Executive - Engineer

Job Title: Executive – Engineer
Location: Ambasamudram

Role Purpose:

• As an Executive - Engineering, responsible for overseeing daily shift maintenance activities in Thread Dyeing & Finishing operations.
• Manage the operation and maintenance of thread dyeing & finishing machinery, utility systems, electrical equipment, and automation systems to ensure maximum equipment availability and minimum downtime.
• Ensure safe, reliable, and efficient operation of production equipment through preventive, predictive, and breakdown maintenance practices. Support achievement of production, quality, safety, and energy management objectives.

Principal Accountabilities:

Key Result Areas

• Plan and allocate maintenance manpower effectively for shift activities to ensure uninterrupted operations.
• Attend and resolve equipment breakdowns within targeted response times.
• Perform Root Cause Analysis (RCA) for recurring failures and implement Corrective and Preventive Actions (CAPA).
• Monitor machine breakdown trends and maintain maintenance history records for analysis and improvement.
• Execute preventive and predictive maintenance plans to improve equipment reliability and availability.
• Support achievement of maintenance KPIs including MTTR, MTBF, machine availability, and downtime reduction.
• Coordinate with Production, Quality, Utility, and Engineering teams to ensure smooth shift operations.
• Support installation, commissioning, modification, and improvement projects related to thread dyeing & finishing operations.
• Monitor low Right First Time machines and support initiatives to improve RFT percentage.
• Review utility consumption and identify opportunities for operational improvements.

Utilities & Energy Management

• Monitor compressor performance and optimize compressed air consumption.
• Review daily energy consumption using ESG monitoring systems.
• Identify and implement energy conservation opportunities.
• Support sustainability initiatives and reduction of utility operating costs.
• Ensure efficient operation of power, water, compressed air, and process utility systems.

 Spares

• Maintain adequate inventory of critical spare parts to avoid production downtime.
• Identify high consumption spares and conduct RCA to reduce repeat failures.
• Ensure timely procurement and replenishment of critical maintenance parts.
• Maintain optimum inventory levels through effective spare management practices.

Safety

• Ensure implementation and sustainability of 6S standards in all maintenance work areas.
• Follow and enforce electrical safety procedures and LOTO requirements.
• Participate in safety audits, risk assessments, and incident investigations.
• Ensure compliance with company safety policies and statutory requirements.
• Promote safe work practices during all maintenance activities.

Knowledge

• Strong knowledge of Industrial Mechanical Maintenance.

• Experience in Thread Dyeing / Yarn Dyeing equipment maintenance.
• Knowledge of preventive and predictive maintenance methodologies.
• Understanding of utility systems, compressors, pumps, and energy management.
• Familiarity with RCA, CAPA, TPM, and continuous improvement practices.
• Understanding of safety standards, LOTO systems, and inventory management practices.

Education, Qualifications and Experience:

• Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or electrical & Electronics Engineering.
• 3-6+ years of maintenance experience in Textile, Thread Dyeing, Yarn Dyeing, or Process Manufacturing industries.
• Experience in shift maintenance operations and troubleshooting of industrial equipment.

Desirable:

• Experience with Pump Maintenance & Steam line operation & Pneumatic operation
• Knowledge of TPM, Lean Manufacturing, and Six Sigma tools.
• Experience in Heat exchanger & Condensate recovery system
• Experience in Compressor & Air Dryer system

At Coats Group, we are committed to innovation, excellence, and fostering a diverse and collaborative environment where every team member can thrive. If you are passionate about making an impact in the textile industry and eager to join a global leader with a rich heritage and a forward-thinking approach, we invite you to take the next step in your career with us.