Production Engineer – Lubricant Manufacturing

About the role

Belgin Madeni Yağlar, a leading Turkish manufacturer of lubricants and greases, is seeking a Production Engineer to join its manufacturing site in the Gebze Organized Industrial Zone. The role focuses on overseeing the production of lubricants and greases, ensuring efficient operations and high product quality.

Key responsibilities

• Monitor daily lubricant and grease production processes, identify bottlenecks and implement improvements.
• Manage the transfer of new products to the production line and define appropriate process parameters.
• Follow production plans, coordinate with the production team and ensure smooth execution of scheduled batches.
• Track machine and workforce capacity, propose and execute capacity‑enhancement measures.
• Collaborate with R&D, Quality and other departments to optimise processes and maintain product specifications.

Required profile

• Bachelor’s degree in Chemical Engineering.
• Minimum three years of hands‑on experience in lubricant or grease manufacturing, especially blending operations.
• Advanced English proficiency (minimum B2 level).
• Strong analytical mindset with a data‑driven approach to problem solving.

Required skills

• Experience with ERP systems, preferably IFS, for production tracking and inventory management.
• Proficiency in blending operations and process monitoring.
• Ability to analyse production data and implement process improvements.