Shift Engineer - Production

Job Description

Profile Overview: The Shift Engineer Production, will be responsible for supervising and executing endto-end production activities during the assigned shift at a rigid plastic packaging manufacturing unit. This role ensures timely job setups, smooth machine operation, manpower coordination, and strict adherence to quality and safety protocols. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in plastic molding processes and be proactive in resolving production challenges to meet daily output and quality targets. Plant Location: Silvassa, Gujarat. Department: Production Industry: Rigid Plastic Packaging Manufacturing Reporting To: Production Manager / Plant Head Note: 1. Open to Fresher Engineers from CIPET, they can apply. 2. Immediate Joiners Preferred. Roles & Responsibilities: 1. Ensure smooth shift changeovers and provide proper handover. 2. Prepare and maintain daily production reports. 3. Manage shift manpower efficiently and ensure proper utilization. 4. Train workers on production procedures and safety protocols. 5. Monitor and reduce production rejections through corrective actions. 6. Implement and maintain 5S practices across the production floor. 7. Ensure plant housekeeping and machine cleanliness is up to standard. 8. Oversee mold loading and unloading activities as per the production plan. 9. Set up machines and initiate jobs as per the defined process parameters. 10.Troubleshoot process and machine-related issues to minimize downtime. 11.Update shift-wise reports and ensure correct labeling of products on each machine. 12.Monitor product weight consistency and act immediately in case of deviations. 13.Verify material availability and correct usage at machines. 14.Ensure all machine checklists are updated daily. 15.Report machine issues promptly to the maintenance team. 16.Monitor that machines are operating as per the shift production plan. 17.Review production output every two hours and highlight any shortfall or delay to the supervisor. 18.Maintain and update process parameter sheets. 19.Issue finished goods (FG) transfer notes to the store team. 20.Maintain production records and documentation as per ISO, BRC-IOP, GMP, and audit requirements Required Skills: 1. Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical, Plastics, or relevant engineering stream. 2. Having 2 to 5 years of experience in production operations within rigid plastic manufacturing. 3. Strong knowledge of molding machines (Injection, Blow, Stretch Blow, etc.). 4. Good understanding of production planning, process setting, and troubleshooting. 5. Familiarity with ISO, GMP, and BRC-IOP standards.