Operator

DMB; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 89,000 - 134,000; Full time

Job summary

Ducab in the UAE seeks an experienced machine operator to safely operate and monitor production machinery according to SOPs and production plans. You will support lean manufacturing initiatives and ensure output aligns with quality standards in a large industrial plant in Abu Dhabi.

The role requires 4+ years in machinery operation, strong stamina, and the ability to follow detailed instructions and safety guidelines. Training will be provided for SAP-based maintenance and quality checks.

Qualifications

• Secondary School Certificate plus a relevant technical trade certificate (2–3 year degree).
• Or a minimum of five (5) years of directly relevant experience in the same role.
• Operational skills, good communication, physically able, time management.

Responsibilities

• Operate assigned machinery and equipment safely and efficiently in line with Ducab SOPs and instructions.
• Implement all relevant HSE policies, procedures & guidelines and participate in emergency response duties.
• Prepare quality checklists for management to support quality programs and report deviations for corrective action.
• Carry out routine checks on machine parameters and report deviations to ensure efficiency and output.
• Undertake autonomous maintenance of equipment as scheduled by SAP.
• Maintain production records in the log book and quality records in SAP for traceability.

Skills

Operational skills

Good communication

Physical fitness

Time management

Education

Secondary School Certificate + technical trade certificate

Job description

Operate machine and equipment according to Standard Operating Procedures, processes and manufacturing plan to safely produce conforming products that meet targeted outputs.

KEY ACCOUNTABILITIES

Policies, Processes and Procedures

• Operate assigned machinery and equipment safely and efficiently in line with Ducab Standard Operating Procedures, processes, standards and instructions and with lean principles

Health, Safety and Environment (HSE)

• Implement all relevant HSE policies, procedures & guidelines
• Participate in Emergency Response duties as a team member, as applicable

Reports

• Provide input for the preparation of method statements and initiate any near-miss reports
• Prepare various quality checklists for management to support quality programs
• Implement 5S principles to keep the work environment clean and tidy before, during and after executing the job

Innovation and Continuous Improvement

• Participate in lean manufacturing initiatives for innovation and continuous improvement

Machine Specifications and Condition

• Set up and run the machine efficiently to specified specifications to produce the required output
• Monitor the machine condition and performance and report to the Supervisor any deviations to achieve required efficiency and output

Quality Checks

• Perform quality checks on the product to ensure conformance, raise notifications in SAP and report any deviations to the Supervisor for corrective action
• Carry out routine checks on machine parameters in line with the Ducab check list to detect deviations or abnormalities and inform the Supervisor for prompt corrective action

Autonomous Maintenance

• Undertake autonomous maintenance of equipment as scheduled by SAP to meet preventive and autonomous maintenance objectives

SAP System

• Maintain a record of production in the log book and quality records in SAP to allow traceability, investigation of causes, deviations and generate corrective action

Training

• Train new operators and assistants on machine

SCOPE AND FINANCIALS

Scope:The job holder provides tool, die room and machine services in the plant within the UAE and plays a supporting supervisory role
Financial Range:Not Applicable
Organization Size:1500 Employees

INTERFACES

Internal:Manufacturing and Technical personnel
Reportees:NIL
External:None

KNOWLEDGE AND QUALIFICATIONS

Essential:Secondary School Certificate plus a relevant technical trade certificate (2–3 year degree), OR a minimum of five (5) years of directly relevant experience in the same role.

Job Skills:Operational skills, good communication, physically able, time management.

Behavioural Competencies:Systematic approach, transparency, integrity, professionalism, caring & supportive style, passion for excellence, change management orientation.

Experience:4 or more years of relevant experience in machinery and across multiple equipment, within a large industrial plant, preferably in the Cable industry.