Shift Engineer

Ind-sphinx Precision Ltd.; Shimla district; On-site; INR 400,000 - 700,000; Full time

Job summary

Ind-sphinx Precision Ltd. is seeking a Shift Engineer to lead production on the shop floor, driving targets in quality, safety, cost, and delivery.

You will manage manpower, monitor CNC/machining, track OEE, and lead CAPA initiatives while ensuring ISO compliance and effective cross‑department coordination. The ideal candidate holds a BE/B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 3–5 years of experience in production or manufacturing operations, and is proficient in SAP and Google Workspace, able to

Qualifications

• B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering with 3–5 years in production/manufacturing.
• Experience in CNC machining and metalworking preferred.
• Knowledge of OEE, CAPA, and root cause analysis.
• Familiarity with 7 QC Tools, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing.
• Proficient with SAP and Google Workspace for production tracking.
• Willingness to work in shifts and meet targets.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily shift production to meet targets.
• Plan and allocate manpower across operations.
• Monitor CNC machining and metalworking processes.
• Track OEE, machine utilization, and performance.
• Analyze rejections and implement CAPA.
• Conduct root cause analysis to reduce defects.
• Apply 7 QC Tools, Kaizen, and Lean methods.
• Ensure ISO compliance, safety, and SOP adherence.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Stores, and other dept.
• Maintain shift-wise production and rejection reports.
• Use SAP and Google Workspace for reporting.
• Promote safety culture and continuous improvement.

Skills

Manpower planning

Production monitoring

Shop-floor management

Rejection analysis

OEE optimization

CAPA

Root cause analysis

7 QC Tools

Kaizen

Lean Manufacturing

SAP

Google Workspace

Analytical skills

Problem-solving

Team handling

Shift work

Education

B.E./B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

SAP

Google Workspace

Job description

We are seeking an energetic, target-driven, and technically sound engineering professional to join our production team as a Shift Engineer.

The selected candidate will be responsible for leading and managing shift operations to achieve production, quality, safety, cost, and delivery targets. The role involves manpower planning, rejection reduction, OEE optimization, ISO compliance, and driving continuous improvement initiatives on the shop floor.

Key Responsibilities

• Manage and monitor daily production activities during the assigned shift to achieve production targets.
• Ensure effective manpower planning, allocation, and utilization across production operations.
• Monitor CNC machining and metalworking processes to ensure smooth shop-floor operations.
• Track production performance, machine utilization, and Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE).
• Analyze production rejections, identify recurring issues, and implement corrective and preventive actions (CAPA).
• Conduct root cause analysis and implement solutions to minimize defects and production losses.
• Apply 7 QC Tools, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing practices to improve productivity and process efficiency.
• Ensure adherence to quality standards, ISO requirements, safety procedures, and standard operating procedures.
• Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Stores, and other departments to resolve production-related issues.
• Monitor material availability, machine downtime, and production bottlenecks to ensure timely delivery.
• Maintain shift-wise production reports, rejection records, and other operational documentation.
• Utilize SAP and Google Workspace for production tracking, reporting, and coordination.
• Promote a culture of workplace safety, discipline, accountability, and continuous improvement.

Desired Candidate Profile

• B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical Engineering.
• 3 - 5 years of experience in production or manufacturing operations.
• Experience in CNC machining, metalworking, or mechanical manufacturing is preferred.
• Strong knowledge of manpower planning, production monitoring, and shop-floor management.
• Hands-on understanding of rejection analysis, OEE optimization, CAPA, and root cause analysis.
• Knowledge of 7 QC Tools, Kaizen, and Lean Manufacturing principles.
• Familiarity with SAP and Google Workspace.
• Good analytical, problem-solving, and team-handling skills.
• Ability to work in shifts and achieve production targets in a manufacturing environment.