Senior Making & Packing Line Lead

Expensia International; Dubai; On-site; AED 350,000 - 520,000; Full time

Job summary

Expensia International in Dubai seeks a seasoned Mechanical Commissioning Lead to oversee installation, alignment, and startup of Molins MK8/MAX lines and SASIB 3000 packaging systems. You will drive preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and mentor local operators while ensuring safety and 5S standards on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate has 8–12 years in cigarette manufacturing, international project experience, and strong English (French a plus).

Qualifications

• Minimum 8 to 12 years hands-on mechanical experience in cigarette manufacturing.
• Mastery of Molins MK8/MAX making lines and SASIB 3000/CP1 soft packing lines.
• Experience commissioning, overhauling, and running production lines in international or emerging-market environments.
• Working proficiency in English (French is an asset).

Responsibilities

• Lead mechanical installation, alignment, synchronization, and startup of lines.
• Plan and execute preventive maintenance and rapid troubleshooting during shifts.
• Collaborate with Quality Control to ensure product standards and minimize scrap.
• Train and mentor local operators and junior mechanics; enforce HSE and 5S.

Skills

Mechanical installation

Machine alignment

Troubleshooting

Team leadership

Preventive maintenance

Quality assurance

Tools

Molins MK8/MAX lines

SASIB 3000

CP1 wrapper

Electrical/PLC troubleshooting

Job description

Expensia International in Dubai seeks a seasoned Mechanical Commissioning Lead to oversee installation, alignment, and startup of Molins MK8/MAX lines and SASIB 3000 packaging systems. You will drive preventive maintenance, troubleshoot complex issues, and mentor local operators while ensuring safety and 5S standards on the shop floor.

The ideal candidate has 8–12 years in cigarette manufacturing, international project experience, and strong English (French a plus).