Production Engineer - Natural Wool Manufacturing | Saudi Arabia

Rawaj-HCM; Eastern Province; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 250,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading company in the textile industry is looking for an experienced professional to join their team in natural wool production. The role emphasizes optimizing production processes, ensuring quality control, and collaborating effectively with various teams. Ideal candidates will possess a Bachelor's degree in Textile or Industrial Engineering and have substantial experience in wool production environments, demonstrating strong technical knowledge and problem-solving skills.

Qualifications

• 6-8 years of experience in textile or wool production.
• Solid knowledge of wool processing methods.
• Familiarity with lean principles and production systems.

Responsibilities

• Support and optimize the natural wool production cycle.
• Monitor machinery performance and recommend improvements.
• Contribute to quality control procedures at various production stages.

Skills

Problem-solving

Communication

Collaboration

Education

Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering

Bachelor’s degree in Industrial Engineering

Tools

ERP systems

Production monitoring software

Job description

Key Accountabilities

• Support and optimize the natural wool production cycle, from raw wool sorting and scouring (washing) to yarn spinning and fabric weaving/knitting.
• Assist in the implementation and monitoring of wool washing, drying, spinning, and weaving processes to ensure quality and consistency.
• Work closely with production managers and supervisors to ensure smooth daily operations and timely output.
• Monitor machinery performance and recommend technical improvements to increase efficiency and reduce downtime.
• Contribute to quality control procedures at various production stages to meet company and industry standards.
• Assist in planning and coordinating the use of raw wool, dyes (if applicable), labor, and equipment to maximize resource utilization.
• Ensure adherence to health, safety, and environmental regulations across the production floor.
• Collaborate with the maintenance and procurement teams for timely resolution of equipment or material-related issues.
• Participate in continuous improvement projects and lean manufacturing initiatives.
• Analyze production data and prepare technical reports to support decision-making.
• Provide technical support and guidance to operators and junior staff on process optimization.

Knowledge, Skills, Experience

• Bachelor’s degree in Textile Engineering, Industrial Engineering, or a related field.
• 6-8 years of experience in textile or wool production, preferably in natural wool/cotton processing environments.
• Solid knowledge of wool processing methods, including: Wool sorting and grading, Scouring (washing and cleaning), Yarn spinning (manual or automated) and Weaving or knitting techniques/
• Familiarity with production systems, lean principles, and process efficiency tools.
• Proficient in using ERP systems and production monitoring software.
• Strong problem-solving skills with a hands-on, detail-oriented approach.
• Good communication and collaboration abilities in a factory environment.