Candidate must be –
Qualification: BE Mechanical / Production from reputed institute
Experience: 7 to 10 years from manufacturing industry TIG/MIG welding processes, NDT methods, and
production management.
• Fluency in English mandatory
• Proven experience and deep knowledge of production management
• Good knowledge of Welding process and requirements for the same.
• Good exposure to implementation of IMS.
• Understanding of quality standards and health & safety regulations
• Knowledge of performance evaluation and budgeting concepts
• Experience in reporting on key production KPI.
• Proficient in MS Office, Power BI and SAP in PP, MM module
• Outstanding communication ability
• Excellent organizational and leaderships skills
• Attention to detail.
• Strong decision-making skills and a results-driven approach
• Work experience on TPM be advantageous and overview of other TPM pillars.
Certifications:
Certified Welding Inspector (CWI) or equivalent certification.
ASNT Level II/III certification in at least two NDT methods (e.g., UT/RT/MT/PT).
Key Responsibilities:
Production Management:
• Plan, coordinate, and manage production schedules to meet output targets.
• Ensure efficient utilization of resources, including manpower, materials, and equipment.
• Monitor production metrics (e.g., cycle time, efficiency) and implement improvements
Welding Process Oversight:
• Develop, review, and implement Welding Procedure Specifications (WPS) and Procedure
Qualification Records (PQR).
• Manage Welder Performance Qualifications (WPQ) to ensure compliance with industry
standards.
• Supervise TIG/MIG welding operations to ensure adherence to specifications like ASME Section
IX or AWS D1.1.
Quality Assurance & NDT:
• Implement quality control measures for welding and
• Oversee NDT activities such as ultrasonic testing (UT), radiographic testing (RT), magnetic
particle testing (MT), or dye penetrant testing (PT).
• Ensure compliance with international standards for weld inspection and NDT procedures.
Team Leadership & Training:
• Lead a team of welders, technicians, and operators by providing guidance and technical support.
• Conduct training sessions on WPS/WPQ compliance, safety protocols, and advanced
welding/NDT techniques.
Documentation & Reporting:
• Maintain accurate records of WPS/PQR/WPQ documentation, production logs, inspection
reports, and NDT results.
• Prepare regular reports on production performance, quality issues, and corrective actions taken.
Safety & Compliance:
• Ensure all production activities comply with health, safety, and environmental regulations.
• Conduct risk assessments and implement measures to mitigate hazards in welding and NDT
operations.
Technical Skills:
• Expertise in developing WPS/PQR/WPQ documentation.
• Strong knowledge of welding codes such as AWS D1.1 or ASME Section IX.
• Proficiency in interpreting technical drawings and specifications.
• Familiarity with lean manufacturing principles for improving production efficiency.
Preferred Skills:
• Experience with advanced welding techniques like GTAW/SMAW/FCAW/GMAW.