Production Engineer - Engine

Role & responsibilities

Store & Inventory Management

• Manage inventory of machine spare parts, cutting tools, consumables, jigs, fixtures, and related engineering materials.
• Ensure accurate inventory control through ERP/SAP and maintain real-time stock records.
• Implement and maintain FIFO (First In First Out) / FEFO (First Expire First Out) methodologies.
• Ensure complete material traceability and stock accountability.
• Conduct periodic physical stock verification and inventory reconciliation.
• Monitor inventory levels and establish reorder points to avoid stock shortages.
• Manage multiple store locations and ensure smooth store operations.

ERP, SAP & Documentation

• Perform inventory transactions through ERP/SAP systems.
• Maintain all store-related documentation, records, and verification processes.
• Generate inventory reports and analyze stock movements.
• Support ERP/software implementation and continuous improvements in store management systems.
• Release Purchase Requisitions (PR) and coordinate Purchase Orders (PO) for consumable and engineering materials.

Procurement & Vendor Management

• Develop and maintain vendor networks for machine spare parts, cutting tools, jigs, and fixtures.
• Evaluate supplier performance and support cost-saving initiatives.
• Verify supplier invoices and perform billing approval processes.
• Coordinate with procurement teams to ensure timely material availability.

Tool Engineering & Technical Support

• Support selection, development, and optimization of cutting tools, inserts, and cutters.
• Conduct machining trials and process validation activities.
• Optimize machining parameters for improved productivity and enhanced tool life.
• Provide technical support to production teams regarding tooling solutions.
• Participate in troubleshooting tooling and machining-related issues.

Jig & Fixture Development

• Design and develop jigs and fixtures using AutoCAD.
• Coordinate fabrication, modification, and validation of jigs and fixtures.
• Ensure tooling solutions meet production and quality requirements.

Process Improvement & Compliance

• Revise and update SOPs as required.
• Lead qualification activities for new processes, equipment, and projects.
• Ensure compliance with company standards, inventory policies, and audit requirements.
• Identify opportunities for operational improvements and cost reductions.

Preferred candidate profile

Any BE / B.Tech (full time)