Junior Production Engineer

Ingredion Incorporated; Punjab; On-site; PKR 420,000 - 660,000; Full time

Job summary

Ingredion Incorporated is seeking a Junior Production Engineer to ensure safe shift operations, productive resource use, and adherence to the production plan. You will monitor lab results, write shift reports, and coordinate with stores for timely material draw.

The role requires a bachelor’s degree in chemical/mechanical/mechatronics or electrical engineering with up to 1 year of experience and knowledge of GMP/HACCP procedures, along with strong communication and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical/ mechanical/ mechatronics or electrical engineering is required.
• 01 year experience preferred.
• Knowledge of instrumentation and DCS/SLC operation is required.

Responsibilities

• Post shift production and dispatches in SAP and fulfil manpower requirements.
• Achieve shift production targets for quality and quantity and control losses.
• Coordinate with Shift Chemist to handle in-process non-conformances and maintain product grades.

Skills

Good communication

Manufacturing literacy

Instrumentation knowledge

DCS/SLC operation

Education

Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering

Bachelor’s degree in mechatronics engineering

Bachelor’s degree in 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 – To post shift production & dispatches in SAP system and fulfil manpower requirements for smooth working of the shift. To achieve shift-wise production targets regarding both quality and quantity and to ensure that product losses are being controlled. Writing shift-wise production report & marking attendance of the workers. To see the lab results of product and instruct the operators accordingly. To follow instructions from the Divisional Head given verbally or in writing. To ensure operators are giving right information on the log sheets. To write shift performance report in the logbook. To ensure that manufacturing materials and supplies are sufficiently drawn from stores in time.
• Quality – To coordinate with Shift Chemist to find the in-process non‑conformances and to ensure that different grades of the product are kept separately. The incumbent will ensure that weighing scales are in perfect working order.
• Maintenance – The incumbent will check the performance of process equipment and ensure proper maintenance of the process equipment. The incumbent will ensure housekeeping of the entire section. The incumbent will also be responsible for keeping a liaison with the Shift Engineer of other divisions for shutdown and fully/partially operating the plant during load shedding.
• Process Improvement – To ensure that the deliverables related to the way to operate, continuous improvement and innovation. Continuing efforts on improving in ways of working and logical and analytical approach towards problem solving. Study processes and bring improvement through technological advancement.
• Safety – To 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 trainings on EHS and production processes.

Qualified candidates will have:

Mandatory requirements:

• Bachelor’s degree in chemical engineering/mechanical engineering/Mechatronics Engineering or Electrical Engineering Experience preferably 01 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 trouble shooting and controlling.
• Knowledge of GMP/HACCP procedures.
• Knowledge of Safety and Environment.

Ingredion 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 Available:

No