Production Senior Engineer

About Us:

Join a globally respected 80+ year manufacturing company where quality is at the core of everything we build. This long-standing business unit is a leading manufacturer of process equipment which is sold into many domestic and international markets including mining, recycling, cement, food processing, and other Material handling and manufacturing industries.

Job Purpose:

Step into a high-impact role where you will lead production excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment. As a Senior Engineer – Production, you will drive efficiency, champion safety, and shape continuous improvement initiatives that directly influence product quality, delivery performance, and business success. If you enjoy solving complex shop-floor challenges and turning data into action, this role offers strong ownership and visibility.

Requirements

• Plan & Drive Production: Create and execute efficient production schedules aligned with customer delivery timelines and available manpower.
• Improve Processes: Continuously optimize production processes to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
• Solve Shop-Floor Challenges: Act as a hands-on troubleshooter to quickly resolve production issues and minimize downtime.
• Lead Safety Initiatives: Build and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring a zero-incident work environment.
• Boost Productivity: Improve Direct Labor Hours (DLH) by reducing non-productive time and maximizing manpower utilization.
• Use Data to Improve Performance: Conduct time studies and track planned vs. actual performance to drive better project and machine utilization.
• Ensure Quality & Cost Control: Deliver products that meet quality standards while managing materials, labour, and wastage within budget.
• Drive Continuous Improvement: Identify root causes using tools like 5-Why analysis and implement sustainable solutions.
• Collaborate Across Teams: Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Projects, Purchase, and Stores to ensure smooth operations.
• Lead & Develop Teams: Supervise, motivate, and guide production teams to meet targets and improve performance.
• Maximize Machine Efficiency: Reduce downtime and improve utilization through preventive maintenance and better planning.
• Ensure Compliance & Documentation: Maintain proper QMS, safety documentation, and adherence to company policies.
• Promote Sustainability: Minimize material waste and ensure proper handling of scrap and factory resources.

What We’re Looking For:

• Education: B.E. in Mechanical Engineering
• Experience: 6–8 years in production/process execution within machinery manufacturing or fabrication
• Safety Expertise: Diploma/Certification in Industrial Safety with hands-on experience
• Technical Strengths:
• Production planning & process optimization
• Time study and productivity improvement techniques
• ERP systems (SAGE preferred), MS Office, MS Project
• Knowledge of 5S and continuous improvement practices
• Work Style: Data-driven, detail-oriented, and deadline-focused
• Leadership Skills: Strong analytical ability, communication, and stakeholder and people management

Benefits

Why Join us:

• High ownership and decision-making authority on the shop floor
• Exposure to end-to-end production and project lifecycle
• Opportunity to lead impactful continuous improvement initiatives
• Career growth in a performance-driven manufacturing environment
• Working days- Monday-Friday
• Health Insurance for self and family.
• Profit Sharing programme.
• Multiple Employee centric and well-being support programmes.