(Manufacturing / Building Products / Modular / Doors / Tiles / Wood / UPVC windows / Bio Septic Tank preferred)
Department
Production / Manufacturing
Location
Vanagaram , Chennai , Tamil Nadu
Reporting To
Operations Manager
Job Purpose
The Production Engineer is responsible for planning, coordinating, and monitoring day-to-day production activities to ensure timely output, optimal resource utilization, quality compliance, cost control, and continuous process improvement.
Plan daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules as per sales orders and delivery commitments.
Ensure uninterrupted production flow by coordinating with stores, logistics, and maintenance teams.
Monitor production targets and take corrective actions to achieve planned output.
Process & Shopfloor Management
Supervise shopfloor operations and manpower allocation.
Ensure adherence to SOPs, work instructions, and safety standards.
Identify bottlenecks and implement process improvements for efficiency and productivity.
Quality Control
Ensure products meet quality standards and specifications.
Coordinate with QC team for in-process and final inspections.
Analyze rejection, rework, and wastage; implement corrective and preventive actions.
Material & Inventory Control
Monitor raw material consumption and minimize wastage.
Coordinate with stores for material availability, GRN, and inventory accuracy.
Ensure FIFO and proper material handling practices.
Maintenance Coordination
Coordinate with maintenance team for preventive and breakdown maintenance.
Minimize downtime through timely machine servicing and root cause analysis.
Documentation & Reporting
Maintain production reports, daily output, efficiency, and downtime reports.
Update ERP/MIS systems related to production, consumption, and work orders.
Support audits, compliance, and internal reviews.
Team Management & Training
Guide, mentor, and train operators and supervisors on processes and safety.
Monitor attendance, productivity, and discipline on the shopfloor.
Promote a culture of continuous improvement and teamwork.
Safety & Compliance
Ensure compliance with safety, statutory, and company policies.
Conduct safety talks and ensure proper use of PPE.
Key Skills & Competencies
Strong knowledge of production planning and manufacturing processes
Hands-on experience in shopfloor operations
Understanding of quality tools (5S, Kaizen, Root Cause Analysis, SOPs)
ERP/MRP system knowledge (preferred)
Good leadership and coordination skills
Problem-solving and analytical ability
Communication and reporting skills
Educational Qualification