Job Description

Key Responsibilities

• Conduct comprehensive work studies and method studies to analyze and improve manufacturing processes, layouts, and workflows in assembly, machining, and component production lines.
• Perform time studies (stopwatch, continuous, snap-back) and establish standard times, allowances, and production rates.
• Apply MOST (Maynard Operation Sequence Technique) and other Predetermined Motion Time Systems (PMTS) for accurate, consistent work measurement across repetitive and non-repetitive operations.
• Evaluate and implement latest industrial engineering tools, including digital time-study software, computer-aided work measurement systems, AI-assisted process analysis, and ergonomic assessment tools.
• Develop, maintain, and update standard data, process layouts, Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), and work instructions in SAP.
• Lead productivity improvement projects, line balancing, and cycle-time reduction initiatives to achieve targeted OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness) and cost savings.
• Collaborate with Production, Process engineering, Quality, and Cost Accounting teams to integrate work standards into costing systems, variance analysis, and budgeting.
• Provide training and guidance to shop-floor teams and junior engineers on work-study techniques and MOST application.
• Ensure all standards comply with automotive quality systems (IATF 16949/ VDA 6.3) and safety requirements.
• Conduct periodic audits of existing standards and recommend process re-engineering where required.

Required Qualifications & Experience

• Education B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or Industrial Engineering from a recognized institution.
• Professional Qualification ICWA/CMA – essential for cost-standard integration and financial impact analysis.
• Experience Minimum 10 years of hands-on experience in industrial studies, work measurement, and methods engineering specifically within the Automotive industry ( Tier-1/Tier-2 suppliers preferred).
• Proven track record of implementing time study, and method study projects that delivered measurable productivity gains and cost reductions.

Key Skills & Competencies

• Mastery of Work Study (Method Study + Work Measurement), Time Study, MOST, MTM, and related PMTS tools.
• Strong knowledge of lean manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and value-stream mapping.
• Proficiency in industrial engineering software and latest digital tools for time/motion analysis.
• Excellent analytical, observational, and problem-solving skills with attention to detail.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, shop-floor environment and influence cross-functional teams.
• Good communication and training skills.

Preferred Attributes

• Exposure to automotive-specific processes.
• Certification in Six Sigma (Green/Black Belt) or equivalent.