Assistant Engineer– Production

Saint-Gobain Group in India; Chennai; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Saint-Gobain Group in India is seeking an Assistant Engineer – Production with 2–3 years of hands-on experience in a manufacturing or process-driven environment in Chennai. The role focuses on monitoring production equipment, supporting shift operations, and ensuring safety and 5S standards on the shop floor.

You will log process parameters, assist in data analysis for continuous improvement, participate in handover meetings, and support senior engineers in root-cause investigations.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical or Production Engineering.
• 2–3 years of hands-on experience in manufacturing or process environment.
• Ability to work in a fast-paced, shift-based setting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain production equipment for optimal performance.
• Provide real-time support during shifts and coordinate with maintenance.
• Implement and sustain 5S on the production floor.
• Conduct routine safety checks and report hazards.
• Log basic process parameters and assist in data analysis.
• Participate in shift handover PCS meetings and communicate status.
• Assist senior engineers in root-cause investigations and minor troubleshooting.

Skills

SCADA/HMI monitoring

Shift-based support

5S implementation

Safety compliance

Process parameter logging

Team communication

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical/Production Engineering

Tools

SCADA/HMI software

Job description

Position Overview

Assistant Engineer – Production (2‑3years experience)

Key Responsibilities

• Monitor and maintain production equipment, ensuring optimal performance and minimal downtime.
• Provide real‑time support during shift operations, addressing issues and coordinating with maintenance teams.
• Implement and sustain 5S workplace organization standards across the production floor.
• Conduct routine safety compliance checks, report hazards, and support corrective actions.
• Log basic process parameters accurately and assist in data analysis for continuous improvement.
• Participate in shift handover PCS meetings, communicating status updates and critical information.
• Support minor troubleshooting and assist senior engineers in root‑cause investigations.

Required Skills & Competencies

• Proficient in equipment monitoring tools and SCADA/HMI interfaces.
• Familiarity with shift‑based operational support and documentation.
• Strong understanding of 5S principles and ability to drive workplace cleanliness.
• Knowledge of safety regulations (e.g., OSHA, ISO45001) and commitment to safe work practices.
• Ability to record and interpret basic process parameters (temperature, pressure, flow).
• Good communication skills for effective teamwork across shifts.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Production Engineering.
• 2–3years of hands‑on experience in a manufacturing or process‑centric environment.
• Demonstrated ability to work in a fast‑paced, shift‑based setting.

Preferred Attributes

• Experience with continuous improvement initiatives (Lean, Kaizen).
• Basic knowledge of PLC troubleshooting.
• Certification in occupational safety or 5S implementation.

Work Environment

• Shift work in a plant setting with exposure to machinery, noise, and varying temperatures.
• Use of personal protective equipment (PPE) required at all times.