Knauf stands for opportunity. We know that opportunity looks different to each person, and we are proud that we see opportunity in everyone. This exciting role within the Production team could be the perfect next opportunity for you to build a unique career, in a values-led culture with a clear purpose of making tomorrow a home for all of us.
We are a global manufacturer of construction materials and within our Group, our
41,500 team members in
90 countries across
300 sites provide a huge opportunity for anyone with ambition and energy. We value everyone's contribution equally and we ask that you bring your whole self to work, to enrich the business further, as together we achieve more in a safe and inclusive environment.
Our global reach in 90 countries continues to grow and we are looking for passionate, ambitious people to help us achieve our goals. We are all led by the same core values and believe in the powerful potential of large companies to have a positive impact on the world.
We are now looking for another team mate to join us in Suez as Dryer Operator.
Can you say yes
Do you treat your colleagues with respect
Do you always have the customer in mind
Do you act with future generations in mind
Do you like to seek out opportunities to grow and develop
Do you have a proven track record of delivering results
1 - Scope Of Work
Production.
2 - Reporting To
Shift leader Deputy production Manager.
3 - DIRECT Reports
None
4 Job Title
Dryer operator
5 Job Responsibilities
- Follow company health and safety procedures to ensure the safety of yourself and others
- Always to put safety first and when you are unsure you are expected to seek to understand first
- Following all instructions made by the shift leader / production manager / Deputy Production manager.
- Check the dryer doors and make sure that they are all sealed tightly.
- Following training and when competent to do so you are expected to operate all machinery in a safe manner including, Bagging, Mixer, Stacker, Calcination and the Laminator when necessary
- Check the gas and air valves and confirm that they are open and ready.
- Ensure a full understanding when arriving and leaving shift, you are expected to give a handover report at the end of shift and receive a handover at the start of shift
- Operate clean-as-you-go standards in line with the 5S methodology, A place for everything & everything in its place to ensure overall efficiency in the workplace
- Conduct regular checks to ensure the integrity of the board as and when directed
- Ensure a consistent approach you are expected to follow operating procedures.
- Keep plant downtime to a minimum by keeping detailed records and report any issues concisely and correctly to the Shift leader and maintenance team.
- Conduct regular checks to ensure the integrity of the board as and when directed
- Following training you are expected to carry out basic maintenance tasks as directed.
- Always comply with all quality systems to the best product possible
- Participate in any project or process improvement, taking a lead on identifying improvements and playing a key role in implementing any resultant changes.
- Investigate causes of failures and developed new procedures for problem solving to produce high quality product and maximize output.
- Check the heat exchanger performance and report any malfunctions.
- Check the dryer operating system and make sure that there are no faults, and all control panel keys are at AUTO position.
- Start the dryer and adjust the burner temperatures according to the product type mentioned in the production plan.
- Check the boards quality with quality control persons as per the quality standard to make any necessary adjustments on the dryer temperatures.
- Liaise closely with other shift workers to maintain standards and drive improvements
- Report and help in maintenance of any sudden faults occurs in the machine
- Wearing PPE (personal protective equipment) and following the safety procedures in the plant.
- Fill the daily dryer temperature report.
- Perform the cleaning tasks needed in the maintenance day.
- Actively participate and give input to several team and individual projects, including, Staff Council and Health & Safety.
6 No. Required
2 vacancies.
7 Education
Industrial technical diploma, Electric Dev. Or Operation Dev.
BSc in industrial education, Electric Dev. Or Mechanic Dev.- production sector.
8 Experience
Min.4 years experience in operation / Instruments operation / Maintenance, preferably in Ovens and dryers operations / Maintenance, in (Gypsum / Cement / Glass / Steel) sectors.
9 Skills Required
- Computer (Microsoft office).
- HMI (Advanced SCADA system Ex. WIN CC).
- English A2 level or above.
We'll Provide
- A competitive salary
- Benefits
What happens next
We appreciate that your time is precious and applying for a new job can be a lengthy process - so we have committed to replying to your application within 10 working days.
Founded in 1932, Knauf is one of the world's leading manufacturers of construction materials for interior design, building insulation, and design ceilings.
Knauf entered the Middle East, Africa, and South Asia (MEASA) in 1997. Today, we are a leading player across the region, with operations spanning 15 countries and 19 state-of-the-art production facilities, driven forward by 2,000 high-performing professionals.
Headquartered in Dubai, United Arab Emirates, MEASA's reach extends across Algeria, Cyprus, Egypt, the GCC, Ghana, Greece, India, Iraq, Kenya, Morocco, Nigeria, Tanzania, Tunisia, and Turkey.
In MEASA, we offer the opportunity to be part of a global family of over 41,500 colleagues in 96 countries, who are dedicated to the same core values, and to a shared sense of purpose. We encourage all our people to shape their own career, with the freedom to stretch their skills and learn new ones.
Driven by an unwavering commitment to quality, innovation and sustainability, we are building more than just exceptional gypsum-based solutions we're shaping a future we can all be proud of.
