Deputy Manager - Tractor PDI

As Deputy Manager - Tractor PDI at Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd, you will lead and manage the day-to-day operations of multiple shifts within a large manufacturing facility specializing in tractor pre-dispatch inspection. Your primary responsibility will be to ensure seamless execution of operational activities that align with production targets, cost efficiencies, and quality standards, while strictly adhering to safety regulations and environmental guidelines. You will spearhead Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) initiatives to optimize equipment reliability and production uptime.

Key deliverables include monitoring overall operational performance metrics and implementing continuous improvement strategies to enhance productivity and product quality. You will oversee resource allocation, schedule adherence, and performance benchmarks, ensuring that all system components function cohesively to meet or exceed business objectives.

In addition to operational oversight, you will manage human capital by leading staffing processes, fostering talent development programs, and conducting performance evaluations. Motivating and guiding a diverse management team is critical to cultivating a culture of accountability, collaboration, and high performance.

You will maintain and build partnerships across business units, including sales and engineering departments, coordinating integrated strategies and communications that drive joint initiatives across multiple and distributed facilities within the Farm Division. Establishing robust stakeholder relationships and facilitating cross-functional collaboration will be vital to advancing Mahindra’s strategic goals in tractor manufacturing and assembly.

This role demands proactive problem-solving, strategic planning, and effective communication skills to balance operational demands with innovation and sustainable practices in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

The ideal candidate will have a strong educational foundation in engineering with qualifications such as a Bachelor of Engineering or Bachelor of Technology in Mechanical Engineering. Candidates holding a Diploma with relevant mechanical engineering experience will also be considered. A comprehensive understanding of mechanical principles, manufacturing processes, and quality systems is essential for success in this role.

Additionally, academic credentials should be complemented by continuous professional development in manufacturing operations, safety standards (e.g., OHSAS 18001), and quality management systems to stay current with industry best practices. Exposure to Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) methodologies and resource management will provide a solid basis for operational leadership.

We encourage candidates who demonstrate a commitment to lifelong learning and professional growth, as this role requires adapting to evolving technologies and compliance standards within the agricultural equipment manufacturing sector.

Candidates for the Deputy Manager - Tractor PDI position should possess 3 to 7 years of progressive experience in manufacturing operations, preferably within the automotive or heavy machinery sectors. Proven experience in facility management, quality compliance, and operations management is crucial for overseeing complex manufacturing environments.

Experience in managing multi-shift operations, driving cost and quality improvements, and implementing safety and environmental directives is highly valued. Familiarity with occupational health and safety standards such as OHSAS 18001, and participation in Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) activities will greatly benefit candidates in executing their responsibilities effectively.

Strong leadership experience managing teams, coordinating cross-functional projects, and engaging with diverse stakeholders is expected. Candidates should have demonstrated the ability to motivate teams, manage performance, and develop talent within operations settings. Additionally, experience working closely with engineering and sales functions to align operational goals with business objectives will distinguish applicants.

The critical experience sought includes expertise in leading and managing large-scale manufacturing operations, specifically related to tractor pre-dispatch inspection processes. Candidates should have a deep understanding of production workflows, quality assurance protocols, and regulatory compliance relevant to agricultural equipment manufacturing.

Hands-on experience with Total Productive Maintenance (TPM) programs is essential to optimize machinery uptime and maintain operational excellence. The ability to analyze production metrics and implement strategic initiatives that improve cost efficiencies and product quality is key to success.

Proficiency in managing staffing levels, developing operational leadership teams, and executing performance management frameworks is necessary to foster a high-performing work environment. Experience coordinating multi-departmental efforts involving engineering, sales, and business units to drive joint initiatives across multiple manufacturing sites will be critical.

Leadership competencies such as strategic business orientation, sustainability-driven decision making, customer focus, innovation, and result-driven execution are fundamental in fulfilling the mission of this role. Candidates demonstrating these competencies will be well-equipped to contribute significantly to Mahindra & Mahindra Ltd’s continued growth and excellence in the Farm Division.

Facility Management

Quality Compliance

OHSAS 18001 - Occupational Health & Safety

Total Productive Maintenance (TPM)

Operations Management

Resource Management

Staffing

Performance Management

Team Development

Team Management

Stakeholder Management