Production Engineer

Job Title: Production Engineer
Department: Production / Manufacturing
Reports To: Production Manager / Plant Head
Location: [Location]
Employment Type: Full-Time
Experience: 25 Years
Qualification: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Industrial Engineering, or related field

Key Responsibilities

Production Planning & Execution

• Plan and monitor daily production activities as per the production schedule.
• Ensure production targets are achieved within the planned time and resources.
• Monitor machine loading, manpower utilization, and production output.
• Coordinate with planning, stores, maintenance, quality, and other departments to ensure smooth production.
• Identify and resolve production bottlenecks and operational issues.

Process & Productivity Improvement

• Improve manufacturing processes to increase productivity and reduce cycle time.
• Monitor and reduce rejection, rework, scrap, downtime, and material wastage.
• Implement Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement initiatives.
• Analyze production data and identify opportunities for cost reduction.
• Support implementation of new processes, machines, tools, and manufacturing methods.

Quality & Compliance

• Ensure production is carried out according to approved drawings, specifications, work instructions, and quality standards.
• Coordinate with the Quality department to address process-related quality issues.
• Investigate root causes of defects and implement corrective and preventive actions.
• Maintain process documentation and production records.

Manpower & Shop-Floor Management

• Allocate manpower according to production requirements.
• Monitor operator performance and provide technical guidance when required.
• Ensure operators follow standard operating procedures and safety practices.
• Conduct regular shop-floor meetings and communicate production priorities.

Machine & Maintenance Coordination

• Monitor machine performance and coordinate with the Maintenance team for breakdowns and preventive maintenance.
• Ensure proper machine utilization and minimize unplanned downtime.
• Identify recurring machine-related problems and support corrective actions.

Reporting & Documentation

• Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly production reports.
• Maintain records of production quantity, rejection, downtime, efficiency, and productivity.
• Track key production KPIs and report deviations to management.
• Support audits and maintain required manufacturing documentation.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production target achievement
• Production efficiency
• Machine utilization
• Cycle-time reduction
• Rejection and rework percentage
• Scrap reduction
• Downtime reduction
• On-time production
• Labour productivity
• 5S and safety compliance

Required Skills

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing and production processes.
• Knowledge of production planning and shop-floor management.
• Good understanding of engineering drawings and manufacturing specifications.
• Problem-solving and root-cause analysis skills.
• Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, Kaizen, and continuous improvement.
• Basic knowledge of ERP/MRP systems and MS Excel.
• Good communication and team-management skills.
• Ability to work under production targets and deadlines.

Preferred Experience

• Experience in a manufacturing/industrial production environment.
• Experience with CNC, machining, fabrication, assembly, or related manufacturing processes will be an advantage.
• Experience in productivity improvement, process optimization, and quality improvement is preferred.