Team Leader Quickship Operations

Emerson; Dubai; On-site; AED 335,000 - 502,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Dubai, UAE, is seeking a Team Leader for Quick Ship Operations to plan, coordinate and execute manufacturing activities across assembly, machining, welding and heat treatment while upholding safety, quality and customer satisfaction. The role leads day-to-day shop floor activities and drives operational excellence, with travel up to 25% to support business needs.

Based in UAE, you will mentor the workforce, provide technical guidance, ensure tooling and resources are available,

Qualifications

• Strong knowledge of Assembly, Machining and Welding processes.
• Product knowledge and experience with Fisher Control Valve products.
• Experience driving manufacturing automation and operational improvement initiatives.
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies.

Responsibilities

• Lead and coordinate Quick Ship manufacturing operations under the guidance of the Quick Ship Operations Manager
• Act as the safety focal point for Quick Ship Operations and promote a strong safety culture across the team
• Conduct safety toolbox talks and drive employee safety awareness initiatives
• Plan, coordinate and execute manufacturing activities including Assembly, Machining, Welding and Heat Treatment operations
• Support item activation activities for in-house manufacturing requirements
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to the operations team
• Ensure availability of tooling, materials, equipment and resources required to meet production commitments
• Collaborate with Planning and Stores teams to ensure smooth workflow and timely order execution
• Coordinate with Quality teams for internal quality programs, customer inspections, surveillance visits and regulatory audits
• Drive workforce development through coaching, engagement, training and talent development initiatives
• Support factory automation and intelligent manufacturing initiatives to improve operational efficiency
• Prepare and present operational performance reports and conduct regular review meetings
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety, quality, delivery and productivity performance

Skills

Assembly knowledge

Welding processes

Fisher valve knowledge

Lean & CI

Education

Technical Diploma (Mechanical / Production)

Job description

Job Summary

The Team Leader Quick Ship Operations is responsible for planning, coordinating and executing Quick Ship manufacturing operations while ensuring the highest standards of safety, quality, productivity and customer satisfaction. This role leads day-to-day shop floor activities, supports workforce development and drives operational excellence across assembly, machining, welding and related manufacturing processes. Based in the UAE the position may require up to 25 travel to support business needs.

In This Role

Your Responsibilities Will Be

• Lead and coordinate Quick Ship manufacturing operations under the guidance of the Quick Ship Operations Manager
• Act as the safety focal point for Quick Ship Operations and promote a strong safety culture across the team
• Conduct safety toolbox talks and drive employee safety awareness initiatives
• Plan coordinate and execute manufacturing activities including Assembly Machining Welding and Heat Treatment operations
• Support item activation activities for in-house manufacturing requirements
• Provide technical guidance and troubleshooting support to the operations team
• Ensure availability of tooling materials equipment and resources required to meet production commitments
• Collaborate with Planning and Stores teams to ensure smooth workflow and timely order execution
• Coordinate with Quality teams for internal quality programs customer inspections surveillance visits and regulatory audits
• Drive workforce development through coaching engagement training and talent development initiatives
• Support factory automation and intelligent manufacturing initiatives to improve operational efficiency
• Prepare and present operational performance reports and conduct regular review meetings
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives to enhance safety quality delivery and productivity performance

Preferred Qualifications That Set You Apart

• Strong knowledge of Assembly Machining and Welding processes
• Product knowledge and experience with Fisher Control Valve products
• Experience driving manufacturing automation and operational improvement initiatives
• Familiarity with Lean Manufacturing and Continuous Improvement methodologies

Our Culture

Our Culture & Commitment to You At Emerson we prioritize a workplace where every employee is valued, respected and empowered to grow. We foster an environment that encourages innovation, collaboration and diverse perspectives because we know that great ideas come from great teams. Our dedication to ongoing career development and growing an inclusive culture ensures you have the support to thrive. Whether through mentorship, training or leadership opportunities we invest in your success so you can make a lasting impact. We believe diverse teams working together are key to driving growth and delivering business results. We recognize the importance of employee wellbeing. We prioritize providing flexible competitive benefits plans to meet you and your family s physical, mental, financial and social needs. We provide medical insurance plans, an Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition and much more. Our culture prioritizes work-life balance and offers flexible time-off plans including paid parental leave maternal and paternal vacation and holiday leave. Our training programs and initiatives focus on end-to-end development from onboarding through senior leadership. We provide a wide range of development opportunities including face-to-face and virtual training, mentorship, coaching, project management and on-the-job training.

Who You Are

You lead by example and promote a strong culture of safety and accountability. You effectively develop and engage team members to achieve operational excellence. You are action-oriented and make sound decisions in a fast-paced manufacturing environment. You collaborate effectively across multiple functions to achieve business objectives. You focus on customer satisfaction while balancing quality, delivery, and efficiency goals. You demonstrate resilience, resourcefulness, and a commitment to continuous improvement.

For This Role, You Will Need

• Technical Diploma, preferably in Mechanical Engineering, Production Engineering, or a related discipline.
• 8-10 years of manufacturing experience with at least 5 years in a Supervisor or Team Leader role.
• Experience in manufacturing operations within a valve, mechanical, or process industry environment.
• Strong leadership, planning, coordination, and people management skills.
• Knowledge of manufacturing safety, quality systems, and operational best practices.
• Ability to effectively manage shop floor priorities and operational challenges.