Production Shift Engineer

Department Production

Location Virudhachalam, TN

ROLE OVERVIEW

Lead all shift operations for Starizo's automated rice starch facility (180 MT/day). Drive production targets, quality standards, safety compliance, and team performance using Industry 4.0 technologies in line with GMP/HACCP requirements.

KEY RESPONSIBILITIES

• Lead end-to-end shift operations: soaking, milling, separation, decanting, flash drying, packaging
• Optimize plant parameters for 180 MT/day throughput while maintaining quality specifications
• Ensure 100% compliance with GMP, HACCP, CCPs, OCPs, and safety standards
• Supervise shift team, provide training, ensure discipline and performance excellence
• Monitor automation systems (PLC/SCADA/DCS), maximize uptime, coordinate maintenance
• Drive continuous improvement, process optimization, and Kaizen initiatives

TECHNICAL COMPETENCIES

• Starch processing & derivatives technology
• PLC, SCADA, DCS, Industry 4.0 systems
• GMP, HACCP, food safety standards
• Equipment operation & troubleshooting
• Chemical handling (caustic, acids)
• Data analysis & process optimization

BEHAVIORAL COMPETENCIES

• Leadership & team management
• Quick decision-making under pressure
• Clear verbal & written communication
• Analytical problem-solving
• Accountability & ownership
• Safety-first mindset

QUALIFICATIONS

Education:

• B.E./B.Tech (Production/Chemical/Mechanical/Food/BioTech)
• B.Sc./M.Sc. Chemistry

Experience:

• B.E./B.Tech: 3-5 years
• B.Sc./M.Sc.: 6-8 years
• Starch/Food/FMCG manufacturing

KEY PERFORMANCE METRICS

• Production achievement: ≥98% of target
• OEE (Overall Equipment Effectiveness): ≥85%
• First Pass Yield: ≥95%
• Safety: Zero LTIFR
• Plant uptime: ≥92%
• CCP/OCP compliance: 100%
• Team skill development: ≥80% multi-skilled