Assistant Manager - Blade Production
- Mundra, Gujarat
- Permanent
- Full-time
- Oversee the pre-fabrication of wind turbine blade components, including the accurate cutting and assembly of composite materials such as glass fiber and carbon fiber prepregs.
- Implement advanced techniques like automated tape laying (ATL) and automated fiber placement (AFP) to ensure precise material placement and optimal blade structure.
- Supervise the preparation and setup of molds for pre-fabrication, including ensuring proper mold release agent application and alignment of mold segments.
- Verify mold conditions and specifications to prevent defects during the blade manufacturing process.
- Manage the handling and storage of composite materials, ensuring proper environmental controls such as temperature and humidity to maintain material integrity.
- Monitor material usage and waste, implementing strategies to minimize excess and reduce costs.
- Monitor pre-fabrication processes, including resin impregnation and curing, to ensure compliance with production specifications and standards.
- Adjust process parameters as needed to address any deviations and maintain high-quality output.
- Conduct inspections of pre-fabricated components to ensure they meet design specifications and quality standards, using techniques such as visual inspections and dimensional checks.
- Implement corrective actions for any identified issues, collaborating with other teams to resolve production challenges.
- Operate and maintain pre-fabrication equipment, including automated layup machines and curing systems, ensuring optimal performance and reliability.
- Perform routine maintenance, calibration, and troubleshooting to prevent equipment malfunctions and production delays.
- Adhere to safety protocols specific to pre-fabrication processes, including proper handling of composite materials and safe operation of machinery.
- Ensure compliance with safety regulations and maintain a safe working environment through regular safety audits and training.
- Identify and implement improvements in pre-fabrication processes to enhance efficiency, reduce material waste, and improve blade quality.
- Evaluate and integrate new technologies and methods to advance pre-fabrication capabilities and production performance.
- Maintain detailed records of pre-fabrication activities, including material usage, process parameters, and quality inspection results.
- Prepare and submit reports on pre-fabrication performance, highlighting any issues encountered and actions taken.
- Engineer - Production
- Main Mould Engineer
- Post Mould Engineer
- Head - Production
- Material Suppliers
- Equipment Manufacturers
- Quality Auditors
- B.Tech/BE in Mechanical Engineering, Material Science, or related field.
- 5+ years of experience in pre-fabrication or composite material processing, with exposure to automated layup techniques.
- Understanding of pre-fabrication processes, material handling, and quality assurance in wind turbine manufacturing.