KONE, a global leader in the elevator and escalator industry, is inviting applications for the position of Government Apprentice / Company Apprentice / Diploma Engineering Trainee (DET) for its manufacturing operations in Chennai, Tamil Nadu.
1. Key Job Overview & Specifications
| Parameter | Specification |
| Hiring Organization | KONE Elevator India Private Limited |
| Role Titles | Government Apprentice / Company Apprentice / Diploma Engineering Trainee (DET) |
| Workplace Type | On-site (Chennai Facility) |
| Employment Type | Full-Time Apprenticeship / Training Program |
| Location | Chennai, Tamil Nadu, India |
| Experience Required | 0 to 1 Year (Freshers Eligible) |
| Target Qualifications | Diploma in Engineering (Mechanical, Electrical, Electronics, Production, or Mechatronics) |
| Industry | Elevators, Escalators & Industrial Manufacturing |
2. Technical Focus & Operational Scope
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| OPERATIONAL SCOPE |
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| Production & Assembly| Line assembly, sub-assembly handling, & shop-floor manufacturing |
| Quality & Testing | First Pass Yield (FPY), zero-defect checks, & rework reduction |
| Operational Standards| Implementation of Lean Manufacturing, 5S, & Six Sigma principles |
| Safety & EHS | Adherence to workplace safety protocols & IIFR metric tracking |
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3. Performance Metrics & Core Competencies
- Safety & Environment: Zero lost time due to injury, active participation in 5S audits, and environmental target compliance.
- Quality & Efficiency: Adherence to Complete on Time (COT) schedules, high First Pass Yield (FPY), and reduction of scrap/rework.
- Core Competencies: Basic knowledge of manufacturing machinery/tools, problem-solving skills (PDCA), process discipline, and time management.
4. How to Apply
1.Update Resume:
Highlight your Diploma credentials, hands-on assembly/quality exposure, knowledge of 5S/Lean manufacturing, and two-wheeler/residence details near Chennai.
2.Submit Profile via LinkedIn / KONE Portal:
Navigate to the official KONE Careers page or apply directly via the LinkedIn posting for Government Apprentice – Chennai.