Production Engineer

Unitile; Umbargaon; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading flooring company in Gujarat is seeking a Senior Engineer/ Engineer for Production. The role involves managing production targets, optimizing workflows, and ensuring adherence to safety regulations. Candidates should have a degree in engineering and 5-8 years of experience in quality assurance or a similar role. Proficiency in documentation practices and strong leadership skills are essential for success in this position. The company offers competitive remuneration based on education and experience.

Qualifications

• 5-8 years of experience in quality assurance or a similar role.
• Strong documentation practices including SOPs and WIs.
• In-depth knowledge of product and processes.

Responsibilities

• Achieving production targets as per the production plan.
• Manage and allocate manpower and equipment.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma or relevant methodologies.
• Implement corrective actions to prevent recurrence of issues.
• Apply Lean, Six Sigma or related methods to reduce waste and boost productivity.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and company policies.
• Provide progress updates to Production Manager.

Skills

Strong team management and leadership skills

Proficient in documentation practices

Knowledge of edge banding and lamination process

Proven experience in optimizing production systems

Excellent communication skills

Multi-tasking and problem-solving skills

Hands-on knowledge of computers

Excel/MS Office

Education

Degree or Diploma in quality, industrial or mechanical engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Job description

About Unitile

Unitile is India's #1 Raised Access Flooring Brand. With over 26 years of experience, Unitile provides successful and efficacious access flooring solutions to the modernized world by comprehensively understanding the workplace environment. With exceptional product quality and an unsurpassed technical support services, Unitile is successfully redefining the structure of today’s ever-evolving workspaces with over 15,000+ clients globally.

Location

Umbergaon – Vapi, Gujarat

Job Title

Senior Engineer/ Engineer – Production- Finishing setup (Full‑Time Role)

Preferred Industry

• Primarily from Furniture, Lamination, Gypsum powder / board manufacturing, Cement plants, Large Tiles manufacturing, Process plants manufacturing
• Second Choice (Past / Additional Experience) - Large Paper / Packaging manufacturing, Light Engineering Industry, FMCG, Automobile

Key Responsibilities

• Achieving production targets as per production plan received from PPC in Finishing set up area
• Manage and allocate manpower, equipment, and materials to maximize production output from setup.
• Should be able communicate & get the work done from workmen
• Implement corrective actions to prevent the recurrence of identified issues.
• Implement Lean, Six Sigma, or other relevant methodologies to reduce waste and enhance productivity.
• Ensure that production activities adhere to all health and safety regulations and company policies.
• Implement safety protocols and guidelines to mitigate workplace hazards and risks.
• Provide regular updates on production progress, challenges, and achievements to Production manager.
• Monitor inventory levels to prevent shortages or excesses and maintain a balanced stock.
• Coordinate with inventory control teams to ensure accurate recordkeeping and timely replenishment of materials.
• Address production‑related issues in a timely manner, identifying root causes and implementing effective solutions.
• Establish and maintain an efficient production system
• Implementation of Integrated Management System (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, OHSAS 18001)
• Collaborate with Quality teams for approval on first piece samples.
• Ensure that first‑off samples meet specified quality criteria before mass production.
• Participate in cross‑functional teams in the development of new products or changes related to current products to meet customer requirements

He Shall

• Have In‑depth knowledge of product & processes he is exposed to
• Have Knowledge of Cement, Gypsum, Steel, Aluminium or similar product & processing shall be desirable
• Have Hands On experience to Continuous Improvement Environment (TPM/WCM/Six Sigma)
• Be developing and implementing production systems.
• Report on Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) in order to adhere to process and prevent the occurrence of any non‑conformity relating to product, process or system
• Plan and implement techniques for continuous improvement such as Six‑Sigma, Poka‑Yoke (Error Proofing), and Measurement System Analysis
• Participate in cross‑functional teams in the development of new products or changes related to current products in meeting customer requirements
• Participate in the development and refinement of Design and Process FMEA’s (Failure Mode and Effects Analysis)
• Identify root cause and instigate permanent corrective actions for product quality issues
• Carry out product and process auditing
• Should be ready to work in Shifts

Skills

• Strong team management and leadership skills.
• Proficient in documentation practices, including SOPs, WIs, DPRs, and OPLs.
• Knowledge of edge banding, lamination process, woodworking operations, surface preparation.
• Proven experience in establishing and optimizing production systems.
• Familiarity with continuous process plant operations.
• Excellent communication skills and ability to collaborate effectively with cross‑functional teams.
• Multi‑Tasking and Problem‑solving skills
• Should be able to work independently with minimal supervision
• Ability to work under pressure
• Excellent organizational, planning and administrative abilities
• Should have hands on knowledge of Computers using Excel, Word, PowerPoint & any ERP related to his company

Qualification And Experience

• Degree or Diploma in quality, industrial or mechanical engineering.
• 5- 8 years of experience in quality assurance or in a similar role
• Salary would be in line with the experience

Location (Relocation)

• Local or should be ready to relocate near Factory / Umbergaon / Vapi

Remuneration would be in line with the education, knowledge & experience

IT’S MUCH MORE THAN WORK HERE AT UNITILE!