# Production Senior Engineer

> Eriez · Chennai, India · Full-time · Posted 2026-05-04

**Workplace:** on_site

**Department:** Eriez India

## Description

**About Us:**

Join a globally respected 80+ year manufacturing company where quality is at the core of everything we build. This long-standing business unit is a leading manufacturer of process equipment which is sold into many domestic and international markets including mining, recycling, cement, food processing, and other Material handling and manufacturing industries.

**Job Purpose:**

Step into a high-impact role where you will lead production excellence in a dynamic manufacturing environment. As a Senior Engineer – Production, you will drive efficiency, champion safety, and shape continuous improvement initiatives that directly influence product quality, delivery performance, and business success. If you enjoy solving complex shop-floor challenges and turning data into action, this role offers strong ownership and visibility.

## Requirements

-   **Plan & Drive Production:** Create and execute efficient production schedules aligned with customer delivery timelines and available manpower.
-   **Improve Processes:** Continuously optimize production processes to increase efficiency, reduce costs, and enhance product quality.
-   **Solve Shop-Floor Challenges:** Act as a hands-on troubleshooter to quickly resolve production issues and minimize downtime.
-   **Lead Safety Initiatives:** Build and enforce a strong safety culture, ensuring a zero-incident work environment.
-   **Boost Productivity:** Improve Direct Labor Hours (DLH) by reducing non-productive time and maximizing manpower utilization.
-   **Use Data to Improve Performance:** Conduct time studies and track planned vs. actual performance to drive better project and machine utilization.
-   **Ensure Quality & Cost Control:** Deliver products that meet quality standards while managing materials, labour, and wastage within budget.
-   **Drive Continuous Improvement:** Identify root causes using tools like 5-Why analysis and implement sustainable solutions.
-   **Collaborate Across Teams:** Work closely with Engineering, Quality, Projects, Purchase, and Stores to ensure smooth operations.
-   **Lead & Develop Teams:** Supervise, motivate, and guide production teams to meet targets and improve performance.
-   **Maximize Machine Efficiency:** Reduce downtime and improve utilization through preventive maintenance and better planning.
-   **Ensure Compliance & Documentation:** Maintain proper QMS, safety documentation, and adherence to company policies.
-   **Promote Sustainability:** Minimize material waste and ensure proper handling of scrap and factory resources.

**What We’re Looking For:**

-   **Education:** B.E. in Mechanical Engineering
-   **Experience:** 6–8 years in production/process execution within machinery manufacturing or fabrication
-   **Safety Expertise:** Diploma/Certification in Industrial Safety with hands-on experience
-   **Technical Strengths:**

-   Production planning & process optimization
-   Time study and productivity improvement techniques
-   ERP systems (SAGE preferred), MS Office, MS Project
-   Knowledge of 5S and continuous improvement practices

-   **Work Style:** Data-driven, detail-oriented, and deadline-focused
-   **Leadership Skills:** Strong analytical ability, communication, and stakeholder and people management

## Benefits

**Why Join us:**

-   High ownership and decision-making authority on the shop floor
-   Exposure to end-to-end production and project lifecycle
-   Opportunity to lead impactful continuous improvement initiatives
-   Career growth in a performance-driven manufacturing environment
-   Working days- Monday-Friday
-   Health Insurance for self and family.
-   Profit Sharing programme.
-   Multiple Employee centric and well-being support programmes.

## Apply

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