About the job
The Production Engineer will play a vital role in supporting the daily operations of the Rabigh manufacturing facility, focusing on the safe, efficient, and high-quality production of chemical products. This position entails engaging in process optimization, troubleshooting, production planning support, and collaboration with maintenance, quality, and supply chain teams.
Primary Responsibilities
1. Production Oversight
- Supervise daily production operations to achieve output, quality, and safety objectives.
- Monitor key process parameters to ensure alignment with standard operating procedures (SOPs).
- Collaborate with supervisors and shift operators to facilitate seamless production workflows and ensure resource availability.
- Uphold Sika’s manufacturing standards and safety protocols.
2. Process Enhancement & Optimization
- Evaluate production processes to pinpoint opportunities for efficiency enhancements.
- Execute Lean and continuous improvement initiatives aimed at reducing waste, downtime, and process variability.
- Engage in root-cause analysis for process deviations and equipment malfunctions.
- Assist in the scale-up of new formulations in partnership with R&D and quality assurance teams.
3. Quality Assurance & Compliance
- Ensure that all products adhere to Sika’s quality specifications and compliance standards.
- Collaborate with quality assurance teams to investigate non-conformities and implement corrective measures.
- Maintain precise production records, batch files, and documentation necessary for audits.
4. Maintenance Coordination
- Help identify equipment-related issues and liaise with the maintenance team for corrective and preventive actions.
- Support maintenance planning to reduce unplanned downtime.
5. Production Planning & Reporting
- Track raw material consumption and coordinate with the supply chain for timely replenishment.
- Contribute to production scheduling to optimize equipment utilization and meet customer demands.
- Generate daily and monthly production reports, detailing outputs, variances, and KPIs.
Essential Competencies
- Exceptional analytical and troubleshooting skills.
- Strong commitment to safety, quality, and compliance.
- Ability to thrive under pressure in a dynamic manufacturing environment.
- Proactive continuous improvement mindset.
