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Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Missing parts in electronics manufacturing: Blue-collar workers, engineers
The booming electronics manufacturing sector, among the biggest Make-in-India success stories, is facing twin manpower challenges across the hierarchy spectrum: Shortage of both blue-collar shopfloor workers and top-draw engineering talent. The gap is the most acute in the AI- and robotics-embracing smartphone industry, where dedicated benefits are set to end soon, staffing executives said the broader electronics sector, which includes semiconductors, components, consumer durables and mobile phones, will need some 12 million people by FY27-28 — compared with 6 million in FY25 — of which around 10 million people are expected to face a skill gap. Curiously, the talent gap is the most evident at a time when several companies are harnessing robotics and AI to boost global competitiveness, as towering tariffs or their absence determine the quantum of future India-focused investments for brands such as Apple and Samsung. As margin-protection pressures build on smartphone makers set to lose the five-year production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme benefits next year, the adoption of newer technologies is causing the gap between talent demand and supply to widen. Only around 30% of technical graduates are industry-ready in advanced manufacturing, said executives. 'There is a large gap in available skilled labour, and the current exercises being done to tie up with colleges and leverage government initiatives is an important foundational step,' said Atul B Lall, managing director, Dixon Technologies , India's top homegrown contact manufacturer. 'It has to be scaled up, but I think it's going to be in phases, which we can take forward through global collaborations.' Dixon manufactures mobile phones, TVs, washing machines, air conditioners, and lighting equipment, and will soon start making electronic components. Job complexity Adoption of new technologies has created a notable gap, involving both complex roles such as development, automation, and advanced supply chain management , and relatively simpler engagements, such as technician roles, said experts. Quess Staffing Solutions said in the mobile phone manufacturing sector, up to 350,000 people are currently employed. But capacities are doubling every year, and the skill gap is set to widen further with the rapid expansion and adoption of new technologies. According to TeamLease, approximately 20% of new roles — double of what was needed a year before — now require advanced technical skills. 'The (wider electronics manufacturing) sector's reliance on advanced technology requires workers with updated skills, but there is often a shortage of qualified candidates,' said Kartik Narayan, CEO, Staffing, Teamlease Services. 'The industry competes with other sectors, such as technology and healthcare, which may offer higher salaries and better working conditions.' He added that only a small fraction of technical institutes has practical training facilities like SMT (surface-mount technology) lines or automated inspection systems, forcing companies to invest heavily in on-boarding and skill development internally. Shop floor staff To be sure, for blue-collar workers , the skill requirement in general hasn't changed significantly. The challenge is getting the right person available at the right time in the specific regions, because there is more demand than locally available supply, Quess said. Electronics manufacturing is concentrated in three main hubs — Tamil Nadu, parts of Karnataka, and Noida/Greater Noida. The local talent pool for shop floor jobs in these hubs is limited, necessitating migration from labour-surplus states such as Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Madhya Pradesh, said Nitin Dave, CEO, Quess. In the next 3-4 years, a large number of people from the current pool of trained freshers are expected to upgrade and potentially move to higher-skill roles, Quess added. The skill gap is set to become more significant as manufacturers start getting into component manufacturing for margin expansion, which requires higher automation and robotics deployment. 'Over the past few years, AI-driven quality checks and IoT-enabled SMT lines have transformed manufacturing processes, with nearly 65% of manufacturers adopting these advancements, leading to a 15% decline in low-skilled roles,' said Teamlease's Narayan. TeamLease added that around 60% of existing staff are being upskilled annually in automation and design.
Time of India
7 days ago
- Business
- Time of India
Missing parts in electronics manufacturing: Blue-collar workers, engineers
ADVERTISEMENT Job complexity ADVERTISEMENT ADVERTISEMENT Shop floor staff The booming electronics manufacturing sector, among the biggest Make-in-India success stories, is facing twin manpower challenges across the hierarchy spectrum: Shortage of both blue-collar shopfloor workers and top-draw engineering talent. The gap is the most acute in the AI- and robotics-embracing smartphone industry, where dedicated benefits are set to end soon, staffing executives said the broader electronics sector, which includes semiconductors, components, consumer durables and mobile phones, will need some 12 million people by FY27-28 — compared with 6 million in FY25 — of which around 10 million people are expected to face a skill the talent gap is the most evident at a time when several companies are harnessing robotics and AI to boost global competitiveness, as towering tariffs or their absence determine the quantum of future India-focused investments for brands such as Apple and margin-protection pressures build on smartphone makers set to lose the five-year production-linked incentive (PLI) scheme benefits next year, the adoption of newer technologies is causing the gap between talent demand and supply to widen. Only around 30% of technical graduates are industry-ready in advanced manufacturing, said executives.'There is a large gap in available skilled labour, and the current exercises being done to tie up with colleges and leverage government initiatives is an important foundational step,' said Atul B Lall, managing director, Dixon Technologies , India's top homegrown contact manufacturer. 