of process documents such as PFMEA, PFC, Process Sheets (IPO), SPC, MSA, FTG, FPIR. Techno-Commercial Estimation (Zero-Based Costing) - - Preparation of Techno-Commercials based on Zero-based costing, Calculation of Cycle time for CNC, VMC and other applicable processes Capacity Enhancement & Process Optimization - Capacity process improvement analysis and enhancement, budgeting and techno-commercial synthesis with Vendors. 5 Competency Requirements Technical/ Functional - In-depth understanding of forging and Gear machining processes - Hands on experience with processes – Hot forging, Cold forging, CNC, VMC, Broaching, Hobing, Shaping, Shaving, Teeth grinding, teeth honing, bore honing and good knowhow of Heat Treatment for Gears & shafts Aware of Automotive standards applicable for Gears and Shafts - Din / JIS - Gear microgeometry interpretation & problem solving - Conversant with latest trends in Gear manufacturing Well versed with GD&T and tolerance stack up analysis, AutoCad, Unigraphics, Kisssoft, MS Office, ForgeNXT Good troubleshooting and problem-solving abilities with proven ability in driving process improvement and cost savings (Alternate sourcing & VA/VE). Technical & cost benchmarking with competitors in global industry Behavioral - - Excellent communication, negotiation & interpersonal skills with strong analytical, team building capabilities. - Strong relationship building & interpersonal skills, possessing a positive & flexibility-oriented attitude. 6 Likely sources Organization – Preference for OEM’s Component development and R&D proto shop group --- Hero MotoCorp, Maruti, Any 2W/4W Manufacturer ++