Graduate Engineer Trainee

Key Responsibilities:

1. Production Planning & Execution

• Execute production plans in line with daily, weekly, and monthly targets.
• Coordinate with the planning team to ensure availability of materials and resources.
• Ensure on-time completion of production schedules.

2. Shop-Floor Management

• Supervise day-to-day shop-floor activities for V-Belt manufacturing.
• Monitor critical processes such as mixing, calendaring, building, curing, and finishing.
• Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs).

3. Manpower Handling

• Manage and allocate manpower effectively across production lines.
• Monitor operator performance and ensure discipline on the shop floor.
• Identify training needs and support skill development of workforce.

4. Quality Assurance

• Ensure products meet defined quality standards and specifications.
• Coordinate with the Quality team to address in-process and final inspection issues.
• Implement corrective and preventive actions for quality improvement.

5. Process Optimization & Efficiency Improvement

• Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce waste, and optimize processes.
• Drive initiatives for improving machine utilization and overall equipment effectiveness.
• Implement continuous improvement practices (Lean, Kaizen, 5S, etc.).

6. Machine & Resource Utilization

• Ensure optimal utilization of machines, tools, and equipment.
• Coordinate with maintenance team to minimize downtime.
• Monitor and improve line efficiency and capacity utilization.

7. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure adherence to safety standards and company policies.
• Promote a safe working environment and conduct regular safety checks.

8. Reporting & Coordination

• Prepare daily production reports and MIS.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, and Planning teams for smooth operations.
• Escalate production or process issues in a timely manner.

Key Skills & Competencies:

.Leadership and team management skills

• Problem-solving and decision-making ability
• Understanding of Lean Manufacturing & process improvement
• Good communication and coordination skills

Educational Qualification:

B.E. /B. Tech /Diploma in Mechanical / Rubber / Polymer / Industrial Engineering.

Experience:

0-2 years of experience in production, preferably in rubber / V-Belt manufacturing

Preferred Industry:

Rubber / Automotive / Power Transmission Belts

Role & responsibilities

Preferred candidate profile