Sr. Plant Operators-for Well Known Grease Mfg. Co. in UAE

Sperton Global AS; Dubai; On-site; AED 120,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

A prominent manufacturing company in Dubai is seeking a Shift Incharge for overseeing grease production operations. The ideal candidate will manage all production activities, ensure product quality, enforce safety protocols, and maintain documentation. A diploma or bachelor's degree in engineering is required with 3-7 years of relevant experience. Strong leadership and decision-making skills are essential. This role involves 12-hour shifts, both day and night.

Qualifications

• 3-7 years of experience in grease manufacturing, preferably in a supervisory role.
• Knowledge of grease production processes, blending, heating systems, and filling operations.
• Familiar with plant safety standards, equipment handling, and troubleshooting.

Responsibilities

• Monitor and control all production activities during the shift.
• Supervise machine operators and allocate manpower efficiently.
• Ensure product quality and coordinate with the QA/QC team.
• Enforce safety protocols and maintain safe operations.
• Prepare shift handover reports and maintain accurate production logs.

Skills

Leadership

Problem-solving

Communication

Decision-making

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical/Chemical/Industrial Engineering

Job description

Job Purpose:

The Shift In charge will be responsible for overseeing and managing the grease production operations during the assigned shift. This includes supervising plant personnel ensuring safe and efficient operations maintaining product quality monitoring equipment and coordinating with other departments to meet production targets.

Key Responsibilities:

1. Shift Operations Supervision

Monitor and control all production activities of grease manufacturing during the shift.

Ensure smooth functioning of mixers heating systems filling lines and other equipment.

Start-up and shut-down procedures as per SOPs.

2. Team Supervision & Coordination

Supervise machine operators helpers and technicians.

Allocate manpower efficiently and ensure adherence to duties.

Provide on-the-spot training to workers as needed.

3. Quality Control

Ensure product quality as per batch specifications and report any deviations immediately.

Coordinate with the QA/QC team for sample collection and feedback.

Implement corrective actions if product quality is out of specification.

4. Safety Health & Environment

Enforce safety protocols and use of PPE during operations.

Report any incidents unsafe conditions or near-misses immediately.

Ensure safe handling and storage of raw materials and finished products.

5. Documentation & Reporting

Maintain accurate shift-wise production logs downtime reports and maintenance records.

Prepare shift handover reports and communicate with the incoming Shift Incharge.

Record raw material consumption and report any shortages to the Production Manager.

6. Equipment Monitoring

Regularly inspect machines and coordinate with the maintenance team in case of breakdowns or preventive maintenance.

Ensure proper cleaning and housekeeping of equipment and surrounding areas.

7. Coordination with Other Departments

Coordinate with logistics for dispatch of finished goods.

Work with the maintenance quality and warehouse teams for seamless operations.

Required Candidate Profile:

Diploma or Bachelors Degree in Mechanical/Chemical/Industrial Engineering or equivalent.

37 years of experience in grease manufacturing (preferably in a supervisory role).

Knowledge of grease production processes blending heating systems and filling operations.

Familiar with plant safety standards equipment handling and troubleshooting.

Ability to handle shift responsibilities independently and make quick decisions under pressure.

Good communication leadership and problem-solving skills.

12 hours shift a day (Day / Night).