Experience
1 - 6 yrs
Job Location
Coimbatore, India
Vacancy
1
Designation
Junior Engineer Production
Job Type
ONSITE
Job Description
We are seeking a Junior Production Engineer to support production planning, process optimization, and shop floor management. The role involves coordinating between design, production, and quality teams to ensure timely manufacturing and delivery of equipment while maintaining quality standards and operational efficiency.
Key Responsibilities
Production Planning & Coordination
- Assist in daily production planning and scheduling
- Coordinate with design team for drawings and technical clarifications
- Plan material requirements and coordinate with stores for material availability
- Monitor production progress against schedules and targets
- Track work-in-progress (WIP) and ensure timely completion
Shop Floor Management
- Supervise fabrication, machining, and assembly operations
- Allocate jobs to workers and monitor execution
- Resolve technical issues on shop floor in coordination with senior engineers
- Ensure proper workflow and reduce production bottlenecks
- Monitor manpower utilization and productivity
Process Improvement
- Identify opportunities for process optimization and waste reduction
- Suggest improvements in manufacturing methods and practices
- Support implementation of lean manufacturing principles
- Participate in cost reduction initiatives
- Document standard operating procedures (SOPs)
Quality & Compliance
- Ensure adherence to quality standards during production
- Coordinate with quality team for inspections and approvals
- Address non-conformances and implement corrective actions
- Monitor dimensional accuracy and workmanship quality
- Ensure compliance with safety and housekeeping standards
Documentation & Reporting
- Maintain production records and daily reports
- Prepare material requirement lists (MRL) and bill of materials (BOM)
- Track production output, rejections, and rework
- Generate production status reports for management
- Maintain job cards, route sheets, and other production documents
Vendor & Purchase Coordination
- Coordinate with vendors for outsourced operations (painting, heat treatment, etc.)
- Follow up for timely delivery of bought-out components
- Inspect outsourced jobs for quality compliance
- Support purchase team with technical specifications