We are looking for an enthusiastic, early-career Trainee Manufacturing Engineer to join our team, working on-site from our Palakkad office. In this role you will be a key member of our Operations function, contributing directly to our goals and working closely with talented colleagues across the business.
This is a hands-on role with real ownership and impact. You will apply your skills in Lean Manufacturing, Process Optimization and Six Sigma to solve interesting problems, ship work you can be proud of and help us raise the bar for what we do. You will collaborate with cross-functional teams, share your ideas openly and have the support you need to do your best work and grow along the way.
This role is open to fresh graduates and those early in their careers (0 to 1 years of experience). We are looking for someone with a strong foundation in Lean Manufacturing and Process Optimization, a hunger to learn, attention to detail and excellent communication and teamwork skills. Above all, we value curiosity, ownership and a positive attitude.
Within your first few months, you will get up to speed with our products, processes and people, build strong working relationships across the team, and begin taking ownership of your own work. Over time, you will have the opportunity to deepen your expertise, take on broader scope and grow your career with us as the company continues to scale.
In return, we offer a supportive, inclusive and collaborative environment, competitive pay, meaningful benefits and the chance to do work that genuinely matters. We care about our people, invest in their growth and want everyone here to be able to do the best work of their careers.
If this sounds like you, we would love to hear from you. Tapti Beverages is an equal-opportunity employer: we welcome applicants of all backgrounds and are committed to building a diverse team and an inclusive workplace where everyone can thrive. Apply today and tell us why you would be a great fit.
Responsibilities
As a Trainee Manufacturing Engineer at Tapti Beverages, you will play a central role within our Operations function and take ownership of a broad and varied set of responsibilities. Working alongside a collaborative, motivated team, your day-to-day duties will include, but are not limited to, the following:- Identify bottlenecks and inefficiencies, and design and implement process improvements.
- Oversee day-to-day operations and ensure processes run smoothly, efficiently and to a high standard.
- Coordinate across internal teams, suppliers and partners to deliver on commitments and timelines.
- Prepare operational reports and provide clear updates to management and stakeholders.
- Support planning, budgeting and resource allocation for the function.
- Negotiate with and manage vendors, contractors and service providers.
- Drive a culture of continuous improvement, accountability and customer focus.
- Ensure adherence to standard operating procedures and continuously refine them.
- Maintain rigorous standards of quality, safety, compliance and documentation.
- Monitor key performance indicators and take corrective action to keep operations on track.
- Lead, train and support team members to deliver consistent, reliable results.
- Manage inventory, resources and scheduling to balance cost, service and quality.
- Continuously develop your skills, seek feedback and stay current with the latest developments in your field.
- Maintain accurate, thorough documentation and keep all relevant systems, tools and trackers up to date.
- Support and step in for teammates when needed to help the team meet its shared goals.
- Participate constructively in team meetings, stand-ups, planning sessions, demos and retrospectives.
- Communicate progress, risks and blockers clearly and proactively to your manager and relevant stakeholders.
- Handle confidential and sensitive information with discretion, care and integrity at all times.
- Contribute actively to a positive, inclusive, supportive and collaborative team culture.
- Contribute to a culture of accountability, learning from mistakes and celebrating shared wins.
- Bring energy, curiosity and a solutions-focused mindset to everyday challenges.
- Identify opportunities for improvement and bring forward practical ideas to make our products, processes and ways of working better.
- Ensure your work meets agreed quality, compliance and security standards before it is considered complete.
- Collaborate respectfully and effectively with colleagues across teams, functions, time zones and locations.
- Uphold the company's values, policies, security requirements and standards of professional conduct in all activities.
- Represent the team and the company professionally in internal and external interactions.
- Take full ownership of your work, manage your own priorities and consistently deliver to a high standard and on time.
- Adapt to changing priorities and remain calm, focused and effective in a fast-moving, evolving environment.
What we're looking for
0-1 years of experience; fresh graduates are encouraged to applyStrong working knowledge of Lean Manufacturing, Process Optimization and Six Sigma
B.Tech / B.E. in Industrial Engineering
Excellent communication, problem-solving and teamwork skills
Benefits
At Tapti Beverages, we believe that looking after our people is the foundation of doing great work. We offer a comprehensive, thoughtfully designed benefits and perks package that supports your health, your finances, your growth and your life outside of work. When you join us, you can expect the following:- A results-focused environment that values outcomes and impact over hours logged at a desk.
- Regular recognition and appreciation for great work, both publicly and privately.
- A culture that actively encourages experimentation, stretch projects and learning from both wins and mistakes.
- A modern, well-equipped office in a convenient location, with snacks, great coffee and plenty of collaborative space.
- Employee discounts and access to a curated range of partner perks, offers and benefits.
- Opportunities to attend, speak at and learn from industry events and conferences.
- Transparent communication, regular all-hands updates and direct, approachable access to leadership.
- Structured mentorship, regular feedback and clear, transparent career-progression frameworks to help you grow.
- Regular team lunches, celebrations, offsites and social events that make work more fun, human and connected.
- Flexible time-off arrangements and the trust to take the breaks you need, when you need them.
- Support for relocation where relevant, to help you make a smooth move and settle in quickly.
- Protected time for learning, regular internal knowledge-sharing sessions and access to leading online learning platforms.
- A real commitment to diversity, equity and inclusion, with employee resource groups and an open, respectful culture.
- A competitive salary that is reviewed regularly and benchmarked against the market to keep your pay fair and current.
- Comprehensive medical, dental and vision insurance for you and your dependants, so you and your family are well looked after.
- A home-office set-up allowance plus the laptop, equipment and tools you need to work comfortably and productively.
- Additional wellbeing and volunteering days each year to look after yourself and give back to your community.
- Generous referral bonuses for helping us find and hire other great people to join the team.
- Personal accident and term life insurance providing financial protection and peace of mind for you and your loved ones.
- A performance-linked annual bonus that meaningfully rewards both your individual contribution and the company's success.
- Commuter, transport and travel support to make getting to and from work easier and more affordable.
- earned, casual and sick leave in line with company policy, plus public holidays, because rest and time to recharge are essential to doing great, sustainable work.
- Mental-health support including confidential counselling, an Employee Assistance Programme and a range of wellbeing resources.
Education
B.Tech / B.E. in Industrial Engineering