Production Operator

Hempel Paints Kuwait Company W.L.L.; Sharjah; On-site; AED 60,000 - 100,000; Full time

Job summary

Hempel Paints Kuwait Company W.L.L. in Sharjah is seeking a Production Operator to run mixing, milling and filling processes ensuring quality and safety. You will work with a team on the shop floor, follow local SOPs, and maintain equipment and records for continuous runability.

The role requires English fluency and the ability to work both independently and as part of a collaborative team in a fast paced manufacturing environment.

Qualifications

• SSC/SSLC mandatory.
• Manufacturing industry experience required.
• Experience in paints manufacturing is a plus.
• Proficiency in English mandatory.
• Able to work independently or as part of a team.

Responsibilities

• Operate mixing, milling and filling equipment following SOPs.
• Safely handle and store raw materials and finished products.
• Perform in-process quality checks and report deviations.
• Maintain cleanliness to prevent cross‑contamination between batches.
• Document solvent use and waste disposal per regulations.

Skills

English proficiency

Team collaboration

Independent working

Education

SSC/SSLC

Job description

Join us in Sharjah, UAE as a Production Operator, ensuring quality, safety, and precision in paint manufacturing. Be part of a global team where collaboration drives success, could this be something for you?

Key Responsibilities

• Activities include RM Receival, RM Preparation, Mixing, Milling and Filling Activities
• Ensure activities to be performed in line with the local SOP
• Safely load and unload raw materials and finished products, ensuring they are stored and handled in compliance with safety standard
• Use appropriate PPE and handling equipment for hazardous materials, as required by company protocols
• Operate manual and semi-automatic machinery, such as mixers, grinders, and filling machines, in line with operating procedures
• Adjust machine settings and monitor operations to ensure product consistency and quality
• Conduct in-process quality checks as per the product specifications ensuring each batch meets specified standards
• Report any deviations to the supervisor and assist with corrective actions
• Perform routine cleaning of equipment and production areas to prevent cross-contamination between batches
• Follow procedures for cleaning tanks, mixers, pumps, and other equipment using designated cleaning solvents
• Label and dispose of waste materials, including leftover solvents and rejected products, in line with environmental and safety regulations
• Document the use of cleaning solvents and maintain records in the Reuse Solvent Register where applicable

Key Requirements

• SSC/SSLC is mandatory
• Manufacturing industry experience is required
• Experience in manufacturing paints is an added advantage
• Proficiency in English Language is mandatory
• Able to work independently or as a team as per the requirement at various tasks
• Highly collaborative team player
• Timely coordination and communication among the team

The position will be based in our Sharjah factory and will report into the Production Supervisor.

Join Hempel At Hempel, you’re welcomed into a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other. We’re 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 expected. In return, we will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact. At Hempel, we are committed to ensuring everyone feels 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, a commercial foundation dedicated to making a difference, with our earnings contributing to a multitude of philanthropic activities every year. It means that when working at Hempel, your hard work and dedication contributes to a greater cause, making your career matter twice. Learn more about Hempel and our commitments on hempel.com/career.

Application due 2026-09-25 Seniority Level Associate Job Functions Manufacturing, Production Industry Chemicals

Join Hempel At Hempel, you’re welcomed into a global community of +7000 colleagues around the world. A workplace built on shared trust, mutual respect and support for each other. We’re 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 expected. In return, we will enjoy great opportunities for development in a growing global company – and be part of the solution by contributing to our global impact. At Hempel, we are committed to ensuring everyone feels 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, a commercial foundation dedicated to making a difference, with our earnings contributing to a multitude of philanthropic activities every year. It means that when working at Hempel, your hard work and dedication contributes to a greater cause, making your career matter twice. Learn more about Hempel and our commitments on hempel.com/career.