Job Title: Executive – Engineer

Location: Ambasamudram

Role Purpose:

- As an Executive - Engineering, responsible for overseeing daily shift maintenance activities in Thread Dyeing & Finishing operations.
- Manage the operation and maintenance of thread dyeing & finishing machinery, utility systems, electrical equipment, and automation systems to ensure maximum equipment availability and minimum downtime.
- Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production equipment through preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance practices. Support achievement of production, quality, safety, and energy management objectives.

Principal Accountabilities:

Key Result Areas

- Plan and allocate maintenance manpower effectively for shift activities to ensure uninterrupted operations.
- Attend and resolve equipment breakdowns within targeted response times.
- Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring failures and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
- Monitor machine breakdown trends and maintain maintenance history records for analysis and improvement.
- Execute preventive and predictive maintenance plans to improve equipment reliability and availability.
- Support achievement of maintenance KPIs including MTTR, MTBF, machine availability, and downtime reduction.
- Coordinate with Production, Quality, Utility, and Engineering teams to ensure smooth shift operations.
- Support installation, commissioning, modification, and improvement projects related to thread dyeing & finishing operations.




- Monitor low Right First Time machines and support initiatives to improve RFT percentage.
- Review utility consumption and identify opportunities for operational improvements.

Utilities & Energy Management

- Monitor compressor performance and optimize compressed air consumption.
- Review daily energy consumption using ESG monitoring systems.
- Identify and implement energy conservation opportunities.
- Support sustainability initiatives and reduction of utility operating costs.
- Ensure effective operation of power, water, compressed air, and process utility systems.

Spares

- Maintain adequate inventory of critical spare parts to avoid production downtime.
- Identify high consumption spares and conduct RCA to reduce repeat failures.
- Ensure timely procurement and replenishment of critical maintenance parts.
- Maintain optimum inventory levels through effective spare management practices.

Safety

- Ensure implementation and sustainability of 6S standards in all maintenance work areas.
- Follow and enforce electrical safety procedures and LOTO requirements.
- Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
- Ensure compliance with company safety policies and statutory requirements.




- Promote safe work practices during all maintenance activities.

Knowledge

- Strong knowledge of Industrial Mechanical Maintenance.

- Experience in Thread Dyeing / Yarn Dyeing equipment maintenance.
- Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies.
- Understanding of utility systems, compressors, pumps, and energy management.
- Familiarity with RCA, CAPA, TPM, and continuous improvement practices.
- Understanding of safety standards, LOTO systems, and inventory management practices.

Education, Qualifications and Experience:

- Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical & Electronics Engineering.
- 3-6+ years of maintenance experience in Textile, Thread Dyeing, Yarn Dyeing, or Process Manufacturing industries.
- Experience in shift maintenance operations and troubleshooting of industrial equipment.

Desirable:

- Experience with Pump Maintenance & Steam line operation & Pneumatic operation
- Knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma tools.
- Experience in Heat exchanger & Condensate recovery system
- Experience in Compressor & Air Dryer system

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.

📌 Executive - Engineer (India)
🏢 Coats
📍 India