Production Supervisor

Steel Man Machining and Forming of Metals LLC; Abu Dhabi; On-site; AED 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Steel Man Machining and Forming of Metals LLC is seeking a Production Supervisor to establish and manage an efficient shop-floor operation from the initial stage, organizing layouts, workflows and SOPs to ensure safe, productive manufacturing.

You will oversee fabrication welding metal forming and machining activities, ensure drawings are followed, maintain quality records, and develop manpower for future growth.

Qualifications

• Diploma/ITI in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.
• 8+ years of experience in engineering/manufacturing.
• Experience setting up or managing shop-floor operations.
• Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings.
• Knowledge of measuring instruments and manufacturing processes.

Responsibilities

• Establish shop-floor layout and workflow with SOPs.
• Plan daily/weekly production and allocate manpower.
• Supervise fabrication, welding, metal forming, and machining.
• Ensure drawings are followed and quality records kept.
• Develop and guide operators for future growth.

Skills

Shop-floor leadership

Manufacturing processes

Reading drawings

Problem solving

Education

Diploma/ITI in Mechanical Engineering

Tools

Measuring instruments

MS Excel

Job description

A Plant Shop-Floor Setup

Assist in setting up the production shop floor and organizing workstations Identify and arrange machines tools fixtures equipment and material storage locations Establish proper workflow for fabrication forming and machining activities Develop basic production procedures and work instructions Implement 5S and housekeeping practices from the initial stage Ensure machines tools and equipment are ready for production

B Production Planning Execution

Prepare daily and weekly production plans based on customer orders Allocate jobs and manpower according to production priorities Monitor production activities and ensure timely completion of jobs Coordinate raw material tooling consumables and fixture requirements Track job-wise production progress and report delays Ensure optimum utilization of available manpower and machinery

C Fabrication Welding

Supervise cutting bending fit-up welding grinding and assembly operations Ensure fabrication activities follow approved drawings and specifications Monitor welding quality and workmanship Ensure proper use and maintenance of fabrication equipment Coordinate inspection and rectify fabrication-related defects

D Metal Forming

Supervise press operations punching bending and other metal forming activities Ensure proper die and tooling setup Monitor dimensional accuracy and forming quality Ensure safe handling and operation of hydraulic and mechanical presses Identify tooling-related issues and coordinate corrective actions

E Machining

Supervise CNC VMC turning drilling boring and milling operations as applicable Ensure machining operations follow approved drawings and process requirements Monitor machine settings tooling cycle time and productivity Ensure proper utilization of fixtures and measuring instruments Coordinate preventive maintenance and breakdown support

F Manpower Development

Identify manpower requirements for different production activities Allocate and monitor operators welders fitters and machine operators Train and guide employees on production processes and safety Establish shop-floor discipline and accountability Build a productive team suitable for the company s future growth

G Quality Safety

Ensure products meet customer drawings and quality requirements Implement in-process quality checks Minimize rejection rework and material wastage Ensure PPE usage and safe working practices Implement basic quality documentation and inspection records

H Documentation Reporting

Maintain daily production reports Record machine utilization and downtime Maintain job-wise production and rejection records Monitor raw material and consumable requirements Report production status challenges and resource requirements to management Develop basic production tracking systems

Initial Establishment Responsibilities

During the initial phase of the company the supervisor will also be responsible for Establishing a systematic shop-floor layout and workflow Preparing machine-wise and process-wise production arrangements Developing standard operating procedures SOPs Establishing daily production reporting systems Creating manpower allocation and attendance monitoring systems Identifying required tools fixtures gauges and consumables Establishing preventive maintenance schedules Implementing 5S and safety practices Supporting trial production and sample development Continuously identifying opportunities to improve productivity and reduce manufacturing costs

Key Performance Indicators

Successful establishment of shop-floor operations Achievement of production targets Timely completion of customer orders Machine and manpower utilization Reduction in rejection and rework Control of material wastage Proper maintenance of production records Implementation of 5S and safety practices Development of a skilled and disciplined workforce

Qualification

ExperienceDiploma ITI in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent qualification 8 years of experience in engineering manufacturing Practical experience in fabrication welding metal forming and machining Experience in setting up or managing manufacturing shop-floor operations is preferred Ability to read and understand engineering drawings Knowledge of measuring instruments and manufacturing processes

Required Competencies

Strong practical knowledge of manufacturing processes Ability to independently manage shop-floor activities Good manpower handling and leadership skills Problem-solving and decision-making abilities Basic computer knowledge for production reporting Ability to establish systems and procedures from scratch Willingness to take ownership and work in a developing manufacturing environment

Overall Responsibility

The Production Supervisor will be responsible for establishing and managing an efficient manufacturing operation from the initial stage ensuring proper utilization of resources developing manpower maintaining quality and safety and supporting the company s growth through systematic production management Experience: 1-3 years of experience in engineering manufacturing, preferably in fabrication, metal forming, welding, and machining.Educational Qualification: Diploma / ITI in Mechanical Engineering or equivalent.Technical Knowledge: Strong practical knowledge of fabrication, welding, press operations, metal forming, CNC/VMC machining, turning, drilling, and other manufacturing processes.Drawing Knowledge: Ability to read and interpret engineering drawings, understand tolerances, and use measuring instruments.Shop-Floor Management: Experience in handling operators, welders, fitters, and machine operators.Production Management: Ability to plan daily production, allocate manpower, monitor output, and achieve delivery schedules.Plant Establishment: Experience in setting up shop-floor operations, organizing machines, tools, fixtures, and production workflows will be preferred.Quality & Safety: Knowledge of quality inspection, rejection control, 5S, housekeeping, and industrial safety.Documentation: Basic knowledge of MS Excel, production reports, material tracking, and machine utilization.Leadership: Should be capable of independently managing shop-floor activities and building a disciplined production team.