Sector
Automotive
Keyword

Machine

Machine Supervisor

Minimum ? ITI Mechanical

Certified training for Machine Shop Supervisor (programme aligned to ASC/Q 3505 released by Automotive Skills Development Council)

Preferably 3-4 years in various machine activities

The tasks a Machine Shop Supervisor is expected to perform include:

Supervising the end-to-end process of machine operations

Ensuring that the final product is as per the quality and production norms

Understanding the process and suggesting process improvements

Managing operational productivity, manpower and material in the shift/line

Ensuring deployment, motivation, skills improvement and overall management of the team

Creating and sustaining a safe, clean and environment-friendly workplace

Maintaining the sorting, streamlining, storage, standardization and sustenance standards across the premise

Understanding the different types of machining processes, machines and mechanics

Knowledge of the different types of tools used in the machining process

Understanding of the different types of manufacturing processes, raw materials and equipment used

Understanding of basic arithmetic and calculation methods for tolerance limits

Expertise in using measurement instruments and other inspection tools

Ability to visualize the final product output

Understanding of performance, shift roster, grievance management and overall team dynamics

Thorough understanding of the post casting process training in:

Latest casting techniques available in the market

5S and safety aspects

Problem-solving techniques

Quality management systems

Team management skills

IT and ERP awareness

Good reading, written and oral communication skills

Planning and prioritizing

Problem-solving skills

Quick decision-making

Team handling skills

Good listening skills

It is not a desk job

Needs to handle a team

Local travelling maybe a part of this job role

Part-time work and contractual jobs are not available

Work from home option is not available

Working hours

Working is 8 hours everyday for 5 days a week

It includes working in shifts and occasional over-time

Is the job suitable for a candidate with special needs?No

One may develop occupational hazards like respiratory ailments, injury due to sharp objects, burns, gas leak, electricity and accidents, etc.

Health risks include constant exposure to dust, gases, chemicals, etc.

Experience below 3-4 years -INR25,000 toINR30,000 per month

Experience 3-4 years? and above -INR30,000 toINR50,000 per month

(These figures are indicative and subject to change)

Indian Automotive Industry: The Way Forward

The growth of the Indian auto component industry in little over the first decade of the 21st century is phenomenal. The industry transformed gradually in stages, from serving just the Indian market ? majority to replacement market, to global OEMs and the replacement market. The Auto Component Manufacturers Association (ACMA) has significance for global recognition and has an impact on the GDP. It has a supporting role in the growth of the Indian automobile sector and in the future as per the Automotive Plan 2006-16, Vision 2020:21 and Automotive Sector Five Year Plan (2012 ? 17) as projected by the Department of Heavy Industry, Ministry of Heavy Industries and Public Enterprises. The growth of this sub sector has a bearing on the developments and growth of the Indian automobile industry. It is dependent on automobile industry growth ? locally and worldwide ? expanding and aftermarket. This research paper highlights the growth of the Indian auto component industry relating to Investments and Foreign Direct Investment (FDI) in equity inflows, drawing comparison with the developments and growth of the Indian automobile industry, more specifically to two wheelers, passenger cars and commercial vehicles ? domestic sales and export earnings.

Future Trends of the Indian Automotive Industry

The liberalization of the Indian industry saw significant growth in the Indian automotive industry. Today, the Indian automotive industry is a significant contributor to the Indian economy, contributing nearly 5% to the country?s GDP and about 17-18% to the kitty of indirect taxes to the government, while the investment outlay stood over Rs. 83,500 crore in 2008-09. With its wide penetration and strong influence on the country?s economic and industrial development, the auto sector is indeed one of the major drivers of our economy. Moreover, economic liberalization coupled with its technological, cost and manpower advantage have made India one of the prime business destinations for many global automotive players.

With its strong influence on the country?s economic and industrial development it is indeed one of the major drivers of our economy. Moreover, economic liberalization coupled with its technological, cost and manpower advantage have made India one of the prime business destinations for many global automotive players. The sector has moderate direct employment and significant indirect employment; it is estimated that the sector provides direct and indirect employment to over 13 million people. This means there will be an increase in job opportunities for Machine Shop Supervisors.

Automobile manufacturing companies

Automotive products and systems manufactures

Areas where automotive companies have their set-up

Cities across India