Auto Packing / Automation Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Operate and monitor automated production, robotic and auto-packing machines in a modular furniture manufacturing environment.
• Ensure smooth and continuous operation of PLC-controlled machines, conveyors, robotic handling systems and automated packing lines.
• Set up machines, load materials and monitor machine parameters as per production requirements.
• Perform routine checks to ensure machine performance, product quality and production targets are achieved.
• Identify and troubleshoot basic machine, electrical, pneumatic, sensor and automation-related issues.
• Attend to machine breakdowns and coordinate with maintenance/engineering teams for timely resolution.
• For technicians: support preventive maintenance, breakdown maintenance, machine commissioning and troubleshooting of automated systems.
• Monitor HMI, sensors, actuators, PLC-controlled equipment and other automation components.
• Ensure proper material handling, packing quality and adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).
• Maintain production records, machine logs, breakdown reports and other relevant documentation.
• Follow all safety, quality and 5S standards while working with automated machinery and robotic systems.
• Support continuous improvement initiatives to improve productivity, machine uptime, quality and process efficiency.
• Work effectively in a shift-based manufacturing environment and coordinate with production, quality and maintenance teams.

Preferred candidate profile

ITI / Diploma / B.E. qualification in Mechanical, Mechatronics, Electrical, Electronics, Automation or related disciplines.

• 1 to 5 years of experience in automated manufacturing, production, auto-packing, robotics or related industrial environments.
• Candidates with hands-on experience in robotic systems, automated production lines or auto-packing machines will be preferred.
• Practical exposure to PLC-controlled machines, conveyors, sensors, HMI and industrial automation systems.
• For technicians, experience in machine troubleshooting, preventive/breakdown maintenance and automation equipment is preferred.
• Basic understanding of pneumatic systems, electrical controls, sensors and industrial networks will be an advantage.
• Exposure to Industry 4.0, IoT-enabled systems, data monitoring, AMR or smart manufacturing technologies will be an added advantage.
• Ability to operate, troubleshoot and maintain automated machinery with minimal supervision.
• Strong problem-solving and analytical skills with a hands-on approach.
• Willingness to work in rotational shifts.
• Candidates from automotive, packaging, woodworking, furniture or other automated manufacturing industries are preferred.
• Good communication, teamwork, discipline and commitment to workplace safety.