Senior Engineer - Production

Senior Production Engineer

Role & responsibilities

• Plan, schedule, and supervise daily production activities to meet output, quality, and delivery targets.
• Monitor production processes and implement improvements to increase efficiency, reduce cycle time, and minimize waste
• Lead root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) for production downtime, rejections, and process deviations.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth production flow.
• Prepare and review Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and process control documents.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives (Kaizen, 5S, TPM) on the shop floor.
• Ensure compliance with safety, statutory, and environmental regulations in all production activities.
• Analyze production data (OEE, yield, downtime, scrap rate) and prepare reports for management review.
• Train, mentor, and supervise production engineers, supervisors, and operators.
• Manage manpower planning, shift scheduling, and resource allocation.
• Identify and implement cost-reduction opportunities without compromising quality or safety.
• Handle escalations related to machine breakdowns, process bottlenecks, or quality issues in coordination with Maintenance and Quality teams.

Preferred candidate profile

• Strong knowledge of manufacturing processes, machine operations, and production planning.
• Analytical and data-driven decision-making ability.
• Good communication skills able to liaise with management, peers, and shop-floor staff.
• Ability to work under pressure and manage multiple priorities in a fast-paced environment.