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.

• Applicants who do not use the Questionnaire link to apply will NOT be considered for the position

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 .