Engineer - Production

Job Type: Full-Time

Location Type: Onsite

Location:

Sriperumbudur Taluk, Tamil Nadu, India

Job ID: [[3251]]

Alternate Locations: [[Sriperumbudur]]

Newell Brands is a leading $8.3B consumer products company with a portfolio of iconic brands such as Graco®, Coleman®, Oster®, Rubbermaid® and Sharpie®, and 25,000 talented employees around the world. Our high-performance culture, unparalleled curiosity about the world around us, and talented people fuel our success. Our culture is enabled through our core values which guide all we do and how we win as One Newell. They are Integrity, Teamwork, Passion for Winning, Ownership & Leadership.

Reynolds is a subsidiary of Newell Brands, one of the most transformative consumer product companies in the world. For over 100 years, the company has grown through brands they are privileged to bring to consumers worldwide. With products in nearly 200 countries, over 100+ brands and 31,000+ happy employees worldwide, Newell is committed to enhancing the lives of customers with innovative products that create moments of joy.

Named after Milton Reynolds (1892-1976), entrepreneur and manufacturer of the first ball point pen, the first Reynolds pen debuted in New York at the 32nd Street store on the morning of October 29, 1945. The day the pen went on sale, an estimated 5,000 shoppers stormed the shop, and approximately 50 NYPD officers had to be dispatched for crowd control.

Beginning with the debut in 1945 of its iconic 045 writing pen, Reynolds has continued to provide high-quality writing instruments to consumers globally. Today, Reynolds is one of the most well-known brands in the Indian market with fabulous top-of-mind awareness and carries various much-in-demand products that include Trimax, Racer Gel, Jetter Classic, Brite and Champ. Reynolds Pens are now the favorite pens among millions in India and around the world.

Newell Brands is focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments. Our portfolio includes iconic brands such as Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Coleman, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, Parker, NUK, Spontex, Campingaz, Breville and more. Many of our brands were created in Europe and have a long and much-loved heritage in the region, including Spontex, Waterman, DYMO, NUK and Campingaz, all developed and manufactured in Europe.

The PEAK Engineer is responsible for setting up, optimizing, and maintaining manufacturing processes to ensure efficiency, quality, and productivity. This role involves collaborating with cross-functional teams to drive continuous improvement and implement best practices in production operations.

Manufacturing Setup & Process Optimization
Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing
Quality & Compliance
Cross-Functional Collaboration

Percent of Time (%)	Tasks & Responsibilities
40%	Manufacturing Setup & Process Optimization: Lead new manufacturing setups, ensuring seamless integration with existing operations. Define and document process parameters, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs). Optimize plant layout, material flow, and workstation ergonomics for maximum efficiency. Coordinate with tooling, automation, and maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations
30%	Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste. Implement 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and other process improvement techniques. Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, cycle time, and defect rates. Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve production bottlenecks.
15%	Quality & Compliance Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, GMP, etc.). Support PPAP, FAI, and validation of new processes and products. Collaborate with the Quality team to implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) and reduce defects. Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.
15%	Cross-Functional Collaboration Work closely with R&D, Supply Chain, and Production teams to support new product development (NPD). Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis for new processes. Develop training programs for operators and technicians on new manufacturing processes. Support capacity planning and investment decisions for future expansions.

Percent of Time (%)

Tasks & Responsibilities

40%

Manufacturing Setup & Process Optimization:

Lead new manufacturing setups, ensuring seamless integration with existing operations.
Define and document process parameters, work instructions, and standard operating procedures (SOPs).
Optimize plant layout, material flow, and workstation ergonomics for maximum efficiency.
Coordinate with tooling, automation, and maintenance teams to ensure smooth operations

30%

Continuous Improvement & Lean Manufacturing

Drive Lean, Six Sigma, and Kaizen initiatives to enhance productivity and reduce waste.
Implement 5S, Value Stream Mapping, and other process improvement techniques.
Monitor Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) such as OEE, cycle time, and defect rates.
Lead root cause analysis (RCA) and corrective/preventive actions (CAPA) to resolve production bottlenecks.

15%

Quality & Compliance

Ensure compliance with industry standards (ISO 9001, ISO 14001, GMP, etc.).
Support PPAP, FAI, and validation of new processes and products.
Collaborate with the Quality team to implement Statistical Process Control (SPC) and reduce defects.
Maintain compliance with safety, environmental, and regulatory requirements.

15%

Cross-Functional Collaboration

Work closely with R&D, Supply Chain, and Production teams to support new product development (NPD).
Conduct feasibility studies and cost-benefit analysis for new processes.
Develop training programs for operators and technicians on new manufacturing processes.
Support capacity planning and investment decisions for future expansions.

EDUCATION/CERTIFICATIONS
*Required:*	Bachelor’s degree in mechanical engineering or engineering-relevant fields
*Preferred:*	BE- Industrial Engineering.

Work Experience

8 to 10 years

Newell Brands (NASDAQ: NWL) is a leading global consumer goods company with a strong portfolio of well-known brands, including Rubbermaid, Sharpie, Graco, Coleman, Rubbermaid Commercial Products, Yankee Candle, Paper Mate, FoodSaver, Dymo, EXPO, Elmer’s, Oster, NUK, Spontex and Campingaz. We are focused on delighting consumers by lighting up everyday moments.

Date Posted: Feb 5, 2025