Production Supervisor - Rubber

Confidential Company; Ras Al Khaimah; On-site; AED 260,000 - 420,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Company in Ras Al Khaimah is seeking a seasoned rubber manufacturing supervisor to oversee daily operations, ensure schedules, quality and safety compliance, and lead a team of production operators.

You will drive process improvements, manage maintenance checks, monitor MES/ERP systems, and collaborate with engineering for new product introductions, aiming to boost efficiency and reduce downtime.

Qualifications

• 5+ years of progressive experience in rubber manufacturing or related polymer processing industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Manufacturing Technology or related field.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a production environment.
• Strong understanding of rubber compounding, molding techniques (injection, compression, transfer), extrusion and curing processes.
• Certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma or relevant quality management systems is advantageous.
• Excellent knowledge of Health, Safety and Environmental regulations for chemical/manufacturing industries.
• Proficiency in MES and ERP software.
• Data-driven decision-making and strong analytical skills.

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily rubber production operations ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards and safety protocols.
• Manage and motivate a team of production operators providing clear direction, training and performance feedback.
• Implement and enforce quality control from raw material inspection to finished product testing.
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues identifying root causes and implementing corrective actions to minimize downtime.
• Optimize production workflows and resource allocation to enhance efficiency and meet output targets.
• Monitor machine performance and conduct preventative maintenance checks to ensure operational longevity.
• Analyze production data and generate reports on KPIs to drive continuous improvement.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods ensuring adequate stock levels and accurate record-keeping.
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to implement process improvements and new product introductions.

Skills

Leadership

Data-driven decision making

Problem-solving

HSE knowledge

Lean Six Sigma

Education

Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Manufacturing Technology

Tools

MES

ERP software

Job description

Responsibilities

• Oversee daily rubber production operations ensuring adherence to schedules, quality standards and safety protocols
• Manage and motivate a team of production operators providing clear direction, training and performance feedback
• Implement and enforce strict quality control measures throughout the rubber manufacturing process from raw material inspection to finished product testing
• Troubleshoot and resolve production issues identifying root causes and implementing effective corrective actions to minimize downtime
• Optimize production workflows and resource allocation to enhance efficiency, reduce waste and meet output targets
• Monitor machine performance and conduct regular preventative maintenance checks to ensure operational integrity and longevity
• Analyze production data and generate reports on key performance indicators to drive continuous improvement initiatives
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished goods ensuring adequate stock levels and accurate record-keeping
• Collaborate with engineering and maintenance teams to implement process improvements and new product introductions

Requirements

• Minimum of 5 years of progressive experience in rubber manufacturing or a related polymer processing industry.
• Bachelor's degree in Chemical Engineering, Polymer Science, Manufacturing Technology, or a related field.
• Proven experience in a supervisory or leadership role within a production environment.
• Strong understanding of rubber compounding, molding techniques (injection, compression, transfer), extrusion, and curing processes.
• Certification in Lean Manufacturing, Six Sigma, or relevant quality management systems is highly advantageous.
• Excellent knowledge of Health, Safety, and Environmental (HSE) regulations specific to chemical and manufacturing industries.
• Proficiency in using manufacturing execution systems (MES) and enterprise resource planning (ERP) software.
• Exceptional problem-solving and analytical skills with a data-driven approach to decision-making.