Manager - CNC Machine shop (Dubai)

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Overall responsibility and accountability of the CNC machining department, which includes: o Turning centers and turn-mills o Multi-axis machining centers o EDMs o Other conventional machines o Manpower: 100 + staff and workmen Plan, direct, and coordinate department activities and resources Maintain high levels of productivity and efficiency in the department Reduce instances of quality non-conformities, such as job rejections and rework Ensure on-time delivery and work closely with other departments as required Ensure production plan is adhered to Management of department personnel, including: o Periodic performance evaluation o Hiring and retrenchment o Identify gaps and provide training / develop competencies Manage operational risks – plan for contingencies, and implement manpower, resource, and process redundancies Ensure proper care, use, and maintenance of company machinery and assets Coordinate procedures for equipment maintenance or modification, including the replacement of machines. Work in tandem with estimation and sales personnel for determining feasibility, timeframe, and resolving technical queries. Ensure and maintain identification and traceability of work in progress and other items and equipment in the shop. Proper housekeeping of the department Compliance with HSE management system requirements, including: Compliance with QMS requirements, including: Closing quality non-conformances (includes correction, root cause analysis, corrective actions, and its effectiveness) Fulfilling and reporting of quality objectives Compliance with legal requirements Review manufacturing drawings for technical suitability, manufacturability, and compliance with production requirements, as applicable. Approve manufacturing drawings within the assigned area of responsibility prior to release for production. Coordinate with relevant departments regarding manufacturing drawing clarifications, revisions, and technical requirements, as applicable. Delivery and quality are met as per requirements. Ascertain Technical feasibility and production capacity against customer enquiries. Production targets for Department are met. All machine tools and tooling’s are available and fully utilized. Training needs are highlighted, and internal / On job trainings are carried out to develop competency skills. Succession planning Participation and comply with audits. Generate reports on need basis for management / customer. 12-18 years, preferably in a job shop (high mix, low volume) environment. Proficient in Programming and designing software (Master Cam, Pro-E or equivalent) Knowledge of the latest CNC machining tools and techniques Desirable (but not mandatory) technical experience: Analysis and application of engineering standards Repair/overhauling of equipment and engineered assemblies Machining of fabricated, cladded, or welded parts. Machining of parts used in any of the following sectors: o Oil & gas o Marine o Rotating equipment such as turbines, pumps, compressors o Aerospace