Interwood is looking for a detail-oriented and technically sound Production Engineer (Upholstery) to manage and enhance our upholstery production operations. The ideal candidate must have prior experience in the upholstery segment—preferably in the automotive or high-end furniture manufacturing sector—and be capable of leading shop floor operations, planning, and workforce coordination. This role plays a vital part in ensuring product quality, efficiency, and delivery timelines are consistently met.
Requirements
- Supervise daily production activities of the upholstery line ensuring efficient workflow and quality standards.
- Collaborate with design, cutting, and stitching departments for seamless process flow and material optimization.
- Ensure availability and correct utilization of tools, machinery, and raw materials required for upholstery operations.
- Implement production plans and schedules in line with capacity and client requirements.
- Manage labor teams effectively ensuring productivity, skill alignment, and timely completion of tasks.
- Ensure proper handling and assembly of foam, fabric, leather, and frame materials as per standard procedures.
- Monitor production KPIs including output, rejection rate, and downtime. Initiate process improvements where necessary.
- Maintain production records, shift reports, and quality logs.
Experience:
- Bachelor’s degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Manufacturing Engineering (required).
- 4-5 years of experience in upholstery production operations, preferably in the automotive or furniture industry.
- Strong understanding of upholstery processes including stitching, foam cutting, assembly, and finishing.
- Hands-on experience in managing skilled labor and production teams.
- Knowledge of lean manufacturing principles, time-motion studies, and production planning tools.
- Ability to read and interpret product drawings/specs and implement them on the shop floor.
- Working knowledge of ERP or production management software (preferred).
- Strong leadership, communication, and coordination skills.
- Flexibility to work in multiple shifts and a fast-paced environment.
Benefits
- Medical Insurance
- Provident Fund
- EOBI
- Paid Leaves
- Easy loan and advance salary facility
- Alternate Saturday Off