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Production Engineer Job Description

A production engineer job description for manufacturing plants that need someone to run shift production safely and efficiently. It covers planning, manpower, machine utilisation, safety and PPE, quality coordination and continuous improvement.

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JOB DESCRIPTION – PRODUCTION ENGINEER

Job Title:
Production Engineer
Department:
Production / Manufacturing
Reports To:
Production Manager / Plant Head
Location:
[Work Location]
Employment Type:
Full-time, Permanent
Experience:
2–6 years in manufacturing production
Job Code:
[Reference Number]

About [Company Name]

[Company Name] is [one-line description of your business, products/services and team size]. Office address: [Company Address].

Job Summary

The Production Engineer will plan and supervise shift production at [Company Name]'s [Plant Name] in [Work Location], meeting output, quality and cost targets while maintaining the highest standards of safety and plant discipline.

Key Responsibilities

  1. Plan shift-wise production as per the daily schedule
  2. Allocate operators and machines to meet targets
  3. Ensure use of PPE and adherence to safety rules and plant standing orders
  4. Monitor OEE, downtime and cycle times
  5. Coordinate with maintenance for breakdowns and preventive maintenance
  6. Work with quality team on in-process checks and rejections
  7. Implement 5S, Kaizen and poka-yoke improvements
  8. Maintain production logs, shift reports and material consumption records
  9. Train operators on SOPs and work instructions
  10. Report and investigate incidents and near misses

Required Skills

  • Production planning and control
  • Shop-floor supervision
  • Safety and PPE compliance
  • Lean manufacturing tools
  • Basic ERP / MIS

Qualifications & Experience

  • B.E. / B.Tech / Diploma in Mechanical, Production or related field
  • 2–6 years in manufacturing production

Preferred Skills (Good to Have)

  • Six Sigma Green Belt
  • TPM exposure
  • Experience in [Industry] plant

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

KPITargetReview Frequency
Production vs plan[Percentage]%Daily
OEE[Percentage]%Monthly
Rejection rateBelow [Percentage]%Monthly
Lost-time injuriesZeroMonthly

Salary Range

₹[Minimum CTC] – ₹[Maximum CTC] per annum (CTC), depending on experience and skills. Final offer will show the fixed and variable split and approximate in-hand salary.

Benefits

  • Provident Fund (EPF) and ESI as applicable, gratuity as per law
  • [Number] days of paid leave plus public holidays as per company policy
  • [Health insurance / group mediclaim cover]
  • Shift allowance
  • Canteen and transport facility (as applicable)

How to Apply

Send your CV with the processes, machines and shift sizes you have handled. Send your application to [HR Email] with the subject line "Application – Production Engineer – [Your Name]" or apply through [Application Link]. Last date to apply: [Date].

Prepared by
[HR Name]
Human Resources
Date: [Date]
Approved by
[Reporting Manager]
Production / Manufacturing
Date: [Date]

What this template includes

  • A job summary that explains why the production engineer role exists and where it sits in Production / Manufacturing
  • 10 role-specific responsibilities, starting with plan shift-wise production as per the daily schedule
  • Required skills such as production planning and control and shop-floor supervision, so screening criteria are clear
  • Qualifications and experience (2–6 years in manufacturing production) stated up front to filter applications
  • A KPI table, e.g. production vs plan, that later becomes the appraisal yardstick
  • Salary range, benefits and how-to-apply sections with placeholders ready to fill

When to use it

  • Plant output or OEE is below target
  • Adding a new shift or production line
  • Strengthening shop-floor safety and discipline
  • Hiring diploma or degree engineers for production

How to customise this template

  1. 1Replace [Company Name], [Work Location] and the reporting line (Production Manager / Plant Head) with your actual details
  2. 2Trim or reorder the responsibilities so the top three reflect what the production engineer will spend most time on
  3. 3Describe your process (machining, assembly, injection moulding, process plant) and shift pattern
  4. 4Fill in the salary range as annual CTC in ₹ and decide whether to show it publicly or only on request
  5. 5Set realistic targets in the KPI table with the hiring manager before the role goes live

HR tips

  • Mention rotational shifts and plant location clearly
  • Include safety KPIs such as near-miss reporting, not only output
  • Ask about real Kaizen or improvement projects done

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Frequently asked questions

What does a production engineer do?+

A production engineer plans and supervises shop-floor production, allocates manpower and machines, ensures safety and quality, and improves productivity.

What qualification is needed?+

A B.E./B.Tech or diploma in mechanical, production or a related engineering discipline.

Do production engineers work in shifts?+

Yes, most plant roles involve rotational shifts including nights, as per the plant's working schedule.

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