Fabrication Supervisor

Client of Angel Gulf Jobs; Sharjah; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Client of Angel Gulf Jobs seeks a capable Sheet Metal Production Supervisor in Sharjah to oversee cutting, bending, punching and welding processes, ensuring engineering specs and dimensional accuracy.

The role requires 3–5 years in manufacturing supervision, strong leadership of blue-collar teams, and proficiency with laser cutting, press brakes, and CAD/CAM tools. Hindi fluency is mandatory; English is an asset. Safety and 5S compliance are essential.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years in a manufacturing supervisory role.
• Significant experience in sheet metal fabrication (cutting, bending, welding).
• Laser cutting machine operation is a must.
• Knowledge of GD&T and reading engineering drawings.
• Fluency in Hindi mandatory; English knowledge preferred.

Responsibilities

• Production oversight and quality control; supervise cutting, punching, bending and welding to specs.
• Directly supervise fabrication personnel; assign tasks and monitor workflow to reduce idle time.
• Identify bottlenecks and ensure timely material requisitions; maintain organized work areas (5S).
• Enforce safety policies; ensure machinery is operated safely and maintained; report malfunctions.

Tools

Laser cutting machine operation

Press Brake operation

GD&T reading

AutoCAD

SolidWorks

CypCut

Metalix

Job description

Ideal Candidate Profile

We are seeking a candidate with a can do amp a strict authoritative presence on the shop floor The ideal candidate is a practical leader who can efficiently manage our workers foster a culture of accountability efficiency and continuous improvement and have significant experience in sheet metal fabrication

Mandatory Requirements Non-Negotiable

Experience

• Minimum of 3-5 years in a manufacturing supervisory role
• Significant experience in sheet metal fabrication
• cutting bending welding is essential

Technical Expertise

• Laser Cutting Machine operation is a must
• Press Brake Bending Machines Must understand the fundamentals of bending allowances dyes amp tools
• Welding Processes Must have good knowledge of TIG MIG Spot amp Laser Welding
• Technical Literacy Proficient in reading engineering drawings Geometric Dimensioning amp Tolerancing GD amp T and job travellers

Leadership

• Proven ability to lead motivate and develop a production team
• Must be capable of managing blue-collar workers according to capabilities

Language

• Fluency in Hindi is mandatory as our labor force is largely North Indian

Key Responsibilities

• Production Oversight amp Quality Control Supervise cutting punching bending and welding processes to ensure adherence to engineering specs Verify dimensional accuracy and bend allowances at all stages Ensure job cards are accurately prepared and implement rigorous inspection protocols
• Team Leadership amp Efficiency Directly supervise fabrication personnel assign tasks and monitor workflow to eliminate idle time Record daily attendance manage shift schedules and authorize overtime Train new hires and upskill existing workers on techniques safety and quality
• Process amp Workflow Management Proactively identify and resolve bottlenecks Ensure timely material requisitions and proper handling storage and identification of parts materials Maintain organized clean and efficient work areas 5S principles
• Safety amp Equipment Enforce strict compliance with all company safety policies and PPE Conduct regular safety briefings and audits Ensure machinery is operated safely and maintained report malfunctions immediately

Preferred Qualifications

• Direct experience with electrical switchgear fabrication e g enclosures bus supports brackets is strongly preferred
• Fluency in English
• Knowledge of CAD CAM software e g AutoCAD Metalix CypCut SolidWorks and Microsoft Office
• A formal technical qualification e g Welding Certification Machining Engineering Diploma

Candidate Assessment Checklist

Please use this checklist from the job description to pre-screen candidates

Category Key Skills

• Knowledge to Gauge
• Sheet Metal Fabrication Laser Cutting Machine a must Press Brake operation amp bending fundamentals Welding TIG MIG Spot amp Laser knowledge CAD to design modify parts Solidworks a bonus
• Organisational amp Leadership Planning Production Loads Reporting issues amp progress to Management Managing blue collar workers according to capabilities Implementing job card processes amp ensuring follow-through
• Personality A can do attitude A strict authoritative presence on the shop floor

Full Requirements Summary

Minimum of 3-5 years in a manufacturing supervisory role. Significant experience in sheet metal fabrication (cutting, bending, welding) is essential.Must be proficient in the following: o Laser Cutting Machine operation is a must. o Press Brake / Bending Machines: Must understand the fundamentals of bending, allowances, dyes & tools. o Welding Processes: Must have good knowledge of TIG, MIG, Spot & Laser Welding.Proficient in reading engineering drawings, Geometric Dimensioning & Tolerancing (GD&T), and job travellers.Proven ability to lead, motivate, and develop a production team. Must be capable of managing blue-collar workers according to capabilities.Fluency in Hindi is mandatory as our labor force is largely North Indian.Direct experience with electrical switchgear fabrication (e.g., enclosures, bus supports, brackets) is strongly preferred.Fluency in English. Knowledge of CAD/CAM software (e.g., AutoCAD, Metalix, CypCut, SolidWorks) and Microsoft Office. A formal technical qualification (e.g., Welding Certification, Machining, Engineering Diploma).A "can do" attitudeA strict authoritative presence on the shop floor