Sr. Production Engineer

Job Description

Senior Production Planning Engineer

Company : JR Sensors Pvt. Ltd.

Location : Hosur

Department : Operations / Manufacturing

Experience : 5 to 10 Years

Qualification : B.E / B.Tech in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering (MBA in Operations preferred)

About JR Sensors

JR Sensors is a leading manufacturer of precision sensing and measurement solutions, serving diverse industrial applications across automation, automotive, and process industries. We are committed to innovation, quality, and on-time delivery. As part of our growth, we are seeking a skilled and proactive Senior Production Planning Engineer to strengthen our operations and ensure smooth, efficient, and timely production execution.

Role Summary

The Senior Production Planning Engineer will be responsible for developing, monitoring, and optimizing production schedules to ensure timely delivery of products while maintaining optimal inventory and resource utilization. This role requires close coordination with supply chain, procurement, production, and quality teams to align daily operations with customer requirements and organizational goals

Key Responsibilities

Develop and manage Master Production Schedules (MPS) based on customer orders, forecasts, and material availability.

Execute Material Requirements Planning (MRP) and ensure raw materials and components are available on time.

Coordinate with the Procurement and Stores teams to address shortages and expedite critical materials.

Analyze capacity constraints, lead times, and production bottlenecks to ensure efficient workflow.

Track daily production progress and update schedules to reflect changes in demand or manufacturing conditions.

Work with the Quality and Maintenance departments to minimize downtime and improve equipment utilization.

Drive continuous improvement in production planning accuracy and responsiveness.

Maintain data accuracy in ERP / Planning systems —including BOMs, routing, and lead times.

Prepare and present weekly / monthly reports on plan adherence, capacity utilization, and inventory performance.

Collaborate with cross-functional teams to support New Product Introductions (NPI) and engineering changes.

Lead initiatives for Lean manufacturing and process optimization within the planning function.

Required Skills and Competencies

Strong knowledge of production planning, scheduling, and inventory control in a manufacturing setup.

Hands-on experience with ERP / MRP systems (SAP, Oracle, or equivalent).

Analytical mindset with proficiency in Excel, Pivot Tables, and data-driven decision-making .

Excellent coordination, communication, and stakeholder management skills.

Sound understanding of manufacturing processes, capacity management, and supply chain flow.

Ability to identify issues proactively and drive timely resolutions.

Requirements

Preferred Qualifications

Certification in APICS / CPIM / CSCP is an added advantage.

Exposure to sensor / electronics / precision manufacturing industries.

Experience in implementing Lean / Six Sigma / Continuous Improvement initiatives.

Benefits

Why Join JR Sensors

Opportunity to work with a fast-growing, innovation-driven organization.

Exposure to cutting-edge manufacturing and production systems .

Culture of collaboration, quality, and continuous learning .

Competitive compensation and career advancement opportunities.

Requirements

B.E / B.Tech in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering (MBA in Operations preferred)