Specialist, SMT Production

Role Description

To ensure smooth, efficient, and high-quality production of automotive Connector Car and Car Audio products through effective planning, monitoring and optimization of the assembly lines. Act for implementation of production processes and procedures, leading productivity improvements, including new product introduction and manufacturing cell design to reduce waste, improve safety, quality, and delivery performance. In this role, you will report to the Manager, Production and Operation.

What You Will Do

• Manage daily operations for SMT & THT lines manufacturing.
• Set up, optimize & monitor SMT as well as THT production lines.
• Monitor production targets, cycle time and manpower planning to ensure output meets demand.
• Monitor, control and improve Production KPI - OEE, First pass yield, DL efficiency, Component Droppage, Scrap rate.
• Implement and maintain Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) and Work Instructions (WI).
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949, ISO 9001, ISO 14001, ISO 45001 and ESD standards.
• Coordinate with Quality and Engineering teams to address in-process defects, deviations, and audits.
• Support PPAP, FMEA, and root cause analysis (RCA) for production issues.
• Lead Kaizen and continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, 5S, Poka-Yoke, SMED).
• Optimize layout and workflow to reduce cycle time and waste.
• Monitor health and performance of assembly fixtures, jigs, tools and automated stations.
• Coordinate with maintenance for timely breakdown maintenance.
• Support NPI (New Product Introduction) and equipment validation activities.
• Train operators on new product assembly processes, safety, and quality norms.
• Ensure adherence to HARMAN’s safety policies and promote a culture of zero harm.
• Supervise daily work and performance of line operators and contract workforce.

Qualifications

• Diploma/B.E./B. Tech in Electronics, Electrical or related.
• Experience: 5–8 years in SMT operations within automotive electronics.
• Familiar with PCBA Manufacturing process.
• Hands-on with SAP PP/MM, MS Office, and data reporting tools.
• Strong problem-solving, analytical thinking, team coordination and communication.

Benefits

• Flexible work environment, allowing for full-time remote work globally for positions that can be performed outside a HARMAN or customer location.
• Access to employee discounts on world-class Harman and Samsung products (JBL, HARMAN Kardon, AKG, etc.).
• Extensive training opportunities through our own HARMAN University.
• Competitive wellness benefits.
• Tuition reimbursement.
• “Be Brilliant” employee recognition and rewards program.
• An inclusive and diverse work environment that fosters and encourages professional and personal development.