PT Officer

Axalta; India; On-site; INR 600,000 - 900,000; Full time

Job summary

Axalta is seeking a PT Officer in Savli to lead the transition of new products to full-scale production and to optimise processes for quality, yield and cost efficiency.

The role requires a Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering or technology with 3–5 years in chemical/coatings environments, plus hands-on experience in automation (SCADA/PLC) and Lean Six Sigma methodologies. Expect cross-functional collaboration and rigorous data-driven decision making.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering/technology or equivalent.
• 3–5 years’ experience in chemical/coatings industry, R&D lab, or manufacturing.
• Experience with process automation and control systems.
• Knowledge of SCADA/PLC and data-driven process improvements.
• Familiarity with Lean, Six Sigma (DMAIC), DOE, SPC and root cause analysis.

Responsibilities

• Lead scale-up and transition of new/modified products from R&D to production.
• Design, test, and optimise manufacturing processes for efficiency and yield.
• Provide technical support for process safety management and PHA.
• Maintain and improve master data for reliable production information.
• Analyse manufacturing data to drive decisions and troubleshoot processes.
• Collaborate with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality and EHS on CAPA and control plans.

Skills

Process automation

SCADA

PLC

Lean Six Sigma

DOE

DMAIC

SPC

Root cause analysis

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering/technology

Tools

SCADA

PLC

Job description

## PT OfficerApply: Savli: Full time: Posted Yesterday: End Date: October 31, 2026 (28 days left to apply): 2026-19742**Job Description:*** **Scale-up and Support:** Lead the transition of new or modified products from R & D to full-scale production, ensuring process feasibility.* **Process Development & Improvement:** Design, execute, and optimise manufacturing processes through experimentation, troubleshooting, and technology upgrades to improve efficiency, reduce cycle time, enhance product quality, and deliver yield and cost improvements.* **Safety & Compliance:** Provide technical support to Process safety management (PSM), Management of Change-Technology, Process Hazard Analysis (PHA), and develop/update SOPs and batch records.* **Data Management**: Maintain and improve master data to ensure accurate and reliable production information.* **Data Analysis & Technical Support:** Analyse manufacturing data and metrics to drive decisions while troubleshooting equipment and optimizing batch and continuous processes.* **Collaborate cross-functionally** with R&D, Manufacturing, Quality, and EHS to support process control, new product alignment, and CAPA initiatives.**Required skills and qualifications*** Education: Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering / technology* Experience: 3 to 5 years of Experience in chemical/coatings industry, R&D lab, or manufacturing.* Experience with process automation and control systems.* Basic knowledge of automation and control systems, such as SCADA and PLC.* Strong knowledge of process optimization techniques including Lean manufacturing, Six Sigma (DMAIC), DOE, SPC, root cause analysis, and statistical data analysis.* Ability to read, interpret, and review P&IDs for process understanding, troubleshooting, safety, and operational support.* Working knowledge of process safety, risk assessment and compliance.* Effective communication and interpersonal skills to collaborate with cross-functional teams and stakeholders.* Ability to manage multiple projects simultaneously and meet deadlines in a fast-paced environment.* Strong project management skills with the ability to prioritise tasks and meet deadlines.Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals.**Our Company:** Axalta has remained at the forefront of the coatings industry by continually investing in innovative solutions. We engineer technologies that protect customers’ products – whether they are battling heat, light, corrosion, abrasion, moisture, or chemicals – and add dimension and beauty with colorful finishes. We have a vast and ever-evolving portfolio of brands primed to play an important part in everything from modernizing infrastructure around the world to enabling the next generation of electric and autonomous vehicles.Axalta operates its business in two segments: Performance Coatings and Mobility Coatings, which serve four end markets, including Refinish, Industrial, Light Vehicle and Commercial Vehicle, across North America, EMEA, Latin America and Asia-Pacific. Our diverse global footprint allows us to deliver solutions in over 140+ countries and coat 30 million vehicles per year. We’ve recently set an exciting 2040 carbon neutrality goal, in addition to 10 other sustainability initiatives, and we take pride in working with our customers to optimize their businesses and achieve their goals. Axalta may use technology-assisted tools, including artificial intelligence (AI), to support certain aspects of the recruitment and selection process. These tools may be used to help manage applications, identify job-related qualifications, and assist recruiter review. All hiring decisions involve human oversight and review. **Recruitment Fraud Alert**: We take candidate safety seriously. If you believe you’ve encountered a fraudulent job posting claiming to represent our company, please include a link or screenshot and report it to [e-mail]. 2 - Professionals (EEO-1 Job Categories-United States of America) We consider an individual’s qualifications, skillset, and experience to determine final salary. This role is eligible for benefits such as health insurance and paid time off. The actual offer will be at the company’s sole discretion and determined by relevant business considerations, including the final candidate’s qualifications, years of experience, skillset, and geographic location.This is an active opening for which we are recruiting to fill immediately.