Production Incharge Final Assembly

The opportunity

Join our high-voltage transformer manufacturing team at Hitachi Energy in Maneja, Vadodara, where innovation meets precision. As a Production Incharge for Tanking and Final Assembly, you will lead operations for 400kV and 765kV/HVDC class transformers. This is a unique opportunity to work with cutting-edge technology, drive continuous improvement, and lead a skilled team in a globally recognized organization. You’ll be empowered to shape processes, enhance safety and quality, and contribute to the development of sustainable energy solutions.

How you’ll make an impact

• Lead and manage final assembly operations including tanking, active part lowering, bushing assembly, oil filling, and testing

• Ensure timely execution of production schedules while maintaining high-quality standards

• Interpret and implement engineering drawings, process documents, and work instructions

• Enforce strict compliance with EHS policies and promote a zero-incident safety culture

• Conduct safety audits, toolbox talks, and risk assessments regularly

• Collaborate with QA/QC teams to ensure quality compliance and drive corrective actions

• Lead and develop a team of technicians, supervisors, and contract workers

• Identify skill gaps and implement training programs and multi-skilling initiatives

• Drive continuous improvement using Lean, 5S, and Kaizen methodologies

• Monitor and report KPIs such as productivity, downtime, rework, and first-pass yield

• Living Hitachi Energy’s core values of safety and integrity, which means taking responsibility for your own actions while caring for your colleagues and the business.

• Responsible to ensure compliance with applicable external and internal regulations, procedures, and guidelines.

Your background

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical or Electrical Engineering

• 12–15 years of experience in transformer manufacturing, with at least 7 years in 400kV or above class transformer assembly

• Strong knowledge of transformer assembly processes including core, coil, tanking, and oil systems

• Proficient in reading mechanical and electrical drawings

• Experience with ERP systems (SAP preferred)

• Strong leadership, communication, and decision-making skills

• Ability to lead unionized teams and manage conflict effectively