Team leader

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Position: Team Leader – Genset Testing
Department: Production / Testing
Location: Ch. Sambhajinagar
Reporting To: Production Manager
Years of Experience:
• 5 to 8 years of experience in Diesel Generator (DG) Set Testing, Production, or Manufacturing Operations.
• Minimum 2 years of experience in leading a team in testing or assembly operations.
Education Qualification:
• Diploma in Electrical Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or Electrical & Electronics Engineering.
Must Have Skills:
• Hands-on experience in DG Set Testing from 15 kVA to 2500 kVA capacity.
• Sound knowledge of diesel engines, alternators, AVR systems, control panels, AMF panels, and synchronization systems.
• Ability to conduct routine, load bank, endurance, and performance testing of gensets.
• Strong understanding of electrical parameters such as voltage, current, frequency, power factor, and load distribution.
• Knowledge of troubleshooting electrical, mechanical, and control system issues during testing.
• Experience in reading electrical schematics, wiring diagrams, and GA drawings.
• Familiarity with quality standards, testing procedures, and customer inspection requirements.
• Knowledge of EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) practices during testing operations.
• Strong leadership, manpower handling, and problem-solving skills.
Key Responsibilities:
• Lead and supervise the genset testing team to achieve daily production targets.
• Ensure all DG sets are tested as per standard operating procedures and customer specifications.
• Monitor testing activities, analyze failures, and drive corrective actions.
• Ensure adherence to safety standards during testing operations.
• Maintain testing reports, quality records, and inspection documentation.
• Manage manpower allocation, shift planning, and skill development of team members.
• Lean Manufacturing, Kaizen, 5S, and problem-solving tools (Why-Why Analysis, Fishbone Diagram, etc.).

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