Plant Fabrication Manager – Three-Wheeler Manufacturing

Location: Domjur, Howrah, West Bengal

Industry: Electric Vehicle Manufacturing (Three-Wheelers)

Department: Production / Fabrication

Reports to: Plant Head / Operations Manager

Experience: 10–20 years in fabrication industry (preferably automotive).

Job Summary:

We are looking for an experienced and hands-on Fabrication Manager to lead and manage all fabrication activities for electric three-wheeler production at our factory in Howrah. The ideal candidate will have strong expertise in fixture design, MIG welding, and fabrication of automotive chassis and cabins, with a focus on quality, productivity, and lean operations.

Key Responsibilities:

• Lead and supervise the fabrication shop, including frame, chassis, and cabin fabrication for electric three-wheelers.

• Ensure timely production and adherence to quality standards as per design specifications.

• Oversee MIG welding operations, welding jigs, fixtures, and ensure welder skill and compliance with SOPs.

• Review and improve fabrication processes to increase efficiency, reduce rework, and enhance throughput.

• Develop and implement fixture solutions and simple jigs for manual and semi-automated welding stations.

• Coordinate with Design, Quality, and Assembly teams to ensure seamless integration of fabricated components.

• Monitor material usage, wastage, and control shop-floor inventory in coordination with stores and procurement.

• Ensure safety and compliance with statutory and EHS norms in fabrication operations.

• Provide training and technical support to welders and fabrication operators.

Desired Candidate Profile:

• B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.

• 10–20 years’ hands-on experience in fabrication management within the automotive / vehicle industry.

• Strong knowledge of MIG welding, fabrication fixtures, sheet metal, and mild steel structures.

• Exposure to automobile chassis, cabin structures, body welding, and related tolerance management.

• Familiarity with production planning tools, lean manufacturing, and basic quality control methods.

• Working knowledge of AutoCAD / SolidWorks and welding symbol interpretation preferred.

• Effective leadership, communication, and team management skills.

Compensation:

Competitive, based on experience and industry standards.

Email: info@jaidka.in