Production Team Leader

Emerson; معهد تدريب المديرية العامة للسجون بالمنطقة الشرقية; On-site; SAR 150,000 - 200,000; Full time

Job summary

Emerson in Eastern Province, Saudi Arabia is seeking a Production Lead to oversee operations in the manufacturing hub. The role includes ensuring safety compliance, driving operational excellence, and mentoring teams. Ideal candidates should have leadership experience in manufacturing and a diploma in a relevant engineering field. The company promotes a culture of innovation and offers competitive benefits, supporting work-life balance and employee wellbeing.

Benefits

Medical insurance

Tuition reimbursement

Flexible time off

Employee Assistance Program

Qualifications

• Experience in supervisory or leadership roles within manufacturing or assembly environments.
• Proficiency with lean tools and quality management systems.
• Practical problem-solving skills and analytical thinking.

Responsibilities

• Lead and oversee production operations for all transmitters’ production lines.
• Ensure compliance with HSE policies and maintain a safe working environment.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies.

Skills

Lean tools

Continuous improvement methodologies

Leadership

Analytical thinking

Communication skills

Problem-solving

Education

Associated (Diploma) degree in Mechanical, Instrumentation, Industrial, or related engineering fields

Job description

Job Description

Job Summary:

Lead and oversee the production operations for all transmitters’ production lines in Emerson SPARK manufacturing Hub. You will drive operational excellence, ensure on-time delivery of high-quality products, and mentor the instrument building team to uphold safety, quality, and productivity standards.

In this Role, Your Responsibilities Will Be:

• Ensure compliance with all Emerson HSE policies and maintain a safe working environment.
• Supervise and report safety issues, lead by example in safe work practices, and participate in resolving hazards or incidents through corrective action.
• Lead, coach, and develop instrument builders.
• Conduct Daily Toolbox Talks with the production team to ensure HSE compliance and efficient production.
• Collaborate closely with the planning team to meet build plans and capacity goals.
• Drive continuous improvement initiatives by identifying inefficiencies, implementing process enhancements, and promoting a culture of operational excellence.
• Promote training in manufacturing procedures, safety procedures, and lean practices, and ensure training records are maintained.
• Maintain daily 5S+1 housekeeping standards by ensuring workstations are organized, clean, and optimized for safety and efficiency.
• Analyze root causes of defects and drive continuous improvements.
• Ensure weekly preventive maintenance on production line equipment.
• Ensure continuous operation of production lines by troubleshooting issues promptly and reporting equipment failures to minimize downtime.
• Manage control to meet production schedules and ensure level loading for all lines to achieve timely completion.
• Ensure all equipment is properly adjusted and aligned to meet specifications.
• Enforce quality standards and key metrics such as cycle time, scraps, and defect rate.
• Participate in review meetings by sharing metrics and collaborating on corrective actions.
• Perform any other duties deemed appropriate by your line manager.

Who You Are?

• Committed to implementing solutions and adjusting along the way.
• Decisive—able to evaluate options, assess risks and benefits, and choose effective solutions.

For This Role, You Will Need:

• Associated (Diploma) degree or equivalent experience in Mechanical, Instrumentation, Industrial, or related engineering fields.
• Experience in supervisory or leadership roles within manufacturing or assembly environments.
• Proficiency with lean tools, continuous improvement methodologies, and quality management systems.
• Strong communication, leadership, and team-building skills.
• Practical problem-solving skills, analytical thinking, and attention to detail.
• A proactive, multitasking approach ensuring high productivity and smooth operations.

Preferred Qualifications that Set You Apart:

• Experience in instrument manufacturing, with knowledge of calibration processes, testing protocols, and instrumentation compliance, with a minimum of 2 years’ experience.

Our Culture & Commitment to You!

At Emerson, we value a workplace where every employee is respected, valued, and empowered to grow. We foster innovation, collaboration, and diversity—believing that great ideas come from diverse teams. We are committed to your career development and creating an inclusive culture through mentorship, training, and leadership opportunities. We support your success so you can make a lasting impact.

We prioritize employee wellbeing by offering flexible, competitive benefits, including medical insurance, Employee Assistance Program, tuition reimbursement, employee resource groups, recognition, and more. Our culture emphasizes work-life balance with flexible time off, paid parental leave, vacations, and holidays.

Our training programs focus on comprehensive development, including onboarding, leadership training, mentorship, project management, and on-the-job learning.

Adhere to Health, Safety & Environment policies as laid by the organization.