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Position Title: Senior Engineer – Sinto Moulding Line (TPM Concept)Location: At the Plant near PollachiReports To: Foundry Manager /Plant HeadJob Purpose:To lead and manage the Sinto Moulding Line operations, ensuring optimal productivity, quality, safety, and implementation of TPM methodologies for continuous improvement and equipment efficiency.Qualifications and Experience Levels:Education: Diploma / B.E. / B.Tech in Mechanical / Metallurgy / Production Engineering.Experience: 6–10 years of experience in a foundry, preferably in a Sinto moulding line; minimum 2 years in a leadership role.Certifications: TPM/Lean Manufacturing certification is an advantage.Key Responsibilities:1. Production ManagementLead daily operations of the Sinto moulding line to meet production targets.Monitor cycle times, production efficiency, and material usage.Ensure timely availability of raw materials, patterns, and consumables.2. TPM ImplementationDrive TPM pillars (especially Autonomous Maintenance, Planned Maintenance, Quality Maintenance, and Focused Improvement) on the moulding line.Implement and monitor OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness).Conduct daily Gemba walks and Kaizen activities to identify and eliminate waste.3. Team LeadershipSupervise and train shift supervisors, operators, and technicians.Conduct skill matrix evaluations and organize training for skill enhancement.Promote a culture of accountability and continuous improvement.4. Quality AssuranceCoordinate with the QA team to ensure product quality meets internal and customer specifications.Conduct root cause analysis and implement corrective actions for defects. Monitor rework and rejection rates, implementing actions for reduction.5. Maintenance CoordinationPlan and coordinate with the maintenance team for preventive and breakdown maintenance.Support 5S and visual management in the moulding area.6. Safety & ComplianceEnsure strict adherence to EHS (Environment, Health & Safety) standards.Conduct regular safety audits and promote a zero-incident culture.7. Reporting & AnalysisPrepare daily, weekly, and monthly production and downtime reports.Analyse downtime, quality loss, and suggest improvement measures.Skills and Attributes:In-depth knowledge of Sinto moulding technology and sand systems.Strong understanding of TPM principles.Leadership, team management, and conflict resolution.Problem-solving with exposure to root cause tools like 5 Whys, Fishbone, etc.Knowledge of SAP or similar ERP systems.Benefits:Salary best in the IndustryComprehensive Insurance PolicyAnnual BonusLearning and Growth opportunitiesEmployee welfare schemes