Production Planning & Control (PPC) Engineer - CNC Machining & Assembly | SlewMaster, Chennai

About SlewMaster

SlewMaster is a global manufacturer of

slew drives, slew rings, and rotary motion solutions

used in industries such as renewable energy, heavy equipment, and material handling.

Our Chennai facility is equipped with advanced

CNC turning, milling, VMC, and HMC machines

, supported by a skilled team committed to precision, quality, and efficiency.

We’re growing fast — and we’re looking for a

hands-on PPC Engineer

who can plan, schedule, and optimize CNC and assembly operations to keep our production running smoothly and on time.

What You’ll Do

Create and monitor

daily, weekly, and monthly CNC machining and assembly schedules

Allocate jobs across

turning, milling, VMC, and HMC machines

based on capacity and priority.

Coordinate with design, stores, and procurement for

tooling, fixture, and material readiness

Track

machine utilization, downtime, and WIP

— and take action to remove bottlenecks.

Align machining outputs with

assembly flow

for seamless delivery.

Manage and update schedules in

ERP (preferably Odoo or SAP)

Report key production KPIs : utilization, OTD, lead time, and rework rates.

Support

Lean, 5S, and Kaizen

initiatives to reduce lead times and improve productivity.

What You’ll Bring

Solid knowledge of

CNC operations

(turning, milling, VMC, HMC).

Experience in

production planning, capacity analysis, and ERP / MRP-based scheduling.

Ability to balance multiple priorities and work with cross-functional teams.

Understanding of

machine cycle times, process sequences, and tooling setup.

Familiarity with

Lean, 5S, and continuous improvement

principles.

Strong analytical and communication skills.

Qualifications

Diploma or Degree in

Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering

5–10 years

of PPC experience in CNC machining, automotive components, or heavy engineering.

Why Join SlewMaster

Work in a

high-precision CNC manufacturing environment

Be part of a

global company

building innovative rotary solutions.

Growth-oriented role with exposure to

international standards and modern production systems

A collaborative team culture that values

initiative, ownership, and continuous improvement.

Ready to Join Us?

If you’re passionate about precision, planning, and making production flow better every day — we’d love to hear from you.

Apply now by filling out our short screening form here :

Let’s build something great together at

SlewMaster