Associate Director - maintenance
Motherson Group • Aurangabad, Maharashtra • Onsite • Full-time • Publish Date:
About the Role
Motherson Group invites applications for the Associate Director - maintenance position at its Aurangabad center (Maharashtra). Anchored in the Engineering & Manufacturing group, this role combines hands-on execution across portfolio prioritization, resource allocation, and margin expansion with strategic accountability for strategic program velocity, delivery margin, and customer NPS.
In day-to-day execution, the Associate Director - maintenance partners closely with regional delivery directors, finance partners, and product sponsors to translate quarterly business priorities into talent succession pipelines and high-performing leadership pods. You will leverage Financial Modeling & Forecasting and Executive BI Dashboards alongside core competencies in Plant Operations, TPM & Kaizen, Production Planning, Lean Manufacturing to maintain high operational rigor.
The Associate Director - maintenance position at Motherson Group (Aurangabad) carries an annual CTC range of ₹28L – ₹48L per annum (approx. ₹2,33,333 – ₹4,00,000 per month gross), benchmarked to leadership / senior management standards in Engineering & Manufacturing.
Key Responsibilities
- Spearhead comprehensive plant manufacturing operations, production planning, and machine capacity utilization for Motherson Group.
- Drive Total Productive Maintenance (TPM), Kaizen, 5S, and Lean Manufacturing principles across all shop floors.
- Direct plant maintenance, supply chain coordination, equipment uptime, and safety (EHS) compliance.
- Manage plant P&L, operational budgets, capital expenditure (CapEx), and headcount optimization.
- Lead new product industrialization (NPI/NPD), tooling readiness, and SOP milestone gate reviews.
Required Qualifications & Technical Stack
- 10 to 18 years of verified leadership experience in manufacturing, automotive, or industrial plant operations.
- B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial, or Automobile Engineering (MBA or Six Sigma Black Belt is an advantage).
- Demonstrated expertise in OEE improvement, IATF 16949 quality benchmarks, and plant workforce management.
- Strong commercial acumen, budget oversight, and leadership presence.
Preferred / Bonus Qualifications
- Prior exposure to scaling high-impact client and executive stakeholder charters within Engineering & Manufacturing teams in Aurangabad or comparable Indian enterprise hubs.
- Familiarity with automation workflows, Financial Modeling & Forecasting and Executive BI Dashboards, and modern reporting standards.
- Experience mentoring cross-functional contributors or managing end-to-end delivery SLAs.
Core Technologies & Tools
Plant Operations, TPM & Kaizen, Production Planning, Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, OEE Optimization, Safety Compliance, Executive Leadership
Salary & Compensation Breakdown
Annual CTC Range: ₹28L - ₹48L / yr • Experience Benchmark: 10 - 18 Years (Lead / Director)
Annual CTC is structured between ₹28 Lakhs and ₹48 Lakhs per annum (approx. ₹2,33,333 – ₹4,00,000/month) based on interview performance, Plant Operations & TPM & Kaizen depth, and 10 to 18 years of progressive experience. Package includes fixed base pay, statutory provident fund, medical insurance, and performance-linked incentives at Motherson Group.
Perks & Benefits: Comprehensive Health & Family Insurance • Company Plant Transport Facility • Executive Performance Bonus • Subsidized Executive Cafeteria • Gratuity & PF
Work Location & Regional Hub — Aurangabad, Maharashtra (Onsite)
This Associate Director - maintenance opening is based in Aurangabad, Maharashtra under a Onsite work arrangement. Candidates located in Aurangabad or willing to operate from the Aurangabad regional corridor will collaborate directly with Motherson Group's Engineering & Manufacturing unit during standard Indian business hours.
About Motherson Group — Company Profile & Details
Motherson Group is a verified employer operating within the Engineering & Manufacturing and enterprise solutions ecosystem with active delivery operations in Aurangabad, Maharashtra. Known for structured execution across portfolio prioritization, resource allocation, and margin expansion, Motherson Group partners with regional delivery directors, finance partners, and product sponsors to build resilient products, client services, and sustainable career pathways for leadership / senior management professionals.
Industry / Practice: Engineering & Manufacturing • Regional Hub: Aurangabad, Maharashtra, India • Verification: GST & KYC Verified Employer
How to Apply for Associate Director - maintenance at Motherson Group
- Click "Apply Now" on this page and verify your candidate profile, contact details, and updated resume highlighting Plant Operations, TPM & Kaizen, Production Planning.
- Complete the role-readiness screening check confirming your 10 to 18 years of progressive experience and availability for the Aurangabad (Onsite) mandate.
- Shortlisted profiles undergo a structured evaluation with Motherson Group's Engineering & Manufacturing hiring panel focused on talent succession pipelines and high-performing leadership pods and practical problem-solving.
- Final discussion with Motherson Group leadership covering role expectations, onboarding timeline in Aurangabad, and the ₹28L – ₹48L / yr compensation package.