Senior Engineer - Production

Key Responsibilities

Production Operations

• Execute daily production plans as per schedule.
• Monitor welding and assembly operations to ensure target achievement.
• Ensure optimum utilization of manpower, machines, and resources.
• Control cycle time and improve productivity.
• Minimize line stoppages and production losses.

Quality Management

• Ensure adherence to welding quality standards and process parameters.
• Monitor weld defects, rejection, and rework.
• Perform root cause analysis and implement corrective actions.
• Support customer quality requirements and internal audits.

Safety & EHS

• Ensure compliance with safety standards and EHS guidelines.
• Conduct safety observations and workplace inspections.
• Promote safe work practices and PPE compliance.
• Participate in accident and near-miss investigations.

Manpower Management

• Supervise Team Leaders and Operators on the shop floor.
• Ensure proper manpower deployment and shift management.
• Conduct on-the-job training and skill development activities.
• Monitor discipline, attendance, and workplace behavior.

Process Improvement

• Implement Kaizen, Lean Manufacturing, TPM, and 5S activities.
• Identify opportunities for productivity and cost improvements.
• Participate in line balancing and process optimization projects.
• Support automation and digitalization initiatives.

Equipment & Maintenance Coordination

• Coordinate with maintenance teams for breakdown resolution.
• Ensure availability of welding robots, fixtures, jigs, and equipment.
• Support preventive and predictive maintenance activities.
• Monitor equipment performance and OEE.

Documentation & Reporting

• Maintain production records and shift reports.
• Track key production and quality metrics.
• Prepare daily MIS reports and production analysis.
• Escalate critical issues timely to management.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

• Production Target Achievement (%)
• Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Productivity (Units/Manpower)
• Rejection & Rework Rate
• Weld Quality Performance (PPM)
• Machine Downtime
• Safety Compliance & Zero Lost Time Incident
• Kaizen Implementation
• 5S Audit Score
• Training Hours and Skill Matrix Compliance

Educational Qualification

• Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Production, Automobile, Manufacturing, or Industrial Engineering.

Experience

• 5 to 8 years of experience in Automotive Manufacturing or Weld Shop operations.
• Experience in Robotic Welding, MIG/MAG Welding, Spot Welding, and Assembly Processes preferred.

Required Skills

Technical Skills

• Welding Process Knowledge
• Robotic Welding Operations
• Production Planning Execution
• Root Cause Analysis (5 Why, Fishbone, 8D)
• TPM and OEE Monitoring
• Quality Tools and Process Control
• Lean Manufacturing & Kaizen

Soft Skills

• Team Leadership
• Problem Solving
• Communication Skills
• Analytical Thinking
• Decision Making
• Conflict Management

Software Knowledge

• SAP (Preferred)
• MS Excel
• PowerPoint
• Power BI (Preferred)

Key Competencies

• Result Orientation
• People Management
• Continuous Improvement Mindset
• Safety Leadership
• Quality Focus
• Customer Orientation
• Accountability & Ownership