Lead Specialist - Production

Autoliv's primary goal is to Save More Lives. Our products never get a second chance. This is why we can never compromise on quality. We are working to increase vehicle safety by developing seatbelts, airbags and steering wheels and you can be part of our team as ROLE .

We are looking for an AMG Team Lead (Associate / Deputy Manager) to own and drive end-to-end production line performance in a high-paced, global manufacturing environment.

This role is ideal for a hands-on production leader with strong process knowledge, lean manufacturing expertise, and proven experience in the automobile industry within an MNC culture.

You will be responsible for ensuring excellence across Health & Safety, Quality, Productivity, Cost, and Delivery (P/Q/C/D) while embedding the Autoliv Production System (APS) across operations.

What You’ll Do

Production and Operations Leadership

Lead daily production operations and ensure smooth execution aligned with APS standards

Ensure manpower planning, resource optimization, and adherence to standard work instructions

Monitor production performance and drive recovery actions in case of deviations

Run daily production meetings and escalate critical issues effectively

Performance and Process Excellence

Drive productivity improvement projects and cost optimization initiatives

Implement Lean tools such as JIT, Jidoka, Line Balancing, Andon, Visual Controls, and Kaizen

Conduct MOST time studies, manpower reduction analysis, and layout optimization

Develop and maintain Value Stream Mapping (VSM) and process standardization

Quality and Compliance

Analyze quality reports and ensure corrective actions are implemented

Lead FMEA, QA networking, and quality circle activities for new process setups

Ensure compliance with labor laws, safety, and environmental standards

Continuous Improvement and APS Deployment

Champion APS implementation and best practice sharing across plants

Lead sub-region performance improvement initiatives and policy deployment

Foster a culture of continuous improvement and operational excellence

Team and People Development

Build and develop a high-performing team with defined skill profiles and training plans

Collaborate with HR for training effectiveness and capability building

Promote a “one team, one company” mindset

Stakeholder and Customer Engagement

Communicate performance metrics and ensure alignment with Autoliv business targets

Engage with customers to build strong, long-term relationships

What You Bring

12–15 years of production management experience in an assembly/process industry

Experience in multi-product, multi-customer environments

Strong ability to troubleshoot process-related issues independently

Experience in automotive or MNC manufacturing setups is essential

Technical and Functional Skills

Strong understanding of lean manufacturing and world-class manufacturing

Hands-on experience with process optimization and production systems

Knowledge of FMEA, MOST, VSM, JIT, Jidoka, and quality systems

Diploma with 15–18 years experience, or

B.E. (Mechanical / Automobile) with 12–15 years experience

Additional training in Safety is a plus

Language Skills

English (mandatory)

Kannada, Hindi (required)

Tamil (desirable)

Behavioral Competencies

Drive Customer Focus

Manage Execution

Ensure Accountability

Engage and Inspire Others

Develop People

Build Trust

Cultivate Innovation

Make Sound Decisions

Drive Collaboration

Display Global Perspective

Personal Attributes

Strong self-confidence and ownership

Result-oriented mindset

Innovative, problem-solving approach

Strong team player with leadership potential

Additional Requirements

Willingness to work in shifts

Flexibility to work 6 days a week

Ability to handle production independently with CFT support

Why This Role

This is a high-impact leadership role where you will:

Directly influence plant performance and customer satisfaction

Drive lean transformation and operational excellence

Grow into larger leadership responsibilities within a global organization

We will be more than glad to chat with you about your experience and your career goals.

In our international work setting, you will find a range of opportunities that are designed to enhance your career and personal development. Including new and different perspectives is part of what ensures the team’s success. We are committed to develop people’s skills, knowledge and creative potential. Our training and development programs emphasize technical competency, leadership development and business management skill.

More lives saved – more life lived!