Production Engineer

Job Description

Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited, a subsidiary of the Al-Futtaim Group, is seeking a Production Engineer to support its manufacturing operations. The company, known for its excellence in producing New Holland (Fiat) tractors in collaboration with CNHI - Case New Holland, operates a state-of-the-art plant in Dera Ghazi Khan with a corporate office in Lahore. The Production Engineer will play a vital role in ensuring smooth production processes, maintaining quality standards, and driving continuous improvement initiatives to meet production, quality, efficiency, and safety targets.

Key Responsibilities:
- Monitor production line activities to ensure compliance with engineering specifications, standard operating procedures (SOPs), work instructions, process parameters, and quality standards.
- Track production performance metrics such as output, Overall Equipment Effectiveness (OEE), cycle time, downtime, productivity, line efficiency, and rejection rates to identify opportunities for improvement.
- Provide technical and process support to production teams daily, assisting in resolving issues that impact productivity and delivery schedules.
- Conduct cycle time observations, workstation and process audits, as well as 5S checks to detect process gaps, bottlenecks, and waste.
- Support Lean Manufacturing initiatives including Kaizen, waste elimination, line balancing, Single-Minute Exchange of Dies (SMED), and other productivity enhancement programs.
- Ensure availability and proper condition of tools, jigs, fixtures, gauges, and other equipment necessary for efficient production operations.
- Prepare and maintain production engineering reports, key performance indicator (KPI) updates, audit records, and other documentation related to production processes.

Required Qualifications:
- Bachelor’s degree in Engineering (BSc, BE, or BTech) from an HEC-recognized institution.
- Minimum of 2 years of relevant experience in manufacturing or assembly operations, preferably within a plant environment.

Preferred Skills and Knowledge:
- Solid understanding of manufacturing and assembly processes.
- Basic knowledge of Lean Manufacturing principles, Kaizen, 5S methodology, and continuous improvement techniques.
- Familiarity with production KPIs such as OEE, productivity, cycle time, and downtime.
- Competence in problem-solving and root cause analysis.
- Strong communication, coordination, and multitasking abilities.
- Highly organized, detail-oriented, and proactive in approach.

Al-Ghazi Tractors Limited prides itself on its commitment to quality, reflected in its mission statement emphasizing the enduring competitive edge of its tractors. The company fosters a culture of respect, excellence, collaboration, and integrity, contributing to its reputation as a leader in the agricultural machinery sector. This role offers the opportunity to work within a dynamic and progressive environment that values continuous improvement and operational excellence.