Job Title: Engineer/Senior Engineer-Manufacturing Solutions

As an Industrial Engineer at KONE, you will be responsible for maintaining and developing production methods to improve flow, productivity, safety, quality, and overall manufacturing performance. You will bridge the gap between traditional manufacturing optimization and Industry 4.0 digitalization, utilizing data-driven analysis to eliminate waste, execute capital expenditure (CAPEX) projects, and implement new products seamlessly into the production line.

Key Skills

Lean Manufacturing, Digitalization, Project Management, Auto cad, IoT 4.0, Cutting edge technologies

Are you the one

- Bachelor's degree in industrial engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering, or a related technical discipline.

- 4 to 7 years of professional experience in manufacturing development, industrial engineering, or production optimization roles.
- Proven experience working within a heavy manufacturing, assembly, or industrial machinery workplace (elevator/escalator industry experience is a major plus)

- Lean & Quality Methodologies: Strong knowledge of LEAN manufacturing, Kaizen, Six Sigma, and Root Cause Analysis.
- CAD & Modeling Software: Basic to advanced proficiency in AutoCAD (for factory layout designs) and familiarity with 3D modeling tools like PTC Creo or SolidWorks.

- Good problem-solving, troubleshooting, and analytical skills.

- Strong communication and stakeholder-management skills to collaborate across global teams

What will you be doing

- Process Optimization & Layout Design:



Design FLOW standards utilizing LEAN manufacturing methodologies. Define production methods, optimize factory and line layouts, and establish efficient material replenishment and utilization strategies.
- Data-Driven Performance Management: Analyze manufacturing data to identify bottlenecks, evaluate factory KPIs, and drive continuous improvement targets across Safety, Delivery, Quality, Productivity, and Cost (SDQPC).
- Industry 4.0 & Digitalization: Identify, recommend, and drive the implementation of digital solutions and smart automation onto the shop floor and factory processes.
- Project Execution: Lead and execute manufacturing development projects aligned with KONE's global manufacturing strategy and project development portfolio.
- Operations Workflow Studies: Conduct time and motion studies, cycle time analysis, and line balancing to determine the most efficient sequence of operations.

- Cross-Functional Collaboration: Support daily factory management and collaborate closely with global development teams, quality assurance, and other KONE manufacturing units to scale best practices

What do we offer

. Career progression and opportunities within a global organization

. Total reward elements that engage and motivate our employees and help us make KONE a outstanding place to work

. Comprehensive learning and development programs covering a wide range of professional skills

Click on apply if you have a passion for meeting up with people and a desire to make an impact in the elevator and escalator industry.

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📌 Engineer/Senior Engineer-Manufacturing Solutions (Chennai)
🏢 Kone
📍 Chennai