Fabrication Engineer

Job Opening: Production Engineer – Architectural Metal Product

Location: Paramakudi Factory Unit,Tamilnadu -623 707

Job Type: Full-time, Permanent, On-site
Department: Production & Operation
Manufacturing Unit: Sri Saravana Electro Firm
Marketing Partner: Quartz Décor & Interior Pvt. Ltd., Madurai

Job Summary

We are looking for a detail-oriented and hands-on Production Engineer to lead prototype-based production, train fabricators, and finalize BOMs for architectural decorative metal products.

The role involves planning, executing, and supervising the production of items such as:

• Gates
• Railings
• Grills
• Doors & Windows
• Wall Dividers
• Lighting Structures
• Fencing Panels

You will also manage prototype builds, revise BOMs based on real production usage, and coordinate with the Design and QC teams for final product standardization.

Key Responsibilities

1. Production Planning & Scheduling

• Plan and schedule activities for prototype and regular production.
• Ensure all tools, materials, and manpower are ready.
• Track time and resources consumed during prototype builds.

2. Prototype Execution & Evaluation

• Build the first product prototype based on drawings and initial BOM.
• Supervise fabrication steps — cutting, welding, assembly, finishing.
• Identify gaps between design and real-world fabrication (e.g., missing items, over/under-estimated quantities, fabrication difficulties).

3. BOM Revision Based on Prototype

• Verify the initial BOM during prototype fabrication.
• Revise the BOM based on actual material consumption and assembly process.
• Include:
• Adjusted raw material quantities
• Additional fittings, tools, consumables
• Modified sizes or part changes based on build feedback
• Prepare the Finalised BOM after prototype validation with Design Software
• Share the final revised BOM with the Product Designer for documentation and system update.

4. Material Requirement Planning (MRP)

• Use final BOM to raise purchase requests or material issue slips.
• Ensure timely inward movement and availability of materials.

5. Train & Guide Fabricators

• Train the team using the finalised and simplified build method from the prototype.
• Explain fabrication shortcuts, jigs, or order of operation based on prototype learnings.

6. Production Supervision

• Supervise regular production after prototype approval.
• Ensure consistency in build quality and BOM adherence.

7. Quality Assurance

• Ensure build accuracy as per approved design.
• Work with Quality standard procedure like Squareness,Dimension,Product Finishes to avoid repeat defects or mismatches.

8. Safety Compliance

Enforce PPE use, proper machine handling, and clean workspace standards.

Qualifications

• Diploma / B.E. in Mechanical / Production / Fabrication Engineering
• 5+ years experience in gate or architectural metal fabrication preferred
• Ability to read and interpret 2D/3D drawings and fabrication details
• Experience in welding supervision, jig setup, and on-floor training
• Familiarity with production planning, BOM handling, and ERP systems (Zoho preferred)
• Strong team coordination and communication skills

Salary & Benefits

• ₹28,000– ₹35,000/month (based on experience and skill)
• EPF: 24% (12% company + 12% employee)
• Performance-based bonus
• Official uniform after 3-month probation

Work Schedule

• Hours: 9:00 AM – 6:00 PM (including breaks)
• Days: Monday to Saturday
• Leave: 2-day advance notice (except emergencies)
• Holidays: As per government and local holiday calendar

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent

Pay: ₹28,000.00 - ₹35,000.00 per month

Benefits:

• Provident Fund

Schedule:

• Day shift

Supplemental Pay:

• Overtime pay
• Performance bonus
• Yearly bonus

Work Location: In person