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“Dark factories still a decade away from disrupting India’s employment market,” Sushil Baveja, CHRO, Jindal Stainless
- Sushil Baveja, CHRO at Jindal Stainless, discusses the evolving manufacturing landscape and the attractiveness of manufacturing careers compared to tech sectors in an interview with HRKatha.
- There is a shift towards manufacturing careers due to modernization, skill development opportunities, and a more appealing work ecosystem.
- More computer science and electronics engineers are now moving towards manufacturing for experiences in new technologies like AI.
- Investment in smart manufacturing at Jindal Stainless has led to the emergence of new roles and focus on upskilling the existing workforce.
- The concept of 'dark factories' (completely automated) is still years away in India, with challenges faced by SMEs in adopting such technology.
- The impact of dark factories on employment, skill development, and the manufacturing workforce in India is yet to be seen in the next decade.
- Baveja emphasizes the need for industry-academia collaboration to bridge the gap between academic curriculum and industry requirements.
- Job readiness is shifting towards skill-based hiring, focusing more on practical skills and knowledge rather than just formal qualifications.
- Jindal Stainless is working on gender diversity by creating more inclusive work environments and encouraging equal opportunities for women in manufacturing.
- Automation, wearable technology, and AI are transforming safety management at Jindal Stainless, improving workplace safety through advanced monitoring.
- As manufacturing becomes more technology-driven, the future of work in this sector will see a significant change, with a focus on employee experience and holistic development.
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