Production Planning Engineer

We are one of the leading & trusted manufacturers of a range of precision quality Testing Machines for Textile, Pharmaceutical & Food Industries, since 2009 across India & other countries. You can find more about us here: https://www.appleelectroniks.com

ROLE: Production Planning Engineer

LOCATION: Vadodara, Gujarat

Job Summary: The Production Planning Engineer is responsible for overseeing and optimizing the daily manufacturing operations. This includes managing production schedules, handling manpower allocation, ensuring product quality, and facilitating collaboration among cross-functional teams to achieve production targets.

Key Responsibilities:

· Develop and implement detailed production plans and schedules to meet organizational objectives.

· Monitor daily production activities to ensure adherence to established timelines and quality standards.

· Identify and address bottlenecks or inefficiencies in the production process.

· Allocate tasks and responsibilities to production staff based on skill sets and operational requirements.

· Supervise, mentor, and provide training to team members to enhance productivity and maintain high morale.

· Ensure compliance with safety protocols and company policies among all production personnel.

· Work closely with R&D Engineers to integrate new product designs into the production process.

· Coordinate with QC teams to implement quality assurance protocols and address quality-related issues promptly.

· Collaborate with Design Engineers to ensure manufacturability and optimize product designs for efficient production.

· Partner with PLC Programmers to ensure seamless integration of automation and control systems within the production line.

· Prepare and present daily production reports (DPR), highlighting key metrics, challenges, and areas for improvement.

· Maintain accurate records of production activities, inventory levels, and equipment maintenance.

· Identify opportunities for process enhancements and lead initiatives to implement lean manufacturing principles.

· Stay updated with industry best practices and emerging technologies to drive innovation within the production process.

QUALIFICATIONS:

· Bachelor’s degree in Electrical or Mechanical Engineering, Diploma DME/DEE, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.

· Proven experience in production planning or supervisory roles within the machine manufacturing industry.

· Strong understanding of manufacturing processes, quality control standards (7qc tools, MSA, SPC) and safety regulations.

· Excellent leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills.

· Proficiency in production planning software and Microsoft Office Suite.

· Ability to analyze data, generate reports (able to make DPR report, O.E.E Report), and make data-driven decisions.

· Preferred Qualifications:

· Experience with lean manufacturing methodologies and continuous improvement initiatives.

· Knowledge of PLC programming and automation systems.

Job Types: Full-time, Permanent, Fresher

Pay: ₹15,000.00 - ₹28,000.00 per month

Application Question(s):

• Have you ever made a production plan and implemented in the machine manufacturing industry with deadline & Achieved well in Time? how many projects have you complted timely or any example of production plan?
• Have you ever manage manpower, schedules, and faced any unexpected challenges during the Production process? List some unexpected challnges For example.....?

Experience:

• Production Planning: 2 years (Required)

Work Location: In person

Application Deadline: 30/08/2025
Expected Start Date: 01/08/2025