Production Engineer

Objective

Ensure the achievement of production targets in the assigned area by guaranteeing compliance with safety, quality, environmental, and operational standards. This role exists to maintain stable operations, protect people and equipment, and drive continuous improvement through effective management of processes, resources, and frontline teams.

The Role

As a Production Engineer, you will oversee daily plant operations while ensuring adherence to manufacturing procedures, industry standards (IATF 16949, ISO 14001, ISO 45001), and Clarios values. You will lead shift activities, coordinate with maintenance, planning, and quality teams, and ensure safe, efficient, and high‑quality production.
You will also manage incident response, support audits, coach high‑performance teams, implement Lean/TPM practices, and ensure continuity of operations across shifts.

Key Responsibilities

• Lead start‑of‑shift meetings and ensure alignment on safety, production priorities, and operational goals.
• Ensure correct use of PPE and compliance with Lockout/Tagout (LoTo) and all safety procedures.
• Approve special work permits (hot work, heights, confined spaces, energy isolation).
• Stop and correct unsafe acts or substandard conditions affecting safety, quality, or equipment integrity.
• Ensure proper identification, management, and escalation of non‑conforming products.
• Approve and audit first‑piece inspections and operational conditions.
• Conduct Safetrack observations and close deviations with timely feedback.
• Collect information and support incident investigations following escalation protocols.
• Ensure execution of production plans and escalate deviations impacting schedule or continuity.
• Guarantee continuous operation between shifts—zero minutes lost at shift handover.
• Oversee basic equipment care, ensure work orders are raised and closed properly.
• Support TPM, 5S, standard work, Quick Changeover, and other Lean initiatives.
• Conduct LPA audits and ensure corrective actions are executed.
• Ensure compliance with IATF 16949 and ISO 14001 procedures applicable to the area.
• Lead High‑Performance Teams (HPTs), ensuring problem‑solving, scorecard management, and maturity progression.
• Manage staffing matters: vacations, attendance, exceptions, and payroll inputs.
• Promote an inclusive, healthy, and collaborative work environment aligned to Clarios values.
• Support training, certification, and development plans for all team members.
• Drive continuous improvement projects and follow methodologies such as Gemba, Green Belt, and rapid problem‑solving.

Expected Outcomes

• Safe and stable operations with zero high‑risk incidents.
• Full compliance with quality standards, first‑piece approvals, and LPA audit requirements.
• Execution of the production plan with minimal downtime and strong shift continuity.
• Effective escalation and resolution of operational deviations.
• High‑performance teams with clear metrics, problem‑solving capability, and consistent follow‑up.
• Improved operational discipline through TPM, Lean tools, and standardization.
• Strong alignment with Clarios values demonstrated through leadership, communication, and team engagement.

What You Bring (Qualifications)

Schooling Area

• Industrial Engineering
• Mechanical, Electrical, Chemical, or Mechatronics Engineering
• Related engineering fields

Desirable Knowledge

• Manufacturing operations and process control
• Safety systems (STOP, Safetrack, LoTo)
• ISO 14001 / ISO 45001 / IATF 16949
• TPM, Lean Manufacturing, 5S, standard work, QCO, Kanban
• Inventory control and basic equipment care
• ERP systems (SAP, QAD)
• Leadership and team management

Core Competencies

• Effective communication and assertiveness
• Leadership and team development
• Problem‑solving and decision‑making
• Time management and prioritization
• Emotional intelligence and resilience
• Adaptability and continuous improvement mindset
• Inclusive and ethical leadership aligned with company values

Work Model & Travel

On‑site at the Celeya DC (role includes rotating shifts).
No travel required.