What makes us strong? Our employees in 50 countries worldwide – all working with passion to enable high-tech applications with our strong metals: tungsten and molybdenum.
Our CERATIZIT sites in India are key production and sales locations — offering precision tools and services for the automotive, aerospace, electronics and engineering sectors, with a strong focus on innovation and sustainability.
Join a highly motivated team in India, where local expertise meets the global knowledge and values of the Plansee Group.
TASKS & RESPONSIBILITIES
➢ Plan, coordinate, and execute production activities for the manufacturing of Solid Carbide Tools, Indexable Tools, and Special Purpose Cutting Tools to meet production targets.
➢ Monitor and optimize manufacturing processes including CNC tool grinding, edge preparation, coating coordination, inspection, and packaging operations.
➢ Ensure adherence to production schedules, quality standards, delivery commitments, and cost objectives.
➢ Analyze and improve machine utilization, cycle times, productivity, and overall equipment effectiveness (OEE).
➢ Coordinate with Design, Quality, Maintenance, Planning, and Supply Chain teams to ensure smooth production flow and timely order execution.
➢ Monitor tooling performance, process capability, and product quality to ensure compliance with customer specifications.
➢ Ensure proper utilization of machines, manpower, and materials to achieve optimal production costs.
➢ Support new product introduction (NPI) activities by validating manufacturing processes and establishing production standards.
➢ Ensure compliance with safety, quality, and environmental standards within the manufacturing facility.
PROFILE & REQUIREMENTS
➢ Bachelor's Degree / Diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline.
➢ 5-8 years of experience in cutting tools manufacturing, CNC grinding, precision machining, or tool production environments.
➢ Strong knowledge of Solid Carbide Cutting Tools, End Mills, Drills, Reamers, Taps, Indexable Tools, and Special Purpose Tools.
➢ Hands-on experience with CNC Tool & Cutter Grinding Machines such as Surface, WALTER, Rollomatic, or equivalent.
➢ Good understanding of metal cutting principles, tool geometry, carbide grades, grinding processes, and tool manufacturing methods.
➢ Knowledge of production planning, capacity utilization, process optimization, and shop floor management.
➢ Familiarity with quality tools, SPC, GD&T, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies.
➢ Effective communication and coordination skills with cross-functional teams.
WHAT WE OFFER
➢ Opportunity to work with advanced CNC cutting tool manufacturing technologies.
➢ Exposure to international quality standards and world-class manufacturing practices.
➢ Attractive compensation and benefits package based on experience and qualifications.
➢ Long-term growth opportunities within a technology-driven manufacturing organization.
Vijaya Kumar | Recruiting Team | [email protected]
CERATIZIT India Pvt. Ltd
Skills Required
- Bachelor’s degree or diploma in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, Manufacturing Engineering, or a related discipline
- 5–8 years of experience in cutting tools manufacturing, CNC grinding, precision machining, or tool production environments
- Strong knowledge of solid carbide cutting tools, end mills, drills, reamers, taps, indexable tools, and special purpose tools
- Hands-on experience with CNC tool and cutter grinding machines such as Surface, WALTER, Rollomatic, or equivalent
- Understanding of metal cutting principles, tool geometry, carbide grades, grinding processes, and tool manufacturing methods
- Knowledge of production planning, capacity utilization, process optimization, and shop floor management
- Familiarity with quality tools, SPC, GD&T, root cause analysis, and continuous improvement methodologies
- Effective communication and cross-functional coordination skills
What We Do
The Plansee Group We specialize in the processing of molybdenum and tungsten. Ceratizit processes tungsten carbide into tools. Plansee processes molybdenum and tungsten metals into semifinished products and components. The supply of our key raw materials molybdenum and tungsten is also guaranteed. Global Tungsten & Powders supplies tungsten and tungsten carbide powder both to the Plansee Group as well as to external customers. Molymet supplies molybdenum powder
