3 - 6 years

8 - 13 Lacs

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Job Description

Shift Engineer (Wafering Operation) Shaping, Sawing, WGR
Location
Jamnagar, Gujarat (Candidates from across India can apply but must be open to relocate)

Industry & Department
  • Industry:

    New Solar Energy Business
  • Department:

    Wafering Operation
  • Function:

    Shaping, Sawing, Wet & WGR
  • Job Family:

    Manager

Experience & Qualification
  • Experience:

    3 to 6 Years
  • Qualification:

    BE in Mechanical Engineering, Materials Science, Mechatronics, or Manufacturing Engineering

Work Shifts
  • 6:00 AM to 2:00 PM
  • 2:00 PM to 10:00 PM
  • 10:00 PM to 6:00 AM

Job Summary
We are looking for experienced

Shift Engineers

to join our high-performance team in Jamnagar for our new solar wafering plant. You will play a key role in managing wafering processes like

Cropping, Grinding, Inspection, Gluing

, ensuring smooth production and process excellence.
The selected candidate will manage the operations in one of the subsections (Shaping, Sawing, WGR), lead a team, ensure operational safety, quality, and throughput, and collaborate with cross-functional teams. Ideal for candidates with

CNC machining, grinding, cutting, or EDM wire cutting

experience.

Key Responsibilities
Safety
  • Ensure zero Lost Time Cases (LTC) and eliminate unsafe behaviors.
  • Lead shop floor safety adherence and conduct regular safety rounds and audits.
Production
  • Lead start-up of the section with a focus on safety, quality, and zero equipment downtime.
  • Achieve production output as per plan and maintain inventory accuracy.
  • Ensure data recording and reporting via MES & ERP systems.
  • Maintain 5S standards and execute production documentation.
Quality
  • Maintain operations as per documented SOPs and quality specs.
  • Ensure process control within tolerance limits and eliminate contamination.
  • Analyze data to troubleshoot and support quality improvements.
Cost
  • Eliminate losses and improve yield across equipment and processes.
Team Management
  • Train and develop team members on technical know-how.
  • Schedule shifts, assign duties, and support team coaching.
  • Lead the team towards operational excellence and process ownership.

Preferred Experience
  • Experience working in CNC machining, grinding, cutting plant operations.
  • Hands-on with MES systems and cutting force optimization.
  • Strong leadership skills, particularly in plant start-up environments.
  • Ability to handle teams of 25+ personnel.
  • Comfortable working in high-load environments with ownership mindset.

Skills Required
  • Proficiency in MS Office (Excel, Word, PowerPoint, Teams).
  • Knowledge of ISO 9001, 14001, 45001, 50001.
  • Advantageous: Minitab, Six Sigma, SPC, Kaizen, TQM.
  • Good communication skills in English, Hindi (Gujarati is a plus).

Important Notes
  • This is a

    plant start-up role

    , requiring flexibility and readiness to stretch beyond normal hours when needed.
  • Candidate must be willing to

    relocate to Jamnagar

    and embrace a fast-paced, hands-on environment.
  • The role demands high

    ownership, leadership

    , and alignment with safety, quality, and team values.

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