Diploma Engineer Trainee

CenturyPly; Thervoy Kandigai; On-site; INR 150,000 - 190,000; Full time

Job summary

CenturyPly is seeking fresh diploma graduates to support day‑to‑day production and manufacturing activities in a plant environment in Tamil Nadu. You will assist with machinery operation, quality checks, and process improvement while adhering to safety standards.

The role involves rotating shifts, collaboration with maintenance and quality teams, and ongoing on‑the‑job training to build technical and operational skills.

Qualifications

• Diploma is required and fresh graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Willingness to work in plant environment and rotating shifts.
• Understand production planning, quality control, and safety practices.

Responsibilities

• Assist in daily production and manufacturing operations according to the production plan.
• Monitor machinery and equipment to ensure smooth and continuous production.
• Support achievement of daily production targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor process parameters and report abnormalities to supervisor.
• Identify and report machine breakdowns and production delays.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and other departments to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Follow SOPs and work instructions; maintain records and reports.
• Ensure proper raw material utilization and minimize wastage.
• Maintain 5S, cleanliness, and safety compliance; adhere to PPE rules.

Skills

Production operations

Machinery operation

Quality control

5S and safety

Communication and teamwork

Data entry/reporting

Education

Diploma in Mechanical/Electrical/Production Engineering or equivalent

Tools

MS Office

Job description

Role & responsibilities :

1. Job Purpose

To support day‑to‑day production and manufacturing activities, ensure smooth operation of machinery, maintain product quality, achieve production targets, and follow safety standards while developing technical and operational skills through on‑the‑job training.

2. Key Responsibilities

• Assist in daily production and manufacturing operations as per the production plan.
• Monitor machinery and equipment to ensure smooth and continuous production.
• Support the achievement of daily production targets while maintaining quality standards.
• Monitor process parameters and report any abnormalities to the concerned supervisor.
• Identify and report machine breakdowns, production delays, and process‑related issues.
• Coordinate with maintenance, quality, and other departments to ensure uninterrupted production.
• Follow standard operating procedures (SOPs) and work instructions.
• Ensure proper utilization of raw materials and minimize material wastage.
• Maintain production records, shift reports, and process‑related documentation.
• Ensure workplace cleanliness and follow 5S practices.
• Adhere to all safety rules, PPE requirements, and environmental guidelines.
• Participate in continuous improvement activities to improve productivity and reduce downtime.
• Assist senior engineers and supervisors in troubleshooting and resolving production issues.
• Work in rotational shifts as per plant requirements.

3. Required Skills

• Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes and industrial machinery.
• Understanding of production planning, quality control, and safety practices.
• Basic troubleshooting and problem‑solving skills.
• Willingness to learn and work in a fast‑paced manufacturing environment.
• Good communication and teamwork skills.
• Basic computer knowledge for production data entry and reporting.
• Discipline, punctuality, and a proactive attitude.

4. Eligibility Criteria

• Diploma in Mechanical, Electrical, Production Engineering, ECE, Automobile or a relevant engineering discipline.
• Fresh diploma graduates are encouraged to apply.
• Candidates should be willing to work in a plant environment and rotational shifts.
• Candidates with an interest in production operations and manufacturing processes will be preferred.

5. Training & Career Development

Selected candidates will undergo structured on‑the‑job training in production processes, machinery operation, quality standards, industrial safety, and manufacturing practices. Based on performance and successful completion of training, candidates may be considered for suitable engineering positions as per company policy.