Hot end shift engineer

1. Production Management & Changeovers • Participate in product changeovers and provide technical support to ensure smooth transitions, high product quality and faster production ramp-up. • Independently restart existing production or carry out complete start-ups for new production runs. • Ensure efficient operational performance of two production lines during assigned shifts. • Monitor production activities and ensure achievement of output and quality targets. • Track key operating parameters, including forehearth temperature, feeder mechanisms, gob shape, IS timer settings, equipment movements, lehr infeed settings and hot-end surface treatment. • Monitor production losses and quality deviations and take immediate corrective action. 2. IS Machine Operations & Troubleshooting • Supervise IS machine operators and provide hands-on technical support for troubleshooting and problem-solving. • Ensure quick, safe and quality-focused equipment restart following machine breakdowns. • Coordinate with technical specialists, including the IS Workshop Leader and Feeder Man, whenever additional support is required. • Prevent equipment damage by ensuring proper machine operation and smooth movement of IS sections. • Monitor servo and cylinder cushion settings to maintain equipment condition and reliability. • Ensure standard machine set-up checklists are available and followed. 3. Quality Control & Inspection • Conduct random production sampling and perform at least two complete sampling checks per machine during each shift. • Increase sampling frequency depending on machine condition and production requirements. • Supervise hot-end quality inspections and ensure operators follow product specifications. • Conduct independent random quality checks to identify and prevent quality deviations. • Coordinate with cold-end sorting teams whenever machine-related issues affect finished-product quality. • Take immediate action when defects are identified at the hot end or cold end. • Maintain proper action records and traceability through inspection sheets, New Qualiglass software and other defined reporting tools. • Ensure compliance with quality procedures and standards. 4. Safety, Housekeeping & Operational Discipline • Ensure machines and shop-floor areas are maintained in a clean, organised and safe condition. • Ensure operators follow workplace discipline and established operating procedures. • Strictly enforce safety standards and ensure team members understand and follow safety requirements. • Provide safety guidance and training to operators whenever required. • Ensure proper swabbing practices, including correct grease usage, approved grease references, prevention of wastage and disposal of soiled bottles as per instructions. 5. Team Management & Communication • Supervise IS machine operators and provide technical guidance during production activities. • Train new and inexperienced employees in IS machine operations. • Maintain effective communication with cold-end personnel and other production teams. • Participate in production management meetings and communicate production results, upcoming activities, priorities and required actions. • Coordinate with relevant teams to implement solutions and improve production performance. • Ensure proper shift handover, including previous shift results, pending issues, special instructions and upcoming production activities. • Prepare detailed shift-end reports and share all relevant production information with the incoming team. 6. Emergency Handling & Continuous Improvement • Respond effectively to emergencies, including energy failures and hot-end scraper-related situations. • Identify opportunities to improve machine performance, production efficiency and product quality. • Take ownership of corrective actions and ensure timely implementation. • Perform any additional responsibilities required for the efficient operation of the plant. • Minimum 5 years of hands-on experience in IS (Individual Section) glass manufacturing machines in a technically skilled position. • Experience with different IS machine processes, including: • Blow and Blow – preferred. • Press and Blow – also considered. • Experience working with advanced IS machines and high-quality manufacturing environments will be an added advantage. • Strong technical knowledge of: • Thermal systems. • Hydraulic systems. • Pneumatic systems. • Mechanical systems. • Good command of English (spoken, written and comprehension). • Familiarity with computer applications and IT tools. • Strong analytical and troubleshooting skills. • Good understanding of production processes, machine settings and quality control. • Strong focus on workplace safety and product quality. • Ability to work collaboratively with cross-functional teams. • Leadership skills and experience supervising production operators.