Production In-Charge - Fire Rated Steel Doors Fire Doors · Dubai - UAE

Naffco Group; Dubai; On-site; AED 134,000 - 201,000; Full time

Job summary

Naffco Group is seeking an experienced Production Supervisor to lead the manufacturing of fire rated steel doors in our Dubai-based facility. You will plan, coordinate and supervise cutting, welding, assembly, glazing, painting and final inspection to meet targets and quality standards.

You will manage daily schedules, allocate resources, supervise and train staff, ensure compliance with safety and environmental policies, and drive continuous improvement across production processes.

Qualifications

• 3–5 years of experience in manufacturing or production supervision, preferably in steel doors or metal fabrication.
• Experience in cutting, welding, assembly, finishing and quality inspection.
• Ability to read technical drawings, BOMs and production documentation.
• Strong leadership and communication skills.
• Willingness to work extra hours and site visits.
• Valid UAE Driving Licence preferred.
• Commitment to quality and continuous improvement.
• Experience with production reporting and record keeping.

Responsibilities

• Plan, organize and supervise fire rated steel door production to meet targets.
• Coordinate workshop activities: cutting, welding, assembly, glazing, hardware fitting, painting and final inspection.
• Allocate resources and prepare daily/weekly production schedules; monitor progress to ensure timely completion.
• Ensure doors are manufactured and tested to required fire ratings and comply with standards, client specifications and company procedures.
• Inspect incoming materials/components for compliance and raise non-conformance reports as needed.
• Carry out quality control at key production stages and maintain accurate production and inspection records.
• Supervise and train staff, promote safe working practices and conduct toolbox talks and on-the-job coaching.
• Manage equipment, tooling and consumables; coordinate maintenance and report faults to minimise downtime.
• Coordinate with engineering, quality, procurement and logistics to resolve issues and ensure drawings and materials are available.
• Prepare daily and weekly production reports covering output, scrap, rework, manpower utilisation and schedule progress.
• Drive continuous improvement to increase productivity, reduce waste and improve quality and consistency.
• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental policies and maintain a clean, organised workshop.

Skills

Leadership

Communication

Team management

Problem solving

Attention to detail

Continuous improvement

Production reporting

Welding & fabrication

Job description

Key Responsibilities

• Plan, organise and supervise fire rated steel door production to meet targets, quality standards and delivery schedules.

• Coordinate day-to-day workshop activities including cutting, welding, assembly, glazing, hardware fitting, painting and final inspection.

• Allocate resources and prepare daily/weekly production schedules; monitor progress to ensure timely completion.

• Ensure doors are manufactured and tested to required fire ratings and comply with standards, client specifications and company procedures.

• Inspect incoming materials/components for compliance and raise non-conformance reports as needed.

• Carry out quality control at key production stages and maintain accurate production and inspection records.

• Supervise and train staff, promote safe working practices and conduct toolbox talks and on-the-job coaching.

• Manage equipment, tooling and consumables; coordinate maintenance and report faults to minimise downtime.

• Coordinate with engineering, quality, procurement and logistics to resolve issues and ensure drawings and materials are available.

• Prepare daily and weekly production reports covering output, scrap, rework, manpower utilisation and schedule progress.

• Drive continuous improvement to increase productivity, reduce waste and improve quality and consistency.

• Ensure compliance with health, safety and environmental policies and maintain a clean, organised workshop.

Technical Responsibilities

• Read and interpret manufacturing drawings, shop drawings and technical specifications for fire rated steel doors, frames and hardware.

• Apply knowledge of materials, welding, metal fabrication and surface preparation for fire rated door manufacture.

• Understand fire testing requirements that impact certification.

• Ensure correct installation and adjustment of door hardware, seals and ironmongery for performance and durability.

• Support testing and commissioning, assist with sample builds and remedial actions to achieve required fire rating performance.

Minimum Requirements

• Minimum 3-5 years' experience in manufacturing or production supervision, preferably in steel door, metal fabrication or related building products.

• Experience in cutting, welding, assembly, finishing and quality inspection.

• Working knowledge of fire rated door construction and certification requirements or willingness to learn applicable standards.

• Ability to read technical drawings, bill of materials and production documentation.

• Strong leadership, communication and team-management skills.

• Practical problem-solving skills, attention to detail and commitment to quality and continuous improvement.

• Competent in production reporting and record keeping; comfortable using digital tools for tracking output.

• Valid UAE Driving Licence preferred.

• Willingness to work additional hours and visit project sites or clients as required.