Rubber Incharge/ Rubber Technology Specialist

Job Title Rubber Technology Specialist Location Satara Maharashtra India Department Manufacturing Production Reports To Head - Operations Position Overview Utkarsh Transmissions Pvt Ltd UTL Couplings is seeking an experienced Rubber Technology Specialist to lead our elastomer manufacturing operations at our Satara plant The role involves managing end-to-end rubber production processes including formulation mixing molding tooling development and quality assurance while meeting daily production targets and driving continuous improvement The ideal candidate will provide strong technical and people leadership to a team of 10-15 production personnel Key Responsibilities 1 Manufacturing Operations Oversee day-to-day operations of the rubber mixing and molding department Ensure production targets quality standards and delivery timelines are achieved as per the production plan Monitor process parameters equipment performance and adherence to standard operating procedures SOPs Coordinate with maintenance planning and quality teams to ensure smooth operations and minimal downtime 2 Material Formulation Management Develop optimize and maintain elastomer formulations including Neoprene Nitrile EPDM Natural Rubber and Polyurethane Ensure consistency in physical and mechanical properties such as tensile strength hardness tear resistance and durability Maintain detailed formulation records compound testing data and material traceability documentation 3 Tooling Process Development Design develop and validate compression or injection molding dies and tooling for new developments Work closely with design and R D teams to translate product requirements into manufacturable die designs Conduct trial runs evaluate process parameters and optimize cycle times for efficiency and quality 4 Team Management Leadership Lead train and motivate a team of approximately 10-15 operators technicians and supervisors Assign tasks monitor performance and ensure adherence to production schedules and safety standards Conduct regular skill-building sessions to enhance technical knowledge and process discipline Foster a culture of accountability teamwork and continuous improvement within the department 5 Quality Compliance Implement and enforce quality control standards for raw materials compounds and finished parts Support internal and external audits by maintaining proper documentation and traceability Drive process improvements to reduce scrap improve yield and enhance product consistency 6 Cross-Functional Coordination Collaborate with planning procurement maintenance and dispatch teams to align production activities with overall manufacturing schedules Communicate effectively with leadership on performance metrics challenges and improvement initiatives Qualifications Experience Education Bachelor s degree in Rubber Technology Polymer Science Chemistry or related field Experience Minimum 5-10 years in rubber compounding molding and process development in industrial or automotive rubber product manufacturing Technical Skills In-depth knowledge of rubber compounding mixing curing systems and mold design Hands-on experience with rubber processing machinery kneaders mills presses Proficiency in mechanical property testing tensile hardness rebound compression set Familiarity with ISO TS quality systems ERP systemd process documentation and production reporting Key Competencies Strong leadership and team management abilities Analytical and problem-solving mindset with a hands-on approach Effective communication and collaboration across departments Commitment to safety quality and continuous process improvement Job Types Full-time Permanent Pay 28 000 00 - 45 800 00 per month Benefits Health insurance Provident Fund Work Location In person