Machine Captain

Future Pipe Industries; Dammam; On-site; SAR 36,000 - 48,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the industry seeks a machine operator responsible for ensuring efficient production workflows and maintaining quality standards. This role includes supervising operators, training staff, and adhering to health, safety, and environmental guidelines. Candidates should have 2-3 years of experience with pipe extrusion and wrapping machines, demonstrating proficiency in technical skills and leadership capabilities.

Qualifications

• 2-3 years as a machine operator or similar role required.
• Proficiency in English is essential.
• Ability to lead and motivate a team effectively.

Responsibilities

• Ensure the effective setup and operation of extrusion and wrapping machines.
• Supervise operators and promote safety and efficiency.
• Comply with safety and environmental procedures.

Skills

Knowledge of pipe extrusion and tape wrapping machines

Raw material identification

Safety data

Resin mixing

Product specs

Measuring tools

Quality standards

Leadership

Motivation

Basic quality assessment

Education

Technical, High School, or on-the-job training

Job description

Responsibilities / Performance Measures

1. Production workflow: Ensure setup according to the required size, including die cleaning and changeover. Ensure that the extrusion & wrapping machines operate efficiently to maximize output with minimal wastage. Conduct self QC and coordinate with Quality Control to ensure the pipe OD, ID, thickness, ovality, and printing meet design requirements. Oversee machine setup and ensure correct alignment during production. Offer pipe samples for inspection. Ensure raw materials are available before starting production. Understand process descriptions and work instructions. Monitor raw material and consumable usage to minimize waste. Report production outputs such as time management, production reports, RM reports, and checklists. Coordinate with maintenance for equipment breakdowns. Measure dimensions of steel fittings and pipe samples, and operate fitting installation machines accurately. Report daily output status to superiors to meet schedules. Report accidents, problems, or non-conformities during production for prompt action.
2. Employee Effectiveness: Supervise operators to ensure safe and efficient production. Promote employee engagement and team effectiveness. Train employees on processes, procedures, and HSE. Contribute to performance appraisals and staff feedback.
3. HSE: Comply with safety, quality, and environmental procedures. Use PPE and safety gear. Keep operational areas clean and organized. Maintain tools and machinery. Report unsafe acts or incidents immediately.
4. Job Relevant Information (Boundaries & Decision-Making Authority): Responsible for achieving production schedules with quality outputs and minimal wastage.
5. Qualifications, Experience, & Skills

• Qualifications: Technical, High School, or on-the-job training.
• Experience: 2-3 years as a machine operator or similar role.
• Skills: Knowledge of pipe extrusion and tape wrapping machines, raw material identification, safety data, resin mixing, product specs, measuring tools, and quality standards.

Competencies: Leadership, motivation, ability to operate pipe extrusion and tape wrapping lines, understanding of raw material recipes.

Skills: Proficiency in English, knowledge of pipe & tape wrapping machines, raw material safety, measurement tools, and basic quality assessment.