Engineer, Operations Engineer

Position: Engineer 3
Location: Kanchipuram

Job Description Summary

We are seeking an experienced Production Planning & Control (PPC) candidate with 5+ years of experience in manufacturing operations, production scheduling, material planning, and cross-functional coordination. The role is responsible for ensuring smooth production flow, on-time delivery, optimal inventory management, and efficient utilization of plant resources.

Job Description

Develop and execute daily / weekly / monthly production plans based on customer demand and business priorities.

Coordinate with Procurement, Stores, Production, Quality, and Logistics teams to ensure material availability and uninterrupted production.

Monitor production schedules vs actual output and drive corrective actions for delays or bottlenecks.

Prepare capacity planning based on manpower, machine availability, and testing constraints.

Track material shortages, supplier delays, and critical parts, and escalating risks proactively.

Ensure on-time order execution (Work Order release) while maintaining production efficiency and delivery commitments.

Analyze inventory levels, WIP, and finished goods stock to optimize working capital.

Manage MRP / ERP transactions such as demand planning, production orders, reservations, and stock allocation.

Lead production review meetings and provide MIS reports on plan adherence, backlog, and key KPIs.

Work closely with engineering / project teams for new product introduction, revisions, and change management.

Identify opportunities for process improvement, cost reduction, and productivity enhancement.

Required Skills

Strong knowledge in Production Planning, Scheduling, and Inventory Control

Experience in ERP systems (SAP preferred)

Understanding of MRP, capacity planning, BOM, routing, and material flow

Strong analytical and problem-solving skills

Good coordination and stakeholder management ability

Proficiency in Excel / reporting dashboards / data analysis

Knowledge of Lean Manufacturing / Six Sigma concepts is an added advantage

Qualification

Diploma in Mechanical / Production / Industrial / Electrical / Manufacturing Engineering

Preferred Industry Experience

Manufacturing / Industrial Equipment / Automotive / Electrical / Electronics / Heavy Engineering

Additional Information

Relocation Assistance Provided:  No