ENGINEER - PRODUCTION

PRIME FUNCTION

Managing and execute production operations efficiently by adhering to customer requirements, ensuring process compliance, improving productivity, and supporting continuous improvement initiatives in the aerospace manufacturing environment.

JOB DESCRIPTION / RESPONSIBILITIES

• Manage overall production operations to meet organizational targets.
• Execute monthly and weekly production plans as per customer schedules.
• Maintain and document all customer-related production processes.
• Review and support design of jigs, fixtures, and tooling.
• Plan facility requirements, oversee installation and commissioning activities.
• Establish and maintain Configuration Management systems.
• Lead first-sample development and obtain FAI approval
• Handle drawing change control and ensure updates are implemented on the shop floor.
• Participate in technical reviews with customers.
• Maintain production registers and track Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE)
• Control rejections and initiate corrective and preventive actions for non-conformances.
• Prepare forecasts, monitor material availability, and ensure readiness for production.
• Review and report on production and sales performance to the management.
• Initiate productivity improvement plans and actions.
• Perform engineering analysis to reduce downtime and equipment outages.

AUTHORITY

• Approve production-related process documentation and records.
• Recommend tooling, fixture, and equipment modifications.
• Initiate corrective actions on quality and process non-conformances.
• Coordinate with cross-functional teams regarding material planning, process changes, and customer requirements

JOB SPECIFICATION / COMPETENCY

Qualification:

• BE/Diploma/B. Tech or any relevant field

Experience:

• 2–5 years (Preferably in aerospace or precision manufacturing)

Technical Knowledge:

• Production planning & execution
• Jig, fixture & tooling knowledge
• FAI, drawing reading, and change control
• OEE monitoring and production reporting
• Configuration management
• Basic understanding of machining and special processes.
• AS9100 QMS and Documentation awareness.

Skills & Competencies:

• Strong analytical and problem-solving skills
• Good communication and customer-interaction skills
• Ability to lead and coordinate cross-functional activities
• Documentation and report-preparation skills
• Continuous improvement mindset

PERFORMANCE MEASURES

• Adherence to monthly and weekly production plans
• Improvement in OEE and productivity levels
• Reduction in rejections and non-conformances
• Timely completion of FAI, documentation, and drawing updates
• Effective material usage and inventory control
• Downtime reduction through engineering analysis
• Accuracy and timeliness in production reporting
• Customer satisfaction and successful technical reviews

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Competencies