Job Opening: PPIC Executive / Engineer – Rubber Industry
Location: Vasai
Experience: 3–7 years | Industry: Rubber Manufacturing only
About the Role:
We are looking for an experienced PPIC qualified to plan and control production and inventory across our rubber mixing, compounding and molding operations.
Production Planning Responsibilities:
- Prepare monthly, weekly and daily production plans for mixing, compounding and molding (compression/injection/transfer)
- Convert customer orders and forecasts into a Master Production Schedule (MPS)
- Plan batch-wise mixing and compound requirement against molding schedules
- Monitor machine capacity, mould availability and utilization; manage changeovers to reduce downtime
- Track WIP and production vs. plan; escalate delays and drive corrective actions
- Coordinate with production, quality, maintenance, tool room and sales to ensure on-time delivery (OTD)
Inventory Control Responsibilities:
- Plan material requirements (MRP) for polymers,
carbon black, oils, chemicals and inserts
- Maintain optimum stock levels for raw materials, compounds, WIP and finished goods
- Monitor shelf life and FIFO for rubber compounds and chemicals to avoid scrap/expiry
- Coordinate with purchase and stores for timely procurement and supplier follow-up
- Conduct periodic stock verification, reconcile ERP vs. physical stock and control slow/non-moving items
- Track and report key MIS: inventory turns, OTD, schedule adherence and stock ageing
Requirements:
- Mandatory experience in a rubber manufacturing company (mixing, compounding and molding)
- Working knowledge of ERP/SAP and advanced MS Excel
- Strong planning, analytical, coordination and communication skills
- Diploma/B.E./B.Tech (Rubber Technology/Mechanical/Production) preferred