Foreman - Assembly (GIS)

About the role

HITACHI ENERGY LTD is looking for a Foreman - Assembly in Dammam, Saudi Arabia. The role involves assembling GIS components and modules into complete bays and performing routine tests on a lean, flow production line aimed at the best quality, maximum cost saving and shortest delivery time. The foreman controls the quality of GIS.

Key responsibilities

• Perform assembly, repair and routine tests (mechanical, 10kV, HV, functional and resistance measurements) of GIS bays according to work instructions, drawings, bills of materials, checklists, guidelines and customer order data.
• Carry out orders' work packages according to production data and instructions, self-check results and sign off checklists and protocols.
• Maintain test equipment and ensure its continuous calibration.
• Control quality, escalate quality issues immediately, record deviations, support root cause analysis and write quality problem or non-conformance reports.
• Gather product improvement feedback from GIS LSC engineers and support teamwork with colleagues in assembly, testing, logistics and other areas.
• Follow factory rules on safety, quality, environment, recycling and housekeeping, and report irregularities under the Hitachi Energy HSE guidelines.
• Contribute to continuous improvement and the Lean culture, and carry out any other tasks assigned by management.

Required profile

• Bachelor's degree or diploma in Electrical, Mechanical or Industrial Engineering.
• 4-5 years of experience in a production facility (assembly and testing).
• Ability to read and understand technical drawings and material lists.
• Excellent verbal and written communication skills.
• Understanding of Lean concepts and minimization of the 7 wastes.
• Proficiency in spoken and written English.