Manufacturing Supervisor: Dammam 2nd Industrial city

National Oilwell Varco, Inc.; Saudi Arabia; On-site; SAR 50,000 - 90,000; Full time

Job summary

An established industry player is seeking a Manufacturing Supervisor to enhance operational efficiency and drive continuous improvement in manufacturing processes. This role involves leading initiatives to meet quality standards and delivery deadlines while managing production schedules and resources effectively. The ideal candidate will possess strong communication skills and a background in oil and gas manufacturing, with a focus on CNC machining and welding. Join a dynamic team dedicated to powering the industry and making a significant impact in a global environment.

Qualifications

• 3-5 years’ experience in oil and gas manufacturing.
• Proven experience supervising CNC machining and welding.

Responsibilities

• Lead continuous improvement initiatives and develop operational excellence.
• Manage employee workload and optimize production output.
• Ensure compliance with HSE and quality standards.

Skills

CNC Machining

Welding

Assembly

Testing of API6A products

Time Management

Microsoft Office

Problem-solving

Interpersonal Skills

Education

Diploma or Bachelor's Degree in a related field

Tools

MS Word

MS Excel

Job description

Job Description

NOTE: Please ONLY apply if you have sufficient experience and skills required as per the job description below.

Job Summary:

Reporting to the Manufacturing Manager, you will support manufacturing operations to meet business performance targets. As a Manufacturing Supervisor, you will lead continuous improvement initiatives and develop a culture of operational excellence. You will ensure manufacturing products meet quality standards and delivery deadlines, focusing on capacity, efficiency, cycle time reduction, and safety and quality standards adherence. Your role will involve driving continuous improvement processes, achieving KPIs, and providing accurate reports to stakeholders.

Responsibilities/Accountability & Authority:

• Adhere to and exemplify safety and quality regulations.
• Achieve production plans by scheduling personnel, assigning tasks, establishing priorities, monitoring progress, and resolving issues.
• Manage employee workload and breaks to optimize output and reduce idle time.
• Design and implement production schedules, monitor load versus capacity, and understand resource planning.
• Conduct root cause analyses, implement corrective and preventive actions for reworks and scraps.
• Coordinate machine maintenance to minimize disruptions.
• Plan manpower and resources based on production needs.
• Manage day and night shift outputs, enforce performance expectations, and ensure compliance with HSE and quality standards.
• Collaborate with management and team leaders to improve safety, reduce defects, and increase efficiency.
• Report deviations, machine breakdowns, and quality issues to the Manufacturing Manager.
• Monitor consumables usage and lead incident investigations.
• Identify training needs and manage timecards for direct reports.
• Monitor job order variances and ensure customer delivery and revenue targets are met.

Behavioral Skills/Competencies & Requirements:

• Strong communication and interpersonal skills.
• Proficiency in MS Word and Excel.
• Ability to multi-task and meet deadlines.
• Excellent problem-solving skills.

Experience/Education/Skills:

• Diploma or bachelor's degree in a related field.
• Proven experience supervising CNC machining, welding, assembly, and testing of API6A products.
• 3-5 years’ experience in oil and gas manufacturing.
• Skills in time management, Microsoft Office, and manpower capacity planning.

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