Production Engineer Supervisor – Thermoforming

Confidential Careers; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 180,000 - 240,000; Full time

Job summary

Confidential Careers in Jeddah is seeking a Thermoforming Production Supervisor to oversee daily operations, coordinate with planning, QA, maintenance, and ensure adherence to the production schedule. You will supervise thermoforming machines, monitor key process parameters, manage mould changes, and lead a production team to meet targets while upholding safety and quality standards.

The ideal candidate has a mechanical/industrial engineering background, 5+ years in plastic manufacturing and

Qualifications

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, or Production Engineering.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in plastic manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years direct experience in Thermoforming.
• Experience supervising thermoforming machines, mould changes, machine setup, and production teams.
• Experience with PVC/PP/PET/ABS or similar materials.
• Strong knowledge of production planning, quality control, troubleshooting, OEE, and HSE.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.

Responsibilities

• Supervise and coordinate daily thermoforming production activities according to the production schedule.
• Ensure availability of machines, manpower, raw materials, moulds, and tooling.
• Monitor production output against targets and take corrective action when required.
• Coordinate with Planning, Warehouse, Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to ensure smooth production.
• Ensure proper shift handover and follow-up of pending production issues.
• Supervise thermoforming machine operations and ensure approved operating parameters are maintained.
• Monitor key parameters such as heating temperature, forming pressure/vacuum, cooling, cycle time, and trimming conditions.
• Ensure the correct mould, sheet material, and tooling are used according to product specifications.
• Supervise machine changeovers, mould changes, trial runs, and start-up activities.
• Troubleshoot production and process-related problems and coordinate corrective actions.

Skills

Leadership

Team management

Quality control

OEE

Troubleshooting

Production planning

Safety compliance

Industrial engineering

Education

Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Production Engineering

Tools

Thermoforming machines

Mould changes

Job description

• Supervise and coordinate daily thermoforming production activities according to the production schedule.
• Ensure the availability of machines, manpower, raw materials, moulds, and tooling.
• Monitor production output against planned targets and take corrective action when required.
• Coordinate with Planning, Warehouse, Quality, Maintenance, and other departments to ensure smooth production.
• Ensure proper shift handover and follow-up of pending production issues.

2. Thermoforming Process Supervision

• Supervise thermoforming machine operations and ensure approved operating parameters are maintained.
• Monitor key parameters such as heating temperature, forming pressure/vacuum, cooling, cycle time, and trimming conditions.
• Ensure the correct mould, sheet material, and tooling are used according to product specifications.
• Supervise machine changeovers, mould changes, trial runs, and start-up activities.
• Troubleshoot production and process-related problems and coordinate corrective actions.

3. Quality Control

• Ensure products meet approved specifications, drawings, samples, and quality standards.
• Monitor product dimensions, weight, thickness, appearance, forming quality, and trimming accuracy.
• Coordinate with QA/QC to identify and resolve quality issues.
• Take corrective action to minimize rejection, rework, and process-related defects.

4. Productivity & Efficiency

• Monitor production efficiency, machine utilization, cycle time, OEE, and downtime.
• Identify production bottlenecks and take appropriate actions to improve productivity.
• Monitor machine performance and ensure production targets are achieved.
• Follow up on scrap and material consumption and support waste-reduction initiatives.

5. Machine & Tooling Coordination

• Coordinate with Maintenance regarding machine breakdowns, preventive maintenance, and recurring technical problems.
• Monitor machine and tooling conditions and report abnormalities promptly.
• Coordinate mould/tooling maintenance, modification, and replacement requirements.
• Ensure machines are properly prepared and ready for production.

6. Team Supervision & Training

• Supervise and guide Production Supervisors, Team Leaders, Machine Operators, and other production personnel.
• Assign tasks and monitor employee performance during shifts.
• Provide technical guidance to operators regarding machine operation and process parameters.
• Identify training needs and support the training of production employees.
• Promote discipline, teamwork, productivity, and compliance with company procedures.

7. Safety & Compliance

• Ensure safe operation of thermoforming machines and related equipment.
• Ensure compliance with PPE, machine guarding, LOTO, housekeeping, and HSE requirements.
• Identify unsafe conditions and ensure corrective actions are implemented.
• Ensure operators follow approved safety and operating procedures.

8. Reporting & Follow-up

• Prepare and review daily production reports.
• Monitor production output, downtime, rejection, scrap, and efficiency.
• Report production problems and technical issues to management.
• Follow up on corrective actions and provide regular updates to the Production Manager.
• Support continuous improvement activities within the Thermoforming Department.

Qualifications & Experience :

• Bachelor's Degree in Mechanical, Industrial, Production Engineering, or a related field.
• Minimum 5 years of experience in plastic manufacturing.
• Minimum 3 years of direct experience in Thermoforming.
• Proven experience supervising thermoforming machines, mould changes, machine setup, and production teams.
• Experience in PVC/PP/PET/ABS or other relevant thermoforming materials is preferred.
• Good knowledge of production planning, quality control, troubleshooting, OEE, and HSE.
• Strong leadership and team-management skills.