Sr. Engineer - Production

1. Production Operations: Plan, coordinate, and monitor daily production activities to meet targets related to volume, quality, cost, and timelines. Ensure adherence to production schedules, SOPs, GMP, and hygiene standards. Monitor key production KPIs (OEE, yield, downtime) and implement corrective actions as needed. Collaborate with quality, planning, and logistics teams for smooth workflow and product delivery. 2. Maintenance Asset Management: Coordinate preventive and breakdown maintenance of equipment and utilities to minimize downtime. Ensure availability and optimal functioning of critical machines (e.g., filling lines, CIP systems, pasteurizers). Collaborate with the maintenance team for root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective actions for recurring issues. Maintain proper documentation related to machine performance and maintenance history. 3. TPM (Total Productive Maintenance): Lead TPM implementation across the production floor. Drive focused improvement projects to eliminate losses and improve machine reliability. Facilitate cross-functional teams for autonomous maintenance and continuous skill development. Conduct periodic TPM audits and reviews. 4. Lean Manufacturing Continuous Improvement: Apply Lean tools (5S, Kaizen, SMED, VSM) to reduce waste and improve process efficiency. Lead productivity improvement initiatives and cost-saving projects. Promote a culture of continuous improvement through employee engagement and idea generation. 5. Safety, Compliance Training: Ensure compliance with health, safety, and environmental regulations. Conduct safety audits, risk assessments, and ensure corrective actions are implemented. Train and mentor operators and junior engineers on equipment handling, SOPs, and safety practices