HPDC - Production Engineer

Endurance Technologies; Shendra MIDC; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Endurance Technologies in India is seeking a Production Engineer for High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) to plan, execute, and optimize aluminum casting production for automotive and industrial applications.

You will lead scheduling, tune die casting parameters, ensure IATF/ISO compliance, manage tooling and maintenance, document PFMEA and control plans, and drive Lean/Six Sigma improvements while guiding operators and enforcing safety.

Qualifications

• Experience in planning and optimizing HPDC production lines.
• Familiarity with IATF/ISO standards and QA practices.
• Ability to analyze process data and drive improvements.
• Proficiency in PFMEA and control plan documentation.
• Knowledge of die tooling maintenance and preventive upkeep.
• Experience leading production teams and enforcing safety.
• Lean/Six Sigma exposure or certification is a plus.

Responsibilities

• Plan daily, weekly, and monthly production schedules to meet targets.
• Monitor and optimize die casting parameters to improve OEE and reduce scrap.
• Ensure IATF/ISO compliance and resolve casting defects.
• Oversee die tool maintenance and coordinate preventive upkeep.
• Maintain production records, process parameters, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma.
• Supervise operators and enforce safety protocols.

Skills

Production Planning

Process Optimization

Quality Assurance

Tool & Machine Management

Documentation

Continuous Improvement

Team Coordination

Tools

Die Casting Equipment (150650 ton)

Job description

Job Title:

High Pressure Die Casting (HPDC) - Production Engineer

Job Purpose:

Responsible for planning, executing, and optimizing HPDC production processes to achieve high efficiency, reduce rejections, and ensure consistent quality of aluminum castings for automotive and industrial applications.

Key Responsibilities

• Production Planning: Prepare daily, weekly, and monthly schedules to meet output targets.
• Process Optimization: Monitor and adjust die casting parameters (die temperature, shot profile, lubrication, cycle time) to improve OEE and reduce scrap.
• Quality Assurance: Ensure compliance with IATF/ISO standards, resolve casting defects, and maintain SOPs.
• Tool & Machine Management: Oversee die tool maintenance (150650 ton machines), coordinate with maintenance teams for preventive upkeep.
• Documentation: Maintain production records, process parameters, PFMEA, and control plans.
• Continuous Improvement: Drive initiatives using Lean/Six Sigma to enhance productivity and cost efficiency.
• Team Coordination: Supervise operators, provide training, and ensure adherence to safety protocols.