'It has to be scaled up, but I think it's going to be in phases, which we can take forward through global collaborations.'Dixon manufactures mobile phones, TVs, washing machines, air conditioners, and lighting equipment, and will soon start making electronic of new technologies has created a notable gap, involving both complex roles such as development, automation, and advanced supply chain management , and relatively simpler engagements, such as technician roles, said experts. Quess Staffing Solutions said in the mobile phone manufacturing sector, up to 350,000 people are currently employed. But capacities are doubling every year, and the skill gap is set to widen further with the rapid expansion and adoption of new to TeamLease, approximately 20% of new roles — double of what was needed a year before — now require advanced technical skills.'The (wider electronics manufacturing) sector's reliance on advanced technology requires workers with updated skills, but there is often a shortage of qualified candidates,' said Kartik Narayan, CEO, Staffing, Teamlease Services. 'The industry competes with other sectors, such as technology and healthcare, which may offer higher salaries and better working conditions.'He added that only a small fraction of technical institutes has practical training facilities like SMT (surface-mount technology) lines or automated inspection systems, forcing companies to invest heavily in on-boarding and skill development be sure, for blue-collar workers , the skill requirement in general hasn't changed significantly. The challenge is getting the right person available at the right time in the specific regions, because there is more demand than locally available supply, Quess manufacturing is concentrated in three main hubs — Tamil Nadu, parts of Karnataka, and Noida/Greater local talent pool for shop floor jobs in these hubs is limited, necessitating migration from labour-surplus states such as Bihar, Jharkhand, Odisha, and Madhya Pradesh, said Nitin Dave, CEO, the next 3-4 years, a large number of people from the current pool of trained freshers are expected to upgrade and potentially move to higher-skill roles, Quess skill gap is set to become more significant as manufacturers start getting into component manufacturing for margin expansion, which requires higher automation and robotics deployment.'Over the past few years, AI-driven quality checks and IoT-enabled SMT lines have transformed manufacturing processes, with nearly 65% of manufacturers adopting these advancements, leading to a 15% decline in low-skilled roles,' said Teamlease's added that around 60% of existing staff are being upskilled annually in automation and design.
New Indian Express
10-05-2025
- Business
- New Indian Express
Dixon to manufacture Alcatel smartphones in India
Dixon Technologies' wholly-owned subsidiary, Padget Electronics, has signed a Contract Manufacturing Agreement with NxtCell India to produce smartphones for the Alcatel brand under the 'Make in India' initiative. 'We are delighted to announce that Padget Electronics has entered into a Contract Manufacturing Agreement with NxtCell India to manufacture smartphones for the iconic brand Alcatel. This strategic association with NxtCell India will further strengthen our manufacturing excellence and execution capabilities,' said Atul B Lall, vice cairman & managing drector of Dixon Technologies (India) Limited. Dixon Technologies is India's largest home-grown, design-focused electronics manufacturer, catering to the consumer durables, lighting, and mobile phone segments. The company has been actively expanding its partnerships. On April 30, 2025, Dixon announced a joint venture with Taiwanese IT hardware major Inventec to form Dixon IT Devices Private Limited (60% Dixon, 40% Inventec), focused on manufacturing notebook and desktop PCs, servers, and components. Also in April, Dixon entered a 50:50 joint venture with lighting company Signify (formerly Philips Lighting) to manufacture LED bulbs, downlights, spots, and battens. In 2024, Padget Electronics began manufacturing HP laptops, desktops, and all-in-one PCs at its facility in Tamil Nadu. Stock Performance As of May 10, 2025, Dixon Technologies' share price stood at ₹15,190, reflecting a 2.79% decline from the previous close. Over the past week, the stock has experienced a downward trend, influenced by broader market volatility and geopolitical tensions in the region. However, over the past one year, Dixon Technologies' shares have gained over 81% backed by strong financial performance. In the first 9-month of FY25, the company posted a 120% growth in revenue to Rs 28,600 crore, and 155% growth in net profit to Rs 696 crore.
Time of India
30-04-2025
- Business
- Time of India
Optiemus, Dixon sign deals with Taiwan companies
NEW DELHI: With US tariffs looming large over global manufacturing hubs, some multinational electronics component suppliers started coming to India for partnerships and joint ventures. Leading electronics contract manufacturers Dixon Technologies and Optiemus have struck partnerships with separate Taiwanese suppliers , growing their footprint in terms of product portfolio & potential client base. The development aligns with govt's focus on the Make in India programme. Sunil Vachani-led Dixon, the top homegrown electronics maker, signed a joint venture with Taiwanese Inventec for manufacturing notebook PC products, servers, and desktop PC products, including components. Dixon, which also makes computers for HP under the IT hardware PLI scheme, will hold 60% equity in the new joint venture, while Inventec will have the rest. "The joint venture marks a significant milestone for Dixon as we expand our portfolio into high-growth segments of notebooks and servers. With Dixon's operational efficiency and local expertise and Inventec's technological prowess in the IT hardware segment, we will produce high-quality products, while driving technological innovation," Atul B Lall, vice chairman of Dixon, said. Sponsored Links Sponsored Links Promoted Links Promoted Links You May Like Impressive Celebrity Tattoos: Top Photos Creative Terrace Designs Undo Inventec president Jack Tsai said Dixon brings in mature production systems, a high degree of automation and strong alignment with local govt policies. Optiemus Electronics also announced a partnership with Taiwan-based ASRock to manufacture mother boards in India. "This partnership aligns with our vision of enabling cutting-edge manufacturing capabilities in India," Optiemus group chairman Ashok Gupta said. Stay informed with the latest business news, updates on bank holidays and public holidays . AI Masterclass for Students. Upskill Young Ones Today!– Join Now
