Responsibilities & Key Deliverables • Lead process planning and industrialization for new models, variants, ECNs, and Paint Shop capacity enhancement projects • Manage end-to-end Paint Shop projects including facility planning, layout development, CAPEX budgeting, procurement, installation, and commissioning • Drive project execution by coordinating with cross-functional teams to ensure timely delivery within cost and quality targets • Optimize Pretreatment, CED, Sealer, Primer, Base Coat, and Top Coat processes to improve quality, productivity, and process stability • Lead paint quality improvement initiatives through root cause analysis, defect elimination, and implementation of corrective and preventive actions • Deliver cost reduction and value engineering projects through material optimization, process improvements, waste reduction initiatives, spare management, RM cost monitoring and direct material cost saving • Provide technical expertise in Paint Shop automation, robotics, conveyors, material handling systems, and advanced paint application technologies • Collaborate with stakeholders, suppliers, consultants, and equipment manufacturers on technical feasibility, design reviews, vendor selection, and project implementation • Make critical technical and operational decisions related to process performance, troubleshooting, equipment selection, and continuous improvement • Own budget planning and monitoring activities including CAPEX and revenue budgets, contract labour management, and work content estimation using MOST methodology • Track emerging trends in paint technology and industry best practices to drive innovation, sustainability, customer satisfaction, and operational excellence​‌ Preferred Industries Automobile Manufacturing Education Qualification B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical General Experience 13 - 15 years of experience in Automotive Paint Shop Process Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering or Project Management. System Generated Core Skills MOST Technique Budget Monitoring Material Cost Reduction Process Planning Process Knowledge - Paint Shop Paint Quality Paint Technology