NPD Head Machine shop

Job Title: Head / Sr. Manager – Development (Machine Shop)
Location: Reengus, Near Jaipur, Rajasthan
Industry: Iron Casting Manufacturing (OEM Machined Parts)
Department: Product Development / Machine Shop
Reports To: Plant Head / Technical Director
Employment Type: Full-Time

Role Overview:

We are seeking a dynamic and technically skilled Development Head / Sr. Manager for our machine shop that handles iron castings and precision machining using VMC, HMC, and CNC machines. This role will be pivotal in product development, tooling strategy, jig & fixture design, and gauge development, ensuring seamless conversion of customer/OEM requirements into manufacturable solutions.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead new part development (NPD) from casting incoming to final machining and validation for OEM customers.
• Drive tooling, fixture, and gauge design aligned with quality and process control requirements.
• Work closely with design, foundry, and machining teams to ensure product feasibility and process robustness.
• Validate machining process flow, CNC/VMC/HMC programming inputs, cycle time analysis, and productivity improvement.
• Manage customer technical discussions, design reviews, and audits related to development projects.
• Support PPAP, APQP, ECN and FMEA documentation with cross-functional teams.
• Ensure on-time delivery of proto and sample parts, including dimensional and metallurgical validation.
• Continuously improve tooling life, machine utilization, and cost-effectiveness of development setups.

Required Skills & Experience:

• Bachelor's / Master's in Mechanical or Production Engineering
• 10–18 years of relevant experience in iron casting machining environments
• Strong experience in:
• Machining development of cast iron parts for OEMs
• Tooling & fixture selection/design
• Gauge and inspection methodology
• VMC / HMC / CNC process knowledge
• GD&T and 3D CAD tools (e.g., AutoCAD, SolidWorks, or similar)
• Familiarity with APQP / PPAP / ISO / IATF documentation and requirements
• Exposure to foundry processes (preferred but not mandatory)

Preferred Candidate Profile:

• Hands-on leader with strong problem-solving and analytical mindset
• Experience in OEM part development cycles (from RFQ to SOP)
• Good communication, project planning, and cross-functional coordination skills

Ready to work in a fast-paced and growing manufacturing setup

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹800,000.00 - ₹1,500,000.00 per year

Benefits:

• Leave encashment
• Provident Fund

Work Location: In person