Senior Production Engineer

Company Description

Orient Paints, established in 1946, has been at the forefront of the paint industry, driven by its commitment to innovation and creativity. The company is dedicated to delivering premium-quality paint products that meet customer needs and industry standards. With decades of expertise, Orient Paints has built a strong reputation as a trusted and reliable provider of diverse paint solutions. By prioritizing excellence, the company continues to contribute significantly to the improvement of design and construction industries.

Key Responsibilities:

- Ensure full compliance with Occupational Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) standards across paint manufacturing operations.

- Conduct continuous risk assessments for production processes (mixing, dispersion, filling, raw material handling) and implement preventive and corrective actions.

- Prepare and manage daily and weekly production plans to meet production targets and customer delivery timelines.

- Monitor and optimize production rates of mixers, dispersers, mills, and filling machines to maximize efficiency and equipment utilization.

- Reduce waste across production processes, including raw materials, downtime, rework, energy, and off-spec batches.

- Collaborate with the Production Manager to set departmental objectives and KPIs (output, yield, OEE, cycle time).

- Ensure consistent product quality in line with approved formulations, specifications, and quality standards.

- Develop production team capabilities through continuous training and coaching.

- Analyze and resolve operational issues using structured problem-solving tools (Fishbone, 5 Whys, etc.).

- Prepare daily and monthly production reports highlighting performance, challenges, and improvement opportunities.

- Drive continuous improvement initiatives, including Lean Manufacturing and process optimization projects.

Job Requirements:

- Bachelor's degree in chemical engineering or chemistry.

- Excellent command of English.

- Excellent computer skills, particularly Microsoft Office.

- Proven experience in a paint manufacturing or related industrial environment is highly preferred.