Automation Manager

Automation Manager

Role & Responsibilities

• Assembly Line Management:

  Set up assembly lines, conduct

  tact time studies

  , and perform

  cycle time optimization

  . Design, manufacture, and install jigs and fixtures.

• Process Optimization:

  Implement

  line balancing

  , assembly flow optimization, and

  cell manufacturing

  . Conduct Process Ratio (VA & NVA Study).

• Plant Engineering:

  Prepare plant layouts and implement low-cost automation concepts.

• SPM Development:

  Derive concepts for SPM design based on product application and final testing requirements. Conduct vendor evaluations and manage outsourcing.

• SPM Capability Building:

  Establish full SPM build capability within two years, covering design, component sourcing,

  PLC programming

  , assembly, and trials for various applications (e.g., continuity testing, vision inspection, leak testing, robotic gluing, laser marking, etc.).

• NPD Leadership:

  Act as a core contributing member in the

  new product development (NPD)

  process for both connector and engineering products.

• Maintenance:

  Practice

  Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

  for all SPMs, robots, and grippers.

• Team Development:

  Train, develop, and retain talent with the required skill sets.

Skills Required

• Experience in

  assembly line setup and optimization

  .
• Strong knowledge of

  line balancing, cell manufacturing, and process studies

  .
• Proficiency in

  plant layout preparation and low-cost automation

  .
• Expertise in

  SPM design and development

  , including a wide range of testing and assembly applications.
• Competency in

  PLC programming

  .
• Proven ability to contribute to the

  NPD-APQP process

  .
• Experience in practicing

  Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

  .
• Excellent skills in team development and talent management.