Production Engineer

Experience: 1–2 Years

Department: Production / Manufacturing

Employment Type: Full-time

Location: Hyderabad

Reporting To: Production Manager / Plant Head

Position Overview

We are looking for a Production Engineer with 1–2 years of experience to support and optimize day-to-day manufacturing operations. The candidate will be responsible for monitoring production activities, ensuring adherence to production schedules and quality standards, improving process efficiency, and coordinating with cross-functional teams.

The ideal candidate should have a strong understanding of manufacturing processes, good analytical and problem-solving abilities, and a hands-on approach to production operations.

Key Responsibilities

Production Operations

- Monitor day-to-day production activities and ensure smooth workflow on the shop floor.
- Ensure production targets are achieved as per the planned schedule.
- Monitor manpower, machines, materials, and production processes for efficient utilization.
- Identify and resolve production-related issues in coordination with supervisors and relevant departments.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, and production processes.
- Maintain production records, reports, and documentation.

Process Improvement

- Identify opportunities to improve productivity, reduce cycle time, minimize wastage, and improve overall efficiency.
- Assist in implementing process improvement initiatives and lean manufacturing practices.
- Analyze production data and identify recurring operational issues.
- Support root-cause analysis and corrective/preventive actions for production problems.
- Assist in optimizing machine utilization and production line efficiency.

Quality & Safety

- Ensure production activities are carried out in accordance with defined quality standards.
- Coordinate with the Quality team to address process and product-related issues.




- Monitor rejection, rework, and wastage levels and support corrective actions.
- Ensure compliance with workplace safety procedures and company policies.
- Promote good housekeeping and 5S practices on the shop floor.

Cross-Functional Coordination

- Coordinate with Quality, Maintenance, Stores, Purchase, Planning, and Engineering teams to ensure uninterrupted production.
- Communicate production requirements and issues to the concerned departments.
- Support production planning and execution as required.
- Assist in coordinating preventive maintenance activities to minimize machine downtime.

Reporting & Documentation

- Prepare daily and periodic production reports.
- Maintain records related to production output, downtime, rejection, rework, and productivity.
- Track production KPIs and highlight deviations to the reporting manager.
- Ensure proper documentation of process changes and improvement activities.

Required Qualifications

- Bachelor's degree/Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
- 1–2 years of relevant experience in production/manufacturing operations.
- Freshers with relevant internships or strong technical exposure may also be considered.
- Basic knowledge of manufacturing processes, production planning, quality systems, and industrial engineering concepts.
- Working knowledge of MS Excel and MS Office.

Required Skills

- Production planning and monitoring
- Manufacturing process knowledge




- Problem-solving and analytical skills
- Root Cause Analysis
- Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / 5S
- Quality and process awareness
- Documentation and reporting
- Team coordination
- Time management
- Attention to detail
- Good communication skills

Preferred Skills

- Knowledge of Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, TPM, or other continuous improvement methodologies.
- Familiarity with ERP/MRP systems.
- Basic knowledge of production planning and inventory control.
- Exposure to industrial safety practices.
- Knowledge of technical drawings and basic engineering standards.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

- Achievement of daily/monthly production targets.
- Production efficiency and productivity.
- Reduction in rejection, rework, and material wastage.
- Machine utilization and reduction in downtime.
- Adherence to production schedules.
- Compliance with quality and safety standards.
- Successful implementation of process improvement initiatives.
- Accuracy and timely submission of production reports.

Ideal Candidate Profile The ideal candidate should be hands-on, proactive, disciplined, and comfortable working in a manufacturing/shop-floor environment. The candidate should demonstrate a willingness to learn, take ownership of production activities, identify problems proactively, and work collaboratively with different departments. Candidates with 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial environment will be preferred.

Pay: ₹20,000.00 - ₹25,000.00 per month

Application Question(s)

- Do you have 1–2 years of experience in a manufacturing or industrial workplace?
- Do you have knowledge of Kaizen, 5S, Six Sigma, TPM, or other continuous improvement methodologies?
- Do you have 1–2 years of experience to support and optimize day-to-day manufacturing operations?

Work Location: In person

📌 Production Engineer (Hyderabad)
🏢 Proficient Peoplecraft
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