Production Associate

Schaeffler; Maharashtra; On-site; INR 240,000 - 480,000; Full time

Job summary

Schaeffler is seeking a floor operations professional for our manufacturing site in Maharashtra. You will execute daily workflows, schedule tasks, and contribute to meeting shift quotas while maintaining quality and safety standards.

Ideal candidates have 0–2 years in manufacturing or assembly, with a Diploma or BE in Mechanical Engineering. You will support continuous improvement efforts including Lean and 5S activities to enhance efficiency and reduce waste.

Qualifications

• 0–2 years of hands-on manufacturing or assembly experience.
• BE or Diploma in Mechanical Engineering is preferred.

Responsibilities

• Floor Operations & Scheduling: Execute daily workflow and meet shift production quotas.
• Quality Control: Conduct product inspections and track non-conforming materials to reduce waste.
• Safety & Compliance: Adhere to PPE, hazard reporting and GMP guidelines.
• Continuous Improvement: Contribute to Lean initiatives and 5S workplace organization to improve efficiency.

Skills

Lean manufacturing

5S

Quality control

Safety compliance

Education

Diploma/BE Mechanical Engineering

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Floor Operations & Scheduling: Execute daily workflow & assigned tasks and meet shift production quotas.

Key Responsibilities

• Floor Operations & Scheduling: Execute daily workflow & assigned tasks and meet shift production quotas.
• Quality Control: Follow quality assurance standards, conduct product inspections, and track non-conforming materials to reduce waste.
• Safety & Compliance: Adherence to safety protocols (e.g., PPE, hazard reporting) and uphold regulatory or Good Manufacturing Practice (GMP) guidelines.
• Continuous Improvement: Participate in Lean manufacturing initiatives, 5S workplace organization, and root cause analyses to optimize efficiency.

Qualifications & Requirements

• Experience :0–2 years of hands-on manufacturing, assembly, or equivalent experience. (DME or BE) Mechanical Engineering
• Physical: Ability to stand for prolonged periods, work in moderate-to-high noise environments, and lift up to 30 lbs (varies by industry).

Core KPIs (Key Performance Indicators)

• PPH: Units produced Per Person Hour.
• Safety Incidents: Zero reportable accidents/injuries.
• Scrap/Rework Rate: Target percentages for material waste reduction.