Production Supervisor (Pipes)

About the role

Gulfmaid is looking for a Production Supervisor (Pipes) in Jeddah to lead daily operations in its pipe extrusion production. The supervisor ensures that manufacturing runs smoothly and efficiently, manages a team of skilled workers, meets production targets and maintains high quality standards. The company offers training in production methods, safety protocols and leadership, and encourages continuous improvement.

Key responsibilities

• Supervise daily production so that operations follow the production plan while keeping quality and efficiency standards.
• Lead a team of production workers, giving them guidance, training and support.
• Monitor performance metrics, analyse data and implement corrective actions to reduce downtime.
• Ensure compliance with safety regulations through regular safety audits and training.
• Coordinate with maintenance on equipment repairs and preventive maintenance.
• Manage inventory of raw materials and finished products to avoid shortages and excess waste.
• Prepare detailed production reports and work with quality control and logistics teams.
• Take part in developing production strategies and improving efficiency.

Required skills

• SUPVC and CPVC pipe extrusion processes
• Extruder operation and process parameter control
• Die, calibrator, mandrel, vacuum sizing, cooling, haul-off and cutting systems
• Pipe dimensional inspection and product specifications
• Production planning, scheduling and shift management
• Machine utilization and downtime analysis, scrap reduction, root cause analysis
• Preventive maintenance coordination, quality management and product traceability
• HSE compliance, industrial housekeeping, production reporting and ERP transactions