Production Supervisor

Hempel; Jeddah; On-site; SAR 60,000 - 80,000; Full time

Job summary

A global manufacturing company in Jeddah is seeking a proactive Production Supervisor to lead operations at their factory. The ideal candidate must possess hands-on experience in managing production teams and maintaining safety standards in a manufacturing environment. They will oversee production operations, ensure product quality, and drive efficiency while meeting targets. This role requires strong leadership and expertise in coatings, alongside a technical background in engineering disciplines.

Qualifications

• Experience in managing production teams and ensuring product quality.
• Ability to drive efficiency while meeting production targets.
• Knowledge of health, safety, and environmental (HSE) policies.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production operations including managing raw materials.
• Train workforce and direct tasks effectively.
• Ensure product manufacturing aligns with procedures and quality standards.
• Maintain compliance with company policies and procedures.

Skills

Manufacturing processes knowledge

Interpersonal skills

Analytical skills

Strong commercial focus

Stakeholder management

Education

Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in relevant fields

Tools

ERP systems (SAP, Oracle)

Quality Management Systems (QMS)

Job description

Overview

We are seeking a proactive and results‑oriented Production Supervisor to lead daily operations at our Jeddah factory. The ideal candidate will have hands‑on experience in managing production teams, ensuring product quality and maintaining safety standards in a manufacturing environment. This role requires strong leadership technical expertise in coatings and the ability to drive efficiency while meeting production targets.

Responsibilities

• Oversee all production operations including raw material (RM) store.
• Guide and direct workforce; assign tasks and provide instructions.
• Ensure product manufacturing aligns with batch cards and management systems.
• Train manpower and ensure proper job allocation.
• Supervise maintenance technicians and ensure equipment checks.
• Coordinate with Production Planner for timely batch planning and delivery.
• Manage ERP transactions for stock transfer/posting.
• Enforce fire and safety protocols; active member of the Fire Fighting Team.
• Control departmental costs including overtime (OT).
• Maintain production‑related documentation.
• Ensure adherence to company policies and procedures.
• Maintain a safe and healthy work environment in line with HSE policies.
• Follow SOPs QMS EMS and OHSAS systems.
• Oversee production line operations and cross‑functional coordination.
• Manage site maintenance and supervise preventive / breakdown maintenance.
• Ensure daily plans are followed and stock availability is maintained.

Qualifications

• Diploma or Bachelor’s Degree in Chemical Engineering, Industrial Engineering, Production / Manufacturing Engineering, Mechanical Engineering.
• Knowledge of manufacturing processes and equipment.
• Understanding of ERP systems (SAP, Oracle, etc.).
• Proficiency in Quality Management Systems (QMS), EMS, Health & Safety.
• Ability to read and interpret batch cards, SOPs and technical documents.
• Experience in preventive and breakdown maintenance coordination.
• Good interpersonal and presentation skills and strong analytical skills.
• Strong commercial focus and ability to define, develop and execute new business opportunities.
• Strong stakeholder management skills.

Application

You can apply for this position by clicking the “Apply for position” button in the top‑right corner and submitting an application letter with a CV in English via our recruitment system. Final deadline for applications is 15 June 2025.

About Hempel

At Hempel you’re welcomed to a global community of 7500 colleagues around the world. We are committed to everyone feeling safe, valued and treated equally in an environment where each employee can bring their authentic selves to work. We believe that inclusion is key to innovation and by bringing together the most diverse perspectives and talents we can achieve great things together.