JOB DESCRIPTION

PRIMARY FUNCTION

To support New Product Introduction (NPI), prototype development, new product prove-out, process validation, machining process verification, and product quality activities. The role involves hands-on machining experience in VMC and CNC Turning, interpretation of engineering drawings and GD&T, preparation of quality documentation, and coordination with cross-functional teams to ensure successful product development and launch.

JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Review customer drawings, specifications, and technical requirements to ensure product and process compliance.

• Execute prototype development and new product prove-out activities as per project plans and customer requirements.

• Operate and support machining activities involving VMC (Vertical Machining Center) and CNC Turning Machines.

• Conduct new product prove-out, process validation, process optimization, and first-off component approval.

• Perform machining process verification, quality inspection, and troubleshooting during prototype and product development activities.

• Interpret engineering drawings and apply Geometric Dimensioning and Tolerancing (GD&T) requirements during product development and machining.

• Prepare and modify 2D engineering drawings using AutoCAD.

• Participate in APQP review meetings and support preparation of key quality documents, including PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, and Process Flow Diagram (PFD).

• Coordinate CTS (Customer Technical Specification) and fixture design reviews and obtain cross-functional sign-off before implementation.

• Support fixture design review and ensure fixture requirements are aligned with product and process specifications.

• Identify and resolve technical issues during prototype trials and support production sign-off for successful product launch.

• Conduct root cause analysis using quality tools such as 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone (Ishikawa Diagram).

• Implement effective corrective and preventive actions (CAPA) to address identified technical and quality issues.

• Collaborate with Design, Production, Quality, and Customer teams to ensure successful New Product Introduction (NPI).

• Ensure prototype and production activities comply with customer quality standards, technical specifications, and project timelines.

• Support continuous improvement of machining processes to achieve improved quality, productivity, and process stability.

• Maintain appropriate technical and quality records related to prototype development, validation, trials, and product approval.

AUTHORITY

• Verify machining processes and prototype components against approved drawings, specifications, and customer requirements.

• Identify and escalate technical, quality, and process-related issues during product development and trials.

• Recommend process improvements and corrective actions based on trial results, inspection findings, and root cause analysis.

• Coordinate with relevant cross-functional teams for resolution of technical and quality issues.

• Support approval and sign-off activities for first-off components, prototype trials, and production readiness.

JOB SPECIFICATION / COMPETENCY

Education

• Diploma / BE / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.

Technical Competencies

• Hands-on experience in operating VMC and CNC Turning Machines.

• Strong knowledge of new product prove-out, process validation, and process optimization.

• Good understanding of GD&T and engineering drawing interpretation.

• Proficiency in AutoCAD for creating and modifying 2D engineering drawings.

• Knowledge of machining processes, process verification, inspection, and troubleshooting.

• Working knowledge of APQP, PPAP, PFMEA, Control Plan, and Process Flow Diagram (PFD).

• Knowledge of CTS and fixture design review processes.

• Good understanding of quality tools including 8D, 5 Whys, and Fishbone Analysis.

• Knowledge of CAPA and root cause analysis.

• Ability to work effectively with Design, Production, Quality, and Customer teams.

      Experience

• 4–6 years of relevant experience in machining, New Product Development (NPD), New Product Introduction (NPI), process validation, or a related manufacturing environment.
• Hands-on experience in VMC and CNC Turning Machines is preferred.

Behavioural Competencies

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills.

• Good communication and cross-functional coordination skills.

• Attention to detail and commitment to quality.

• Ability to work effectively under project timelines.

• Proactive approach toward identifying and resolving technical issues.

• Strong ownership of product development and launch activities.

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Successful completion of prototype and new product prove-out activities within planned timelines.

• First-off component approval and successful process validation.

• Compliance with customer drawings, specifications, and quality requirements.

• Timely completion and accuracy of APQP and quality documentation.

• Effective resolution and closure of technical and quality issues.

• Successful production sign-off and smooth product launch.

• Reduction in prototype and development-related quality issues.

• Effective implementation of corrective and preventive actions.

• Achievement of customer quality and delivery requirements.

• Contribution to machining process optimization and continuous improvement.