Junior Production Supervisor

Hempel; Sharjah; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company seeks a proactive Junior Production Supervisor at their Sharjah factory. This role involves leading daily operations, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safety standards. The ideal candidate will possess a degree in engineering and have 2-3 years of manufacturing experience. Strong leadership and analytical skills are essential, along with knowledge of ERP systems and quality management protocols. Join a diverse and inclusive environment where your contributions matter.

Qualifications

• 2 to 3 years of experience in manufacturing or production supervision.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Ability to read and interpret batch cards and SOPs.

Responsibilities

• Lead daily production operations and drive quality and safety.
• Supervise maintenance technicians and ensure equipment checks.
• Train workforce and manage job allocation.

Skills

Leadership

Production management

Technical expertise in coatings

Analytical skills

Commercial focus

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Engineering

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Job description

We are seeking a proactive and results-oriented Junior Production Supervisor to lead daily operations at our Sharjah factory. The ideal candidate will have hands-on experience in managing production teams, ensuring product quality, and maintaining safety standards in a manufacturing environment. This role requires strong leadership, technical expertise in coatings, and the ability to drive efficiency while meeting production targets.

Lead day-to-day production operations while driving quality, safety, and team performance!

• Oversees all production operations, including raw material (RM) store.
• Guides and directs workforce; assigns tasks and provides instructions.
• Ensures product manufacturing aligns with batch cards and management systems.
• Trains manpower and ensures proper job allocation.
• Supervises maintenance technicians and ensures equipment checks.
• Coordinates with Production Planner for timely batch planning and delivery.
• Manages ERP transactions for stock transfer/posting.
• Enforces fire and safety protocols; active member of the Fire Fighting Team.
• Controls departmental costs, including overtime (OT).
• Maintains production-related documentation.
• Ensures adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Maintains a safe and healthy work environment in line with HSE policies.
• Follows SOPs, QMS, EMS, and OHSAS systems.
• Oversees production line operations and cross-functional coordination.
• Manages site maintenance and supervises preventive/breakdown maintenance.
• Ensures daily plans are followed, and stock availability is maintained.

What we’re looking for:

• Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production/Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
• 2 to 3 years of experience will be ideal.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Understanding of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Proficiency in Quality Management Systems (QMS), EMS, Health & Safety.
• Ability to read and interpret batch cards, SOPs, and technical documents.
• Preventive and breakdown maintenance coordination.

Turning production goals into polished results!!

• Good interpersonal, presentation, and strong analytical skills.
• Strong commercial focus and ability to define, develop, and execute new business opportunities.
• Strong collaborator.

At Hempel, you’re welcomed to a global community of 7500 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect, and support for each other. We are on a mission to double our impact. To succeed, we need bright minds and team players. Which is why, from day one, your input, ideas, and initiative are not only welcomed but valued. You will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact.

We are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued, and treated equally in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation, and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents, we can achieve great things together.

We are proud to be majority-owned by the Hempel Foundation, dedicated to philanthropic activities, with our earnings contributing to a multitude of charitable initiatives every year. It means that when working at Hempel, your hard work and dedication contribute to a greater cause, making your career matter twice.

Equal Employment Opportunity

Hempel is an equal opportunities employer and welcomes applications from diverse candidates.