• Manage the Cell Assembly team on the Pilot Line to execute trial builds and chemistry changeovers (e.g., LFP to NMC or other emerging chemistries), achieving trial-run SQDC KPIs. Organize and control Cell Assembly process operations Cutting/Stacking, Ultrasonic/Laser welding, CCD/Laser vision inspection including manpower deployment and line management within the shift. Handle process/quality abnormalities and exceptions, driving problem solving using the organisation's standard problem-solving tools. 

• Coordinate with R&D, Quality, and the Pilot Line Manager to align Cell Assembly trial plans, changeover schedules, and production deliverables. Ensure timely data inputs are captured in MES/SAP to drive data-based decisions. Ensure full compliance to statutory, safety, and quality requirements (including IATF 16949), timely disposal of waste per set standards, and effective handling of non-standard procurement/consumables needed for trial builds. 

Greenfield  

• Support execution of chemistry changeovers on the Cell Assembly Pilot Line adjusting Cutting/Stacking, Ultrasonic/Laser welding, and CCD/Laser vision inspection parameters (e.g., stack alignment tolerances, weld energy/pressure, inspection thresholds) for each new chemistry with minimal downtime. 

• Support qualification of new cell designs, materials, and process parameters on the Pilot Line ahead of scale-up to mass production; capture DOE trial data and document changeover process windows for technology transfer to the Gigafactory line. 

• Work closely and collaborate with CFTs  process engineering (global/advanced PE and plant PE, ME), R&D, Quality, construction, HR, Maintenance to ensure the right physical and operational standards are in place for pilot-line trials. 

• 5–10 years leading Production/pilot-line operations in Li-ion cell, EV battery pack, or solar cell manufacturing, with NPI, process validation, or multi-chemistry changeover exposure 

• Strong knowledge of Cutting/Stacking, Ultrasonic/Laser welding, and CCD/Laser vision inspection, and how parameters shift across chemistries; skilled in exception/NG/CAPA handling and problem-solving tools (8D, Six Sigma, 7 QC, 5-Why, Fishbone, FMEA, DOE). 

• Working knowledge of IATF 16949, SAP/ERP, and MES 

• Proven cross-functional coordination with R&D and Quality to execute the Cell Assembly Pilot Line plan 

Functional 

• Ensure physicals like SOPs/WI/Check sheets are ready and well understood by Team Leaders/Operators and updated for each chemistry changeover. 

• Ensure Cell Assembly Pilot Line throughput is as per trial plan and issues are timely escalated. 

• Plan and manage manpower deployment and line management within the shift, including attendance, work allocation, and multi-skilling to support changeover-driven workload swings. 

• Drive a strong safety culture on the shop floor safety compliance, PPE discipline, risk assessments, and incident/near-miss reporting for the Cell Assembly Pilot Line, including chemistry-specific handling considerations.

• Manage non-standard procurement and consumables required for trial builds (trial materials, spares, tooling, chemistry-specific PPE), coordinating with Maintenance/SCM to avoid trial downtime. 

• Ensure 100% compliance to all statutory, safety, and quality-management-system requirements, including IATF 16949. 

• Ensure Cell Assembly zone 5S and Autonomous Maintenance compliance is 100%. 

• Log and track production, quality, and changeover data in SAP and MES, ensuring accurate real-time shop-floor data capture for traceability and reporting. 

Role Specific Qualifications/Certifications  

• B.E in (Mechanical/Electrical /Chemical), Six Sigma Certified