Junior Production Engineer

Ingredion Incorporated; Faisalabad; On-site; PKR 600,000 - 800,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated is seeking a Junior Production Engineer in Faisalabad, Pakistan. The role involves ensuring safety and productivity during shift operations, monitoring production plans, and reporting on performance.

Applicants should have a Bachelor’s degree in Chemical, Mechanical, Mechatronics, or Electrical Engineering, along with relevant experience. The position emphasizes safety, teamwork, and continuous improvement.

Qualifications

• Experience preferably 1 year.
• Good manufacturing literacy.
• Knowledge about instrumentation and DCS/SLC operation.

Responsibilities

• Process post shift production & dispatches in SAP system.
• Achieve shift-wise production targets regarding both quality and quantity.
• Write shift-wise production report & mark attendance of workers.
• Ensure safety of product, process equipment and workers during shift.
• Deliver training on EHS and production processes.

Skills

Labor handling

Plant troubleshooting and controlling

Knowledge of GMP/HACCP procedures

Knowledge of Safety and Environment

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics Engineering or Electrical Engineering

Job description

The Junior Production Engineer is responsible for sustained safe shift operations (zero LTI), productive utilization of resources (People and Machinery), while adhering to and monitoring production plan.

Core Responsibilities

• Process – Post shift production & dispatches in SAP system and fulfill manpower requirements for smooth shift operation.
• Achieve shift-wise production targets regarding both quality and quantity and ensure product losses are controlled.
• Write shift-wise production report & mark attendance of workers. See lab results of product and instruct operators accordingly.
• Follow instructions from the Divisional Head given verbally or in writing.
• Ensure operators give correct information on the log sheets and write shift performance report in the logbook.
• Ensure manufacturing materials and supplies are sufficiently drawn from stores in time.
• Coordinate with Shift Chemist to find in‑process non‑conformances and keep different grades of product separately. Ensure weighing scales are in perfect working order.
• Check performance of process equipment and ensure proper maintenance and housekeeping of the entire section.
• Keep liaison with the Shift Engineer of other divisions for shutdown and full/partial operation of the plant during load shedding.
• Ensure deliverables related to ways to operate, continuous improvement and innovation. Continue efforts to improve ways of working and take a logical and analytical approach towards problem solving. Study processes and bring improvements through technological advancement.
• Ensure safety of product, process equipment and workers during shift and ensure use of PPEs at all locations. Ensure all technical works are performed with due work permit. Deliver training on EHS and production processes.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering / Mechanical Engineering / Mechatronics Engineering or Electrical Engineering.
• Experience preferably 1 year.
• Good manufacturing literacy.
• Knowledge about instrumentation and DCS/SLC operation.

Desirable Requirements

• Good communicator / presenter.
• Good character.
• Good mentor.
• Positive behavior with \"can-do\" attitude.
• Good motivator.

Required Behaviors and Skills

• Labor handling.
• Plant troubleshooting and controlling.
• Knowledge of GMP/HACCP procedures.
• Knowledge of Safety and Environment.

AI Disclosure

Ingredients uses AI-enabled tools to support parts of the recruitment process, including resume screening and interview scheduling. These tools help match candidate skills to job requirements and streamline communication. All AI-assisted decisions are reviewed by our Talent Acquisition team to ensure fairness and compliance with applicable laws. By applying, you acknowledge that AI may be used to support your application journey.

Relocation

Relocation: No

Company

Rafhan Maize Products Company Ltd. is located at Faisalabad, about 1100 kilometers north of Karachi, in Pakistan. The company processes thousands of tons of corn every year to produce high quality food ingredients and industrial products. Rafhan Maize is the pioneer in producing diversified types of starches and sweeteners for multiple applications in more than 50 types of industries.