Assembly superintendent - saudi arabia, ras al khair

Overview: as an assembly superintendent, you will be responsible for overseeing the assembly operations of a manufacturing facility. your role involves managing assembly teams, optimizing production processes, and ensuring the timely and efficient assembly of products while maintaining high quality standards. you will collaborate with cross-functional teams to achieve production targets, implement continuous improvement initiatives, and drive operational excellence in assembly operations.key responsibilities:production management:plan, organize, and coordinate assembly activities to meet production schedules, customer demands, and quality requirements.monitor assembly performance metrics, including throughput, cycle time, scrap rate, and first-pass yield, and implement measures to improve efficiency and productivity.collaborate with production planners, materials managers, and logistics teams to ensure the availability of components, materials, and resources for assembly.team leadership and supervision:lead and supervise assembly teams, including line operators, technicians, and support staff, to ensure adherence to standard operating procedures (sops), safety protocols, and quality standards.provide coaching, training, and performance feedback to assembly personnel to enhance skills, knowledge, and teamwork.foster a culture of accountability, engagement, and continuous improvement among assembly teams.process optimization and continuous improvement:identify opportunities for process optimization, workflow efficiency, and waste reduction in assembly operations.implement lean manufacturing principles, six sigma methodologies, and other continuous improvement tools to streamline assembly processes, minimize lead times, and maximize throughput.collaborate with engineering, maintenance, and quality assurance teams to address assembly challenges, implement root cause analysis, and drive corrective actions.quality assurance and compliance:ensure compliance with quality standards, regulatory requirements, and product specifications in assembly processes.conduct regular inspections, audits, and quality checks to monitor product quality, identify defects, and implement corrective and preventive actions.investigate and resolve quality issues, non-conformities, and customer complaints in a timely and effective manner.health and safety management:promote a safe working environment by enforcing safety policies, procedures, and practices in assembly operations.conduct safety training, risk assessments, and incident investigations to prevent workplace accidents, injuries, and hazards.implement safety improvements, ergonomic enhancements, and risk mitigation measures to ensure the well-being of assembly personnel.inventory and cost control:manage inventory levels, material consumption, and assembly costs to optimize inventory turnover and minimize manufacturing expenses.collaborate with procurement and supply chain teams to optimize supplier relationships, negotiate favorable terms, and minimize material lead times and costs.monitor assembly budgets, expenses, and variances, and implement cost-saving initiatives to improve profitability and operational efficiency.skillsbachelor's degree in engineering, manufacturing, operations management, or related field; master's degree is a plus.previous experience in assembly management or supervisory roles, preferably in a high-volume manufacturing environment.strong leadership, communication, and interpersonal skills, with the ability to motivate and inspire teams to achieve production goals.thorough understanding of assembly processes, production planning principles, and quality management systems.proficiency in lean manufacturing, six sigma, and continuous improvement methodologies.knowledge of health and safety regulations, environmental compliance, and risk management practices in manufacturing operations.analytical mindset, problem-solving abilities, and data-driven decision-making skills.experience with erp (enterprise resource planning) systems and manufacturing software applications.results-oriented mindset, with a focus on driving operational excellence, cost reduction, and customer satisfaction.ability to work effectively in a fast-paced, dynamic environment and adapt to changing priorities and challenges.

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