Production Planning Engineer

Company Description

Globe United FZE focuses on manufacturing, services, and distribution with specialization in measurement and process instrumentation. The company is driven by a passion for precision and innovation. Its operations are tailored to meet industry demands, emphasizing quality and operational excellence. Globe United FZE is committed to delivering reliable solutions across its areas of expertise.

Role Description

The Production & Planning Assistant will be the operational backbone of the Sonipat factory floor. The role demands strong coordination between production, project engineering, and sales teams to drive manufacturing schedules, provide real-time order updates, and consistently meet production targets. This is a hands-on, execution-focused position suited to a disciplined professional who thrives in a fast-paced manufacturing environment.

Key Responsibilities

1.Shop Floor Management

Oversee day-to-day production activities and ensure smooth workflow across all shop floor stages

Monitor work-in-progress (WIP) and drive timely movement of jobs through the production cycle

Identify and resolve production bottlenecks promptly; escalate critical issues to the Factory Manager

Enforce compliance with quality standards, safety protocols, and company SOPs on the shop floor

Maintain accurate production records including job cards, output logs, and machine utilisation reports

2.Production Planning & Scheduling

Assist in developing and maintaining weekly and monthly production schedules aligned with delivery commitments

Track raw material and component availability; coordinate with stores and procurement to prevent stoppages

Update and manage production trackers to reflect real-time job status across all active orders

Prioritise jobs based on customer urgency, project timelines, and management directives

3.Cross-Functional Liaison

Serve as the primary interface between the factory floor and the Project Engineering and External Sales teams

Provide timely, accurate updates on order status, expected completion dates, and deviations or delays

Represent the production function in internal project review meetings and cross-departmental discussions

Coordinate dispatch readiness by aligning production completion with QC clearance and logistics teams

4.Reporting & Performance Monitoring

Support the Factory Manager in achieving monthly and quarterly production targets

Prepare and submit daily, weekly, and monthly production performance reports

Track KPIs including on-time delivery rate, production efficiency, and rejection/rework rates

Continuously identify opportunities to improve throughput and operational efficiency

Qualifications

Diploma or Bachelor's degree in Mechanical, Production, or Industrial Engineering

25 years of experience in a production/manufacturing environment; engineering equipment sector preferred

Hands-on experience in shop floor supervision and production scheduling

Familiarity with industrial equipment such as valves, strainers, or orifice assemblies is a distinct advantage

Proficiency in MS Excel for tracking and reporting; exposure to ERP systems is desirable

Strong written and verbal communication skills for cross-functional coordination

KEY COMPETENCIES

Planning & Organising

Communication & Reporting

Problem Solving

Attention to Detail

Team Collaboration

Ownership & Accountability

HOW TO APPLY

Qualified candidates are invited to submit their updated CV along with a brief cover note to: [Confidential Information